News Bulletin of 13 September 2026, 8am

South Africans will attempt to set the Guinness World Record for the largest number of people braaiing at the same time on Heritage Day, 24 September.Three thousand people are expected at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria for the attempt, which aims to beat Japan’s current record of 2,220.Organisers have built 500 braai stands, with six people assigned to each station.The record attempt will start at 10am, with food and entertainment on offer afterwards.

Grade 10 learners from Michael Mount Waldorf spent a week putting compassion into action. This was during a community service camp at Genesis Hope in Port Shepstone last month. Pupils spent time caring for children awaiting adoption. They participated in after-school programmes, supported elderly people and visited safe play centres, providing support to children. Throughout Grade 10, learners were encouraged to give back through fundraising, school events and community initiatives.

Endangered Wildlife Trust accountant Njabulo Mthabela is combining his love of running and nature to raise funds for rhino conservation through the 2026 Rhino Peak Challenge. Mthabela will join around 50 participants tackling the demanding challenge in the Maloti-Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site next week. The event raises money for important conservation projects supporting rhinos, vultures and cranes through the Endangered Wildlife Trust, Wildlife ACT and the Bearded Vulture Recovery Programme.