News Bulletin of 14 June 2026, 1pm

The Discovery Pothole Patrol is celebrating five years of repairing more than 343,000 potholes across Johannesburg. The organisation was launched in 2021 through Discovery Insure, the Johannesburg Roads Agency, the City of Johannesburg and Avis Southern Africa. The initiative has repaired over 86,000 square metres of road surface — about the size of 12 rugby fields. A dedicated team of around 40 workers operates daily across the city, helping make roads safer and improving the driving experience for thousands of residents.

The 2026 Comrades Marathon is on its way with more than 21 thousand ,600 runners tackling the gruelling 85.77km route between Durban and Pietermaritzburg. This year marks the 99th edition of the iconic race and the 50th running of the challenging "up" route. Participants have a maximum of 12 hours to complete the distance in what is widely known as the Ultimate Human Race. The event began at 5am. Weather conditions are also expected to favour the runners, with forecasts predicting a minimum temperature of 15 degrees in Durban and a maximum of 21 degrees in Pietermaritzburg. The race celebrates endurance, determination and community spirit as thousands of runners chase their Comrades dream.

Blanket Drive Jozi has launched its sixth annual winter outreach campaign. The event kicked off with a donation drive at Melville's Hotel Hope last week. The non-profit organisation donated 70 blankets, 70 cases of canned food and other essential supplies to help vulnerable community members cope with the cold winter months. Founder Beven Naidu said the initiative has grown significantly since it began as a small effort among friends and family. What started with a goal of donating 50 blankets in its first year has expanded to 850 blankets, reflecting growing community support for the cause.The campaign demonstrates the power of community kindness, with volunteers and donors coming together to provide warmth, food and hope to people in need during winter.