News Bulletin of 14 May 2026, 3pm

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Kliprivier Charity Walk to Boost Youth Leadership Programmes
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The Kliprivier Nature Reserve will host the Pace for Purpose Charity Walk on 30 May, organised by New Breed Generation to raise funds for youth leadership development initiatives.
The 5 kilometre walk aims to send children to leadership camps, with participants paying a registration fee that includes refreshments, a commemorative T shirt and a direct donation to the cause.
Organisers say the event is designed to promote fitness while supporting young people through structured development programmes.
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Mpumalanga Launches Love Your School Campaign
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The Mpumalanga Education Department is launching its Rhandza Xikolo Xa Wena Campaign at Mahushu Agricultural School aimed at encouraging communities to take greater ownership of local schools to help improve learning outcomes.
The initiative, which means Love Your School, will also bring together businesses, community members and other stakeholders to help repair damaged infrastructure and keep schools clean and well maintained.
Officials say the campaign is focused on creating safer and more supportive learning environments for pupils across the province.
Mpumalanga education MEC Lindi Lettie Masina
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Gauteng Learners Build Electric Vehicle to Drive Green Innovation
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Learners at the Lethabong Maths, Science and ICT School of Specialisation in Gauteng have developed a fully drivable electric vehicle, showcasing innovation and skills development in renewable energy.
The project, known as the EV LMSI 1000, was created through the Schools of Specialisation programme and aims to reduce harmful emissions by promoting cleaner transport solutions.
Officials say the initiative equips learners with hands on experience in engineering, technology and problem solving while preparing them for future careers in the automotive and innovation sectors.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.40 to the US Dollar, 22.17 to the British Pound, and 19.20 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,697.40 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 105.63 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 79,566.00.
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Shanghai Boosts Recycling and Cuts Waste
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The Chinese city of Shanghai has made major progress in reducing waste since launching a large scale recycling drive in 2019.
Household recycling rates have increased, with nearly half of all waste now being properly sorted, while industrial waste levels have also dropped significantly.
The city has introduced stricter sorting systems and expanded recycling projects that turn materials like aluminium and food waste into new products, helping reduce pollution and landfill use.
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