News Bulletin of 14 September 2026, 5pm

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RandWest SPCA Vehicles Serviced For Free
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The RandWest SPCA has had both its vehicles serviced for free by a brake and driveshaft business in Krugersdorp.
The work was valued at more than R17 000 and will help keep the organisation’s vehicles roadworthy as it rescues vulnerable animals, investigates cruelty and responds to animals in need.
The SPCA thanked Pierre Rossouw and his team for supporting its work in the community.
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AAD Expo Opens Aerospace Careers To Young South Africans
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The Africa Aerospace and Defence Expo gets underway in Tshwane this week, with a focus not only on the industry but also on developing South Africa’s next generation of talent.
The AAD Youth Development Programme will give about 3,000 Grade 9 to 11 learners, along with selected Grade 12s, exposure to careers in aerospace and defence.
Chairperson of the Africa Aerospace and Defence Youth Development Foundation Kholisile Khumalo says the programme also helps learners identify bursary opportunities and connects them with specialised fields in science, technology and engineering.
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Men’s Forum Revamps Bramley Pre-School
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The Men’s Forum in Ward 81, a community group that empowers men to tackle social issues and support local communities, has refurbished Muhluri Pre-School in Bramley.
Members repainted and decorated the school’s walls after securing a donation of paint from a company.
The group says the project is part of its efforts to move beyond its weekly discussions on issues such as gender based violence and take practical action in the community.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.33 to the US Dollar, 22.00 to the British Pound, and 18.83 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,330.43 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 18.83 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 78,297.00.
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First Abandoned Mine Cleanup Approved Under US Good Samaritan Law
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The US Environmental Protection Agency has approved the first permit under a new law allowing abandoned mines to be cleaned up without volunteers facing the same legal liability as the original polluters.
The permit allows conservation group Trout Unlimited to clean up the abandoned Bodie Mine in Washington state.
Historic mine waste has been contaminating Toroda Creek with arsenic, lead, mercury and other toxins.
The project will remove the waste and restore streambanks, helping improve the health of the wider watershed.
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