News Bulletin of 14 September 2026, 6am

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165 Wits Students Gain AI Skills
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About 165 third-year Computer Science students at Wits will gain practical experience in AI-powered software development through a new partnership with the Telkom Foundation and partners.
Students will use AI tools on academic projects while tackling practical software development challenges.
The programme aims to strengthen their digital skills and prepare them for careers in the technology sector.
It will also give students experience with technologies increasingly used in software development.
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Tshwane Youth Train for Firefighting Careers
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Young people in Tshwane are being given a chance to train for careers in firefighting through the City’s Emergency Services Learnership Programme.
The City of Tshwane, in partnership with the Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority and Ithuba Recruitment, is conducting the selection process this month.
Prospective candidates will undergo a 2.4-kilometre fitness run, a physical ability test and interviews as part of the selection process.
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Gauteng Opens 40th School of Specialisation
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Gauteng has opened its 40th School of Specialisation, with MEC Lebogang Maile launching the Clapham Sports School of Specialisation in Queenswood, Pretoria.
The school combines sport, academics and practical skills to give learners broader opportunities.
Maile says the province will continue expanding specialised education to prepare learners for different career paths:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.10 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,346.68 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 77,667.00.
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Céline Dion Returns to Stage After Six Years
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Céline Dion has performed her first live show in more than six years at a sold-out arena in Paris.
The singer returned to the stage, on Saturday, after stepping away from performances following her diagnosis with stiff person syndrome.
Dion became emotional during the performance and thanked fans for their support and patience.
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