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TUT innovation set to reach children across Sub Saharan Africa
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The child friendly antiretroviral tablet developed by Tshwane University of Technology PhD student Mpho Kotlolo gives new hope to children living with HIV.
The innovation, which won the EDHE Absa Top Student Innovator award in November 2025, combines three HIV drugs in a fast dissolving, fruit flavoured tablet to improve adherence and accessibility.
Kotlolo and her PharmaKids team are now using the prize money to complete manufacturing tests and prepare for wider rollout, aiming to make life saving medication easier for thousands of young patients across the region.
The innovation, which won the EDHE Absa Top Student Innovator award in November 2025, combines three HIV drugs in a fast dissolving, fruit flavoured tablet to improve adherence and accessibility.
Kotlolo and her PharmaKids team are now using the prize money to complete manufacturing tests and prepare for wider rollout, aiming to make life saving medication easier for thousands of young patients across the region.
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Keith Boyd uses record run to inspire African youth
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Keith Boyd is using his record-breaking Cape Town to Cairo run to empower young Africans.
Through his organisation, Rainbow Leaders, he encourages youth to take action, believe in their potential, and use their voices to create change in their communities.
Boyd’s 301 day run, completed in 2024 across nine countries, was more than a feat of endurance. It was a way to raise awareness and funding for educational and leadership programs that support young Africans.
All proceeds from his memoir go directly to these initiatives, and Boyd hopes his story will motivate young people to lead, innovate, and make a difference across the continent.
Through his organisation, Rainbow Leaders, he encourages youth to take action, believe in their potential, and use their voices to create change in their communities.
Boyd’s 301 day run, completed in 2024 across nine countries, was more than a feat of endurance. It was a way to raise awareness and funding for educational and leadership programs that support young Africans.
All proceeds from his memoir go directly to these initiatives, and Boyd hopes his story will motivate young people to lead, innovate, and make a difference across the continent.
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Kaboentle Women Power Boosts Confidence of Diepkloof Children Ahead of School
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Kaboentle Women Power helped Diepkloof children start the school year with confidence during their “Crowns of Confidence” campaign.
Volunteers offered free braids and hairstyles at Diepkloof Square on Monday and Tuesday, giving learners a sense of pride and celebration as classes resumed. The initiative aimed to restore dignity, affirm identity, and strengthen community bonds.
Hundreds of children benefited over the two days, with volunteers ensuring each child left feeling valued. Nontokozo Zwane of Kaboentle said the children’s joy and laughter showed the campaign’s impact and the power of local community spirit
Volunteers offered free braids and hairstyles at Diepkloof Square on Monday and Tuesday, giving learners a sense of pride and celebration as classes resumed. The initiative aimed to restore dignity, affirm identity, and strengthen community bonds.
Hundreds of children benefited over the two days, with volunteers ensuring each child left feeling valued. Nontokozo Zwane of Kaboentle said the children’s joy and laughter showed the campaign’s impact and the power of local community spirit
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.38 to the US Dollar, 21.94 to the British Pound, and 19.03 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,591.83 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 96,848.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.38 to the US Dollar, 21.94 to the British Pound, and 19.03 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,591.83 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 96,848.00.
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