News Bulletin of 16 November 2025, 9am

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Sandton SPCA now has running water
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The Sandton SPCA is breathing a sigh of relief after days without a reliable water source.
The community rallied around the shelter, after a burnt-out borehole pump left them struggling to care for over 200 animals.
Rand Water stepped in, replacing the pump free of charge and pledging ongoing maintenance.
SPCA manager Stephen Maila thanked residents and businesses for their kindness, saying their generosity kept the shelter — and its animals — safe.
Donations of water and resources have been pouring in, helping to ensure the animals receive the care they need.
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Luma Learn brings learning to communities
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An inspiring education drive is bringing learning directly to communities across South Africa.
Luma Learn, a growing education platform, has launched an ambitious outreach campaign — visiting 100 schools in 30 days to make digital learning accessible to all.
The platform offers homework help, study guides, and past papers in all 11 official languages, helping both young learners and adults complete their education.
Organisers say the goal is simple: to ensure every learner has the chance to succeed, no matter their background.
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Kruger National Park honours rangers at KNP Achievement Awards
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The Kruger National Park has honoured its top achievers at the annual KNP Achievement Awards.
Among the winners were four field rangers who received the Bravery Award for risking their lives to protect wildlife and visitors.
Honourees included Albert Mkansi, who survived attacks by both a leopard and a hippo, and rangers Katekani Sibuyi and Nicolus Mathebula.
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Langa Bicycle Hub empowers youth
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In Cape Town’s Langa Township, the Langa Bicycle Hub is empowering youth through cycling lessons, repair training, and eco-friendly transport initiatives.
It supports over 1,000 households and promotes cycling as a low-carbon mobility option.
With transport accounting for nearly 60 percent of the city’s emissions, cycling is key to Cape Town’s goal of cutting emissions by 45 percent by 2030.
Langa Bicycle Hub Founder, Mzikhona Mgedle:
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