News Bulletin of 17 February 2026, 4pm

The People of Joburg NPC will host a Community Wellness Day at Sinqobile Clinic on February 26, promoting cancer awareness, survivor support, and health equity.
The event brings together patients, survivors, families, healthcare professionals, and local leaders under the theme Wellness, awareness and ubuntu: Celebrating life beyond cancer.
Activities will include free cancer screenings, nutrition and wellness demonstrations, survivor stories, and interactive workshops on prevention and family support.
The initiative, part of a pilot project inspired by breast cancer survivor and advocate Henrietta van Kramberg, is a collaboration

Pupils from Gugulethu and Langa recently got a glimpse of the universe beyond Earth during a visit to the Observatory in Cape Town.
The visit is part of the government’s efforts to encourage learners from previously disadvantaged areas to study astronomy, science and technology.
It forms part of the Higher Education Department’s initiative to promote science education and inspire young people to explore careers in STEM fields.
13 Year old Siyabulela learner Sean Venganayi says he learnt a lot.

Mayor Nasiphi Moya says the City of Tshwane’s refurbishment of the W Substation in Soshanguve is on track for completion by the end of March 2026. The project, which began in October 2025, includes structural repairs, replacement of outdated equipment, and security upgrades to strengthen the electricity supply.
The work is part of the city’s energy stabilisation plan, which also targets the Riamapark 11kV and Blesbok substations. Once complete, the upgrades will reduce widespread outages, improve operational control, and provide more reliable electricity for homes, schools, and businesses.