News Bulletin of 17 January 2026, 7am

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TS Galaxy talent identification trials held in Midrand
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The TS Galaxy National Football talent identification trials were held at the American International School of Johannesburg in Midrand, providing aspiring players with a rare opportunity to turn their dreams into reality.

The trials kicked off on the 5th of January and ran until the 10th of January featuring U13 to U20 boys and girls age groups.

The initiative drew aspiring players from across the country, who are eager to showcase their skills and earn a place within the professional football pipeline.

The trials represented more than just a selection process but a gateway to hope, exposure, and a possible future in professional football.
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Boitumelo Media announces return of community radio awards
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Boitumelo Media House has announced the return of the Annual Community Radio Awards, scheduled to take place on the13th of February to coincide with UNESCO’s World Radio Day.

Founder and chairperson Motseki Mabuya says this year’s theme, Shining a Spotlight on Talent, aims to recognise the often-overlooked contributors to grassroots broadcasting.

Mabuya says the awards honour the creativity, dedication and local storytelling that defines community broadcasting.
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Matric Class of 2025 achieves record 88% pass rate
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The Matric class of 2025 reached the highest pass rate in the country’s history, with an 88 % National Senior Certificate pass rate.

More than 920,000 candidates wrote the 2025 National Senior Certificate exams, marking the largest class in the country's history to sit for the final Matric Examinations.

KwaZulu-Natal achieved the highest pass rate at 90.6%, followed by the Free State in second place with 89.3%.
Gauteng secured third place with a pass rate of 89.06%.

The Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube
delivered the exam outcome in Johannesburg on Monday and says the results reflect the collective efforts of learners, educators and parents.
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83rd Golden Globes celebrate standout Film and Television performances
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The 83rd Golden Globes Film and Television awards ceremony took place in Los Angeles on Sunday, attended by a host of Hollywood stars.
Comedian Nikki Glaser once again delivered a well-received opening monologue in her second year as host.

The movie one battle after another, took some of the early prices, including best screenplay for Paul Thomas Anderson and best supporting female actor for Actress Teyana Taylor.

Netflix's "Adolescence" dominated the TV categories, taking home four awards, including best TV limited series.

The best male actor in a musical or comedy went to
Timothee Chalamet for his role in Marty Supreme.
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