News Bulletin of 17 June 2026, 2pm

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Alberton Donation Drive Supports Hospice Care Through Charity Shop
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A community donation effort in Alberton has helped Stepping Stone Hospice fill six pink bins with pre loved clothing.
Micaela and Jareed from Thrive Church collected the items from supporters, creating a large donation that will now be sold at the hospice charity shop. The proceeds will go towards supporting palliative care services for patients and families facing life limiting illness.
The hospice says its charity shop is a key source of funding for its work, helping to sustain care and support services for hundreds of patients across the region each year.
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Bayanda Walaza Claims Golden Spike 100m Victory in Czech Republic
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South African sprinter Bayanda Walaza delivered a standout performance at the Golden Spike meeting in Ostrava, Czech Republic, winning the men’s 100 metres in a time of 9.94 seconds.
The result matches his personal best and places him at the top of the South African 100 metres rankings for the season. He finished ahead of Cameroon’s Emmanuel Eseme, while a strong international field competed in the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold event.
The victory adds to a growing list of sub 10 second performances by South African sprinters this season, highlighting the country’s strength in sprinting events.
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Soshanguve Football Star Earns Chance to Play in Spain
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Grade 12 learner Onkarabile Ramogayana from Soshanguve has been selected to compete in the Tximist Cup 2026 in Spain, becoming one of only two South African female players chosen through a partnership between LaLiga and Shaka Sports.
Her selection follows a standout performance at the Shaka Easter Soccer Tournament, where she was identified by talent scouts. The international tournament will see her take part in matches, training sessions and cultural activities alongside young players from around the world.
The opportunity comes after years of dedication and is expected to provide valuable exposure to international football.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.23 to the US Dollar, 21.76 to the British Pound, and 18.81 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,330.18 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 78.96 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 64,658.00.
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Colorado Law Opens Door for Homecooked Food Businesses
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A new law in Colorado in the United States is allowing residents to legally sell homecooked meals after restrictions on informal food sales were relaxed.
The so called Tamales Act requires vendors to complete basic food safety training, enabling them to turn family recipes into small businesses. It is expected to support the informal economy and create income opportunities for households.
Officials say the change gives people more freedom to use their cooking skills to earn a living, while customers are trusted to choose what they buy.
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