News Bulletin of 17 March 2026, 11am

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Black Coffee, Calvin Harris and GoldFish to headline LIV Golf South Africa 2026
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Black Coffee, Calvin Harris and GoldFish will headline LIV Golf South Africa 2026.
Steyn City will host the event from 20 to 22-March, with music performances starting on 19-March.
Meanwhile, JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla says no public parking will be available at the venue and private vehicles will not be allowed to enter the estate.
Buses will run hourly from 08:00 to 20:00, departing from hubs including Montecasino, Menlyn Park, Mall of Africa, Sandton City, Melrose Arch, and Greenstone Mall:
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International volunteers care of wildlife at CROW
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The Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife in Durban is hosting 12 international volunteers who are helping staff care for injured and orphaned wildlife.
The volunteers, from countries including the Netherlands, Belgium, Italy, Norway, Germany and the United States, are completing internships and gap-year placements at the centre.
They assist with daily rehabilitation work such as preparing food, cleaning enclosures and helping care for animals including birds of prey, reptiles.
CROW says the programme gives volunteers practical conservation experience while supporting the organisation’s work to rescue, treat and release wildlife.
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Adriaan Wildschutt wins New York City Half-Marathon
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Adriaan Wildschutt has made history as the first South African to win the New York City Half-Marathon.
He completed the 21-kilometre race in 59 minutes 30 seconds, taking the lead after 10 kilometres and holding off competitors to the finish.
Last year, Wildschutt set a national record in Valencia, and his New York win now sets a new benchmark for South African distance running.
His victory shows the growing strength of South African athletes on the global stage.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.66 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 5,023.49 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 74,207.00.
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Cape Town and Lagos featured in Time Out 2026 Best Cities Ranking
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Cape Town and Lagos have been recognised in Time Out’s 2026 Best Cities ranking, with Cape Town named Africa’s top city and Lagos entering the global top 50.
The Mother City continues to attract visitors with events like the KNOX MMA fight series in February and the upcoming Jazz Festival, while new hotels and restaurants open across the V&A Waterfront.
In Lagos, new restaurants, beach clubs and cultural venues strengthen the city’s arts and entertainment scene, while events like Lagos Fashion Week and Detty December draw international attention.
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