News Bulletin of 17 September 2026, 6am

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Neema Foundation marks 10th Silent Walk/Run
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The Neema Foundation for the Deaf has held its 10th annual Silent Walk/Run, with participants completing a 5km route without sound.
The event on Monday aimed to raise awareness of the barriers faced by deaf and hard-of-hearing people and support access to education, skills and opportunities.
The foundation also uses the annual event to promote awareness of South African Sign Language and inclusion.
Neema Deaf Coordinator, Lerato Maake Ka Mncube is also using her own experience to raise awareness of the Deaf community and highlight their experiences through a play she directs.
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Rugby boots give young players opportunities
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Boots for the Boys & Girls is collecting used school rugby boots to give to young players who need equipment to play.
The Eastern Cape initiative will launch its first collection box at St Andrew’s College in Makhanda on 18-September.
It was started after organisers saw young players in KwaNobuhle playing rugby without proper boots and protective equipment.
The campaign plans to involve more schools across the Eastern Cape.
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Tshwane hosts Africa’s defence exhibition
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South Africa has welcomed the world to Tshwane as the 13th Africa Aerospace and Defence Exhibition gets underway at Air Force Base Waterkloof.
The five-day event has brought together military leaders, defence companies and industry experts from across Africa and beyond.
They are meeting, sharing ideas and showcasing technology as they explore new ways to strengthen the continent’s defence industry and create opportunities for investment.
For South Africa, the exhibition is also a chance to showcase its people, skills and growing role in the aerospace and defence sector.
Chairperson of the Aerospace and Defence Industries Sandile Ndlovu:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.37 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,327.15 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 76,392.00.
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Sandton bodybuilder wins second world title
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Sandton bodybuilder Xola Magwaza has become a two-time world champion after winning the INBA/PNBA Natural Universe competition in Singapore.
The 38-year-old competed in four categories and won three gold medals, including the overall Men’s Physique title.
Magwaza started bodybuilding after gaining weight during the COVID-19 pandemic and has since competed on the international stage.
His former school, St David’s Marist Inanda Old Boys, has celebrated his latest achievement.
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