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Young Learners to Take Part in Johannesburg Engineering Hackathon
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Fifty five learners from underserved schools across South Africa will take part in the Young Engineers Movement Hackathon hosted by ORT South Africa in partnership with Hudaco in Johannesburg from 22 to 26 June 2026.
Over five days, the learners will work in teams to design, build and test engineering and technology prototypes based on real challenges from their communities.
Their projects will be showcased on Exhibition Day, where they will be presented to judges, educators and industry representatives.
Eleven teachers will also participate in the programme, receiving hands on training and practical experience they can take back into their classrooms.
Over five days, the learners will work in teams to design, build and test engineering and technology prototypes based on real challenges from their communities.
Their projects will be showcased on Exhibition Day, where they will be presented to judges, educators and industry representatives.
Eleven teachers will also participate in the programme, receiving hands on training and practical experience they can take back into their classrooms.
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Eastern Cape Opens New Youth Health Zones
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The Eastern Cape Department of Health has opened new Youth Zones worth nearly R1.5 million to provide healthcare services tailored to young people.
The dedicated spaces offer access to mental health support, HIV testing, counselling, wellness checks and sexual and reproductive healthcare.
Eastern Cape Health MEC Ntandokazi Capa says by creating a more welcoming environment, the facilities are expected to make it easier for teenagers and young adults to seek help and access the care they need.
The dedicated spaces offer access to mental health support, HIV testing, counselling, wellness checks and sexual and reproductive healthcare.
Eastern Cape Health MEC Ntandokazi Capa says by creating a more welcoming environment, the facilities are expected to make it easier for teenagers and young adults to seek help and access the care they need.
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South Africa Men’s Hockey Team Storm into FIH Nations Cup Semi-Finals
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The South African men’s hockey team has booked their place in the semi-finals of the FIH Hockey Nations Cup after a thrilling 3-3 draw against Ireland in Cape Town.
The match at Hartleyvale Stadium produced end-to-end action, with both sides trading goals in a high-tempo contest.
The result was enough for South Africa to advance to the last four of the tournament, where they will now face New Zealand on Friday as they continue their push for a place in the final.
The match at Hartleyvale Stadium produced end-to-end action, with both sides trading goals in a high-tempo contest.
The result was enough for South Africa to advance to the last four of the tournament, where they will now face New Zealand on Friday as they continue their push for a place in the final.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.41 to the US Dollar, 21.74 to the British Pound, and 18.84 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,268.35 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 79.55 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 63,910.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.41 to the US Dollar, 21.74 to the British Pound, and 18.84 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,268.35 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 79.55 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 63,910.00.
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