News Bulletin of 18 March 2026, 3pm

Louis Oosthuizen and his Southern Guards GC teammates Charl Schwartzel, Branden Grace and Dean Burmester say they are prioritising enjoyment and hosting duties as LIV Golf makes its South African debut this weekend at The Club at Steyn City in Johannesburg.
Playing on home soil, the team is attracting strong local interest, but Oosthuizen says the focus is on celebrating the tournament rather than feeling pressure to win.
With extra off-course responsibilities as hosts, the players are ensuring fans and participants experience South Africa’s golfing venues while still competing at their best

Hearts in Hands Food Bank in Durban has brought joy to local seniors by preparing and delivering blessing bags filled with treats and essentials.
Volunteers transformed the Khwezi Skills Development Training Room to pack 80 bags for the Twinkle Star Foundation’s weekly soup kitchen, while earlier, over 150 treat packages were packed for The Elders Voice KZN.
Young volunteers, including Trinity and Nick from Creston College, helped ensure each package carried not just food, but love, dignity, and the message that the elderly are cherished and remembered.

Alexandra Township will come alive on Saturday, 21 March, as the Alex 10K returns for its 2026 edition. The annual race, launched in 2023, has grown into a flagship 10km event with a 5km option and junior prize categories, attracting thousands of participants each year.
The race supports grassroots athletics through the Run Alex Athletics Club and the Read Alex Project, a programme aimed at improving literacy and educational outcomes for local children.
Participants will navigate a route showcasing Alexandra’s historic streets, places of worship, entertainment hubs, and sports facilities, combining fitness with community celebration.