News Bulletin of 18 March 2026, 7am

Liquid Intelligent Technologies hosted a virtual Youth Tech Pitch-a-thon, where young entrepreneurs from Mthatha and Cape Town presented tech solutions to everyday community challenges.
Startups showcased ideas ranging from ride-sharing and delivery services to platforms connecting people with local service providers.
Cape Town-based estopini, founded by Yamkela Pityoi and Ntutuko Ncanisa, won the competition and received R100,000 in seed funding for its delivery service that works with township taxi drivers.
The event forms part of a programme that supports young people with skills, mentorship and opportunities to grow their businesses.

Young learners from Fourways Gardens Estate and Diepsloot took part in fun, hands-on activities, sparking their curiosity during an environmental education session on March 14, where they discovered how simple gardening choices can save water and protect nature.
The Life Green Group Foundation, which promotes sustainable gardening and environmental awareness in communities and schools, guided the children through water-wise planting, choosing low-water-use plants, and other eco-friendly practices.
By learning these practical skills, the children left the session not just with knowledge, but with a growing love for caring for the environment and a sense that even small actions can make a big difference.

Life Westville Hospital hosted a Kidney Awareness event last Thursday to encourage the community to take steps to protect their kidney health.
Dr Priyesh Mody highlighted diabetes and high blood pressure as the main causes of kidney problems and urged people to get regular check-ups and consider organ donation.
Mody says small actions like screenings and managing chronic conditions can make a big difference in keeping kidneys healthy.
The event, part of World Kidney Day, aimed to empower residents with knowledge and practical ways to care for themselves and their families.