News Bulletin of 18 September 2026, 6am

Shout-It-Now has launched a menstrual health initiative in Soweto, distributing 30,000 reusable products to girls and young women.
The programme aims to help young people manage their monthly health needs and stay in school without being held back by a lack of supplies.
The launch at the Jabulani Centre also provided access to health services, including HIV testing and counselling.
Shout-It-Now says it plans to take the programme to more communities with support from schools, NGOs, government and businesses.

Mothers in Kliptown, Soweto, are learning to crochet and make handmade goods they can sell to support their families.
The women are taking part in knitting and crocheting workshops run by Hamba Bamba Funda, with five workshops completed so far.
The group recently received a donation of wool to continue making their handmade products.
The women are preparing to sell their handmade items at a Market Day on 11 October.

Tourism in eThekwini is showing signs of growth, with international visitors rising by 22.4% month-on-month in July.
South African Tourism data shows about 28,000 international arrivals, generating R83.1 million in spending, while domestic visitors spent more than R830 million — a 19% increase from June.
Visitors spent most on retail, restaurants, food and groceries, supporting businesses across the city.
The figures were presented at a tourism revitalisation meeting in Durban, as the municipality and its partners work to increase visitor numbers and spending.