News Bulletin of 19 March 2026, 10am

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LIV Golf Tournament gets underway from today
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South Africa officially welcomes LIV Golf today, with the inaugural South African event starting at The Club at Steyn City in Northern Johannesburg.
The four-day tournament brings top international golfers and local talent together, led by Louis Oosthuizen captaining the Southern Guards GC.
Authorities say no public parking will be available, and private vehicles cannot enter the estate.
Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department spokesperson, Xolani Fihla says hourly buses will run from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., departing from Montecasino, Menlyn Park, Mall of Africa, Sandton City, Melrose Arch and Greenstone Mall:
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Kalafong Hospital to get upgrades to improve patient care
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Kalafong Provincial Tertiary Hospital in Atteridgeville, Pretoria will undergo infrastructure and system upgrades to improve patient care.
The Gauteng Health Department is upgrading facilities, replacing paper-based records with digital systems and introducing queue management tools.
Recent work includes installing CT scan and theatre equipment, upgrading the ICU, refurbishing wards and adding standby generators.
Contractors will begin the next phase of construction and system upgrades to increase patient capacity and reduce waiting times.
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Constitution Hill to host 2026 Human Rights Festival
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Constitution Hill in Braamfontein will host the 2026 Human Rights Festival from 26 to 29 March.
The four-day event will feature workshops, debates, public dialogues, and cultural activities for the public.
Highlights include the Visions of Freedom Film Festival, 1000 Drums for Solidarity, music events supporting student tuition, and performances by South African artists.
The festival will conclude with the WeThePeople Walk, the Fit City Run, wellness activities, and a makers’ market.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.98 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 19.44 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 70,175.00.
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SA teen footballer trains with Italian clubs
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14-year-old Ndidi Nzwana John of Flair Feet Stars FC has moved from local football in Johannesburg to training with Italian clubs.
He helped his team win the WSH Elite Cup South Africa 2025 and gained experience in the Gauteng Development League.
During his European training, Ndidi scored in practice sessions and adapted to new environments.
He began playing football at age four, transitioned from striker to defender, and continues to build his career both locally and abroad.
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