News Bulletin of 19 March 2026, 11am

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Alexandra Township to host Alex 10K on 21 March
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Alexandra Township will host the Alex 10K on Saturday, 21 March 2026.
Thousands of runners will compete in 10km and 5km races, with junior prize categories included.
The race supports grassroots athletics through the Run Alex Athletics Club and literacy programs via the Read Alex Project.
Participants will follow a route through Alexandra’s streets, sports facilities, and community landmarks.
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BAL Signs Multiyear Deal with PUMA as Official Kit Supplier
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The Basketball Africa League and PUMA have signed a multiyear deal making PUMA the league’s official kit supplier.
The agreement starts on March 27, 2026, at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria, where the new season will open.
PUMA will design and supply uniforms, training gear and apparel for teams, referees and fans.
Meanwhile, NBA South Africa Country Head Zeph Masote says the season brings exciting basketball action to Pretoria and inspires fans while helping the sport grow across Africa:
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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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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 70,085.00.
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2026 Lollapalooza music festival
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Organisers of the 2026 Lollapalooza music festival have unveiled all the headliners for the event.
'Apple' hitmaker Charli XCX is returning to the Lolla stage following her last performance in 2022.
'Nobody's Girl' singer Tate McRae has also been announced as a headliner, along with recent Grammy Award-winner Olivia Dean.
Over 100 musicians have been confirmed for the four-day festival, taking place at Grant Park in Chicago from July 30 to August 2, 2026.
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