News Bulletin of 19 October 2026, 4pm

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Fourways Dogs Receive Free Vaccinations And Care
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Dog owners in Fourways have been given access to free vaccinations and nail clipping for their pets through a community outreach programme at Kingfisher Dog Park.
The event was organised by local non-profit organisation Community Hours, giving pet owners an opportunity to access essential animal healthcare while their dogs enjoyed time outdoors.
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Durban Security Officer Honoured For R100 Act Of Kindness
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Durban security officer Goodson Mseleshe has received a Distinguished Conduct Award after using his last R100 to help a mother and her two children who had run out of petrol on a dangerous bend along Sarnia Road.
Mseleshe had just finished a night shift when he stopped to help the stranded family, buying petrol so they could get home safely.
His employer, Excellerate Security, recognised his actions at a special ceremony, presenting him with a certificate, cash, a hamper and a Katanga Cross, making him the first security officer in the company to receive the award.
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New African Music Business Awards To Recognise Industry Professionals
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The inaugural Music Business Awards Africa will take place on 21 November at Mercedes-Benz Sandton in Johannesburg, recognising the people and organisations working behind the scenes to grow the African music industry.
The awards will honour professionals including artist managers, songwriters, record labels, music publishers and event organisers, with categories celebrating individual achievements and successful businesses.
The initiative also aims to raise awareness of career opportunities beyond performing, as African music reaches wider international audiences.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.44 to the US Dollar, 21.90 to the British Pound, and 18.44 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,179.63 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 109.86 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 82,542.00.
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Soweto Panthers Take South African Basketball To Continental Qualifiers
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Soweto Panthers will represent South Africa in the Road to the Basketball Africa League 2027 qualifiers after winning the 2026 Basketball National League title.
The team beat the Western Cape Mountaineers 74 to 70 in the final, completing an unbeaten season. The achievement gives the Soweto club an opportunity to compete against top teams from across the continent and move closer to qualifying for the Basketball Africa League.
The tournament provides South African players with a platform to test themselves internationally and gain valuable experience against African opposition.
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