News Bulletin of 2 April 2026, 2pm

The University of Johannesburg recently hosted its first-ever Neurodiversity Career Fair, supported by the Paul and Humile Mashatile Foundation, Gauteng Department of Education, and Fathers of Children with Neurodiversity.
The event showcased music, poetry, fashion, dance, innovation and technology, giving neurodivergent students the chance to see opportunities beyond perceived limitations.
The day also marked the announcement of the 2026 Mpedi Family Scholarship for Masters students focusing on neurodiversity studies, with five bursaries awarded.
The initiative aims to build a pipeline of experts and advocates to ensure inclusive education and empower neurodivergent learners across South Africa.

Hundreds of residents across the Cape Flats are set to receive meals this Good Friday as the Ottery Boyz MCC Biker Club rolls out its annual pickle fish run.
Now in its 12th year, the initiative delivers freshly prepared pickled fish, bread, and Easter treats to vulnerable communities in areas including Parkwood, Freedom Park, Pine Acres, Philippi and Lotus River.
Led by community activist Keith Blake and his family, the project began after children once came to his door seeking food on Good Friday.
The family now prepares meals with the help of volunteers, including Blake’s sons and grandchildren, ensuring that no child or struggling household goes hungry during the Easter weekend.

South Africa’s investment drive gained major momentum on Tuesday at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, where the country secured R889.8 billion in commitments across 81 projects from 22 source markets. This builds on the success of the country’s first five year drive, which beat its initial R1.2 trillion target, prompting government to now aim for R3 trillion over the next five years.
The projects, spread across all nine provinces, are expected to create more than 230 000 permanent jobs, with funding set to strengthen infrastructure, energy, manufacturing and logistics.