News Bulletin of 2 July 2026, 4pm

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Mohlakeng residents encouraged to build cleaner communities
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Community members in Mohlakeng in the West Rand, came together for a World Environment Day event aimed at promoting environmental awareness and sustainable living.
Hosted by the Rand West City Local Municipality in partnership with the Gauteng Department of Environment, the event educated residents on issues such as pollution, waste management and protecting natural resources.
Community members were encouraged to take greater responsibility for keeping their neighbourhoods clean and helping create healthier environments for future generations.
Residents welcomed the initiative, saying it gave people the knowledge and motivation to play a more active role in caring for their communities.
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Dis-Chem Foundation strengthens support for lifesaving sea rescues
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The Dis-Chem Foundation is continuing its support of the National Sea Rescue Institute, helping ensure its volunteers remain ready to respond to emergencies along South Africa's coastline.
The NSRI is the country's only non profit organisation dedicated exclusively to saving lives on the water. Its volunteers are on call 24 hours a day, carrying out rescue operations while also providing water safety education and drowning prevention programmes in communities across the country.
The Foundation's monthly contributions help fund volunteer training, essential resources and public safety initiatives, allowing the NSRI to expand its reach and continue protecting lives both at sea and through education.
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Brakpan youth leader earns international award
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Brakpan youth leader Lerato Maris has been named one of the recipients of the 16th African Achievers Awards in recognition of her work empowering young people and supporting sustainable development.
Maris will receive the Excellence in Youth Development and Sustainable Development Advocate and African Youth Leadership and Social Impact Award at a ceremony at the House of Lords in London on 22 July. The honour follows her recent recognition as Global Peace Chain's Best Ambassador of the Year for 2026.
Her work focuses on mentoring young people, promoting volunteerism and helping equip youth with skills for sustainable livelihoods.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.25 to the US Dollar, 21.79 to the British Pound, and 18.67 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,072.05 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 70.53 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 61,603.00.
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Retired Teacher Keeps Four-Decade Promise to Son with Special Needs
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A retired teacher in Clarkston, Michigan has fulfilled a promise he made nearly 40 years ago to ensure his son with special needs would always have a safe place to live.
After his son Drew was born with severe disabilities, Dick Moscovic became determined to create permanent accommodation where Drew would still be cared for when he was no longer able to look after him.
He founded the non profit Drew's Home of Clarkston, which now provides accessible housing for Drew and nine other adults with severe disabilities.
The project was made possible with support from Mike Hoeksema, a former student who helped oversee the renovations and now manages the home, along with donations from the local community.
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