News Bulletin of 2 March 2026, 8am

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Ithuba Youth Economic Development Programme launched in Tshwane
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The City of Tshwane has launched the Ithuba Youth Economic Development Programme to tackle youth unemployment in the metro.
The programme will create 30,000 opportunities over three years, offering skills training, internships, and support for youth-owned businesses across all townships and suburbs.
City representative Thabo Malusi says the programme connects training directly to economic participation, giving young people practical pathways into the workforce:
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Messy Masterpieces and Kom ons Praat Dramaskool to host fundraising paint evening
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Art studio, Messy Masterpieces and Kom ons Praat Dramaskool will host a fundraising paint evening on 13 March in Brackenhurst, Alberton.
The event will raise funds for flood relief in Kruger National Park and proceeds will support the SANParks Honorary Rangers K9 Project Watchdog.
Tickets cost R350 per person and include a guided paint session and art materials.
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Cape learners get free cycle tour entry
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Western Cape Cultural Affairs and Sport MEC, Ricardo Mackenzie, says learners in the province can apply for free entries to the 42km Cape Town Cycle Tour.
The Cultural Affairs and Sports Department, in partnership with the Cycle Tour Trust, is offering 500 spots for learners aged 11 to 18.
The race will take place this coming Sunday, giving young participants the chance to ride in one of the country’s largest cycling events:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 15.92 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 18.81 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 66,253.00.
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Proteas to host 8 home tests in 2026/27 season
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South Africa will play eight home Test matches in the 2026/27 season as part of the World Test Championship.
The national team will face Australia in three Tests in Durban, Gqeberha and Cape Town starting on 3 October.
In November, South Africa will play Bangladesh in Johannesburg and Centurion, followed by three Tests against England in Johannesburg, Centurion and Cape Town over December and January.
All matches count towards the 2025-2027 championship, giving fans the chance to see their World Champion team at home.
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