News Bulletin of 2 October 2026, 4pm

The Red Bull Box Cart Race will take place on Sandton Drive on Sunday, October 4, with teams racing homemade, non-motorised carts downhill using gravity.
The course includes jumps and obstacles, with each cart required to have working steering and brakes.
Before racing, teams will also perform skits for judges and spectators, with creativity and showmanship forming part of the judging.
The carts cannot use engines, batteries or any other external source of power.
The event starts at 11am, with free entry for spectators.

The International Women’s Forum South Africa has celebrated women making a difference through leadership and service at its fourth Hall of Femme Awards in Johannesburg.
Held on 1 October under the theme Legacy in Motion, the awards recognise women who have broken barriers, contributed to society and created opportunities for others.
The Forum says recognising these achievements is also about encouraging more women to take on leadership roles and inspiring the next generation to make a difference in their communities and society

The Tshwane University of Technology’s Artivism Conference has brought nearly 200 artists, designers, academics and activists together in Pretoria from 1 to 3 October.
The conference is exploring how art and design can be used to respond to challenges including climate change, gender justice, artificial intelligence and community development.
Through discussions, performances and exhibitions, participants are sharing creative ideas and approaches to these issues.