News Bulletin of 20 August 2026, 6am

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Solar Lights for Soweto Matric Learners
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The Nhlanhla Tshabalala Foundation is raising funds to provide 100 solar lights to matric learners from disadvantaged schools and informal settlements in Soweto.
The lights will help learners study after dark where access to electricity is limited, giving them more time and better conditions to prepare for exams.
Funds will be raised through the foundation’s 10th anniversary charity golf day and gala dinner at Soweto Country Club in Pimville on 28 August.
The foundation is marking a decade of community work with the drive, under the theme “Leaving no child behind."
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SAPS Mxenge Women’s Network
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The SAPS Mxenge Women’s Network has brought women in policing and public service together in East London to strengthen mentorship and support networks.
The gathering at the East London Golf Club on Friday focused on gender discrimination and gender-based violence.
Speakers urged women to report abuse, support victims and use SAPS victim-support services.
The network also called for stronger partnerships and mentorship programmes to support women in service.
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Love uMngeni Skills Development
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Thirty businesses in uMngeni, KwaZulu-Natal, are giving unemployed young people workplace experience and mentorship through Love uMngeni Skills Development.
Participants have completed 2,820 hours of workplace training, while several have moved into permanent jobs.
One participant, Gift Makhathini, secured a job at ANEW Hotel Hilton after completing his placement.
The programme is helping young people gain practical experience and move from training into employment.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.09 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,355.78 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 69,315.00.
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Gaborone International Music and Culture Week
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The 12th Gaborone International Music and Culture Week is bringing music, jazz and other cultural events to Botswana’s capital from late August into September.
The festival will feature local, regional and international performers, with American R&B star Karyn White headlining the GIMC Jazz on 5 September.
The programme also includes cultural showcases and other events aimed at attracting audiences and supporting Botswana’s creative industry.
Founder Thapelo Pabalinga joins us to unpack this year’s festival offering.
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