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Curro Academy launches 2026 Halala Cup national football tournament
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Curro Academy has announced the 2026 edition of the Curro Halala Cup, an exciting national school football competition that brings together top talent from across South Africa.
The tournament will take place at Heron Bridge College in Fourways from the 14th of August.
Building on the success of its 2025 debut, the competition will now feature an invitational U19 girls’ division, further cementing its position as the country’s leading platform for school football excellence.
The tournament is open to top-performing schools nationwide, creating an innovative and inclusive stage for South Africa’s most talented young footballers.
The tournament will take place at Heron Bridge College in Fourways from the 14th of August.
Building on the success of its 2025 debut, the competition will now feature an invitational U19 girls’ division, further cementing its position as the country’s leading platform for school football excellence.
The tournament is open to top-performing schools nationwide, creating an innovative and inclusive stage for South Africa’s most talented young footballers.
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Black Coffee Foundation launches nationwide eye-testing programme for schoolchildren
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The Black Coffee Foundation has launched a nationwide eye-testing programme aimed at improving access to eye care for schoolchildren across South Africa.
The “Gift of Sight by Black Coffee” initiative began on the 9th of February at Thabisang Primary School in Soweto, where more than 700 pupils received vision screening during a school uniform handover.
Learners who needed further care received full eye exams and free spectacles at follow-up visits.
Children who are in need of advanced treatment will be referred to specialists through partner organisations.
The programme which aims to tackle vision problems that often affect children’s learning and development, will be rolled out to schools in other provinces, following the Gauteng launch.
The initiative is run in partnership with Vision Works Benmore, Morningside Eye, the South African Optometric Association and EyeCare4Kids, with sponsorship support from Love Maison33 and JHB VIP.
Black Coffee Foundation CEO Lungie Maphumulo says good vision is crucial for children’s overall participation and development.
The “Gift of Sight by Black Coffee” initiative began on the 9th of February at Thabisang Primary School in Soweto, where more than 700 pupils received vision screening during a school uniform handover.
Learners who needed further care received full eye exams and free spectacles at follow-up visits.
Children who are in need of advanced treatment will be referred to specialists through partner organisations.
The programme which aims to tackle vision problems that often affect children’s learning and development, will be rolled out to schools in other provinces, following the Gauteng launch.
The initiative is run in partnership with Vision Works Benmore, Morningside Eye, the South African Optometric Association and EyeCare4Kids, with sponsorship support from Love Maison33 and JHB VIP.
Black Coffee Foundation CEO Lungie Maphumulo says good vision is crucial for children’s overall participation and development.
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Nominations open for Mail & Guardian's 2026 “200 Young South Africans initiative
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The Mail & Guardian has officially opened nominations for its highly anticipated 2026 "200 Young South Africans" initiative.
The annual program shines a spotlight on exceptional young individuals, aged 18 to 35, who are making significant contributions across various sectors and demonstrating remarkable leadership in shaping the nation's future.
Aspiring nominees and those who wish to put forward deserving candidates are encouraged to submit their nominations before the deadline on Friday the 13th of March 2026.
The recognition celebrates the dedication and impact of young South Africans, offering a platform to acknowledge their achievements and inspire further excellence.
The annual program shines a spotlight on exceptional young individuals, aged 18 to 35, who are making significant contributions across various sectors and demonstrating remarkable leadership in shaping the nation's future.
Aspiring nominees and those who wish to put forward deserving candidates are encouraged to submit their nominations before the deadline on Friday the 13th of March 2026.
The recognition celebrates the dedication and impact of young South Africans, offering a platform to acknowledge their achievements and inspire further excellence.
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