News Bulletin of 21 May 2026, 6am

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South African learners join Virtual Investment Challenge
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A national virtual investing competition is giving South African high school learners the opportunity to sharpen their financial skills and explore careers in investment management.
The Coronation Top Investor Challenge allows teams to manage virtual investment portfolios through online simulations focused on economics, money management and decision making.
The free competition will run from June to July, with prize money of 120-thousand rand up for grabs for the winning team and their school.
Organisers say the initiative is aimed at boosting financial confidence among young people and introducing them to opportunities in the financial sector at an early age.
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Johannesburg blanket drive supports vulnerable winter residents
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Mall of the South and the SOJO Helping Hands Foundation have launched a blanket drive to support vulnerable residents in Johannesburg during winter.
The campaign aims to collect 6,700 blankets, which will be distributed to non-profit organisations through the Epic Foundation’s Charities4Change programme.
The drive runs from 5 May to 18 July 2026 and encourages residents to donate blankets for people in need.
SOJO Helping Hands Foundation says the initiative supports efforts to provide warmth and basic relief during cold weather.
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Nal’ibali Launches Indigenous Children’s Story Call
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Nal’ibali Trust has launched a national call for original children’s stories written in indigenous languages, aiming to make reading more personal and meaningful for young learners during Africa Month.
The initiative encourages children, parents and communities to share stories in IsiNdebele, Setswana, Siswati, Tshivenda and Xitsonga, helping children read in the languages they speak at home.
Organisers say the project helps children connect with learning, strengthens cultural identity, and keeps South Africa’s linguistic heritage alive through everyday storytelling.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.46 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,467.63 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 77,704.00.
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Shakira Releases World Cup Unity Song
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Colombian singer-songwriter Shakira says the 2026 FIFA World Cup must bring people together at a time of global division, as she releases the official tournament song “Dai Dai” with Burna Boy.
She says the project connects her long-standing work in music and education, adding that she has “been writing songs and building schools” since she was 18.
Shakira says all proceeds from the song will go to the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund to support children’s education and expand access to learning and football opportunities.
She is also set to perform at the World Cup final in New Jersey on 19 July, alongside Madonna and BTS:
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