News Bulletin of 21 September 2026, 1pm

Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Midrand will host the Michelin 24H SERIES from 8 to 10 January 2027, bringing the international endurance racing championship to Africa for the first time.
The inaugural 24-hour race will see teams compete through the day and night, with drivers tackling Kyalami’s challenging elevation changes and fast flowing corners.
The event is expected to bring international teams, crews and supporters to Gauteng, benefiting local hotels, restaurants and other businesses.

More than 500 water testing kits have been distributed across South Africa as part of WaterCAN’s fifth annual Citizen Science Water Testing Week.
Residents, schools and community groups tested water from taps, tanks, rivers and dams, with results uploaded to WaterCAN’s MapMyWater platform.
WaterCAN Citizen Science and Training Coordinator Nomsa Daele says accessible testing allows communities to identify risks, build credible evidence and demand accountability for safer water

South African natural bodybuilder Xola Magwaza has become the first South African to win the Open Natural Universe title at the INBA/PNBA Natural Universe in Singapore.
The 38-year-old returned home with three gold medals from four categories, including the overall men’s physique title, as well as a professional card.
Magwaza says his achievement is especially meaningful after overcoming major personal challenges and transforming his own health and fitness.
He now hopes his journey will encourage others to believe they can also make significant changes in their lives.