News Bulletin of 22 April 2026, 5pm | 919 FM

The Gauteng Department of Social Development will roll out a state led food distribution plan to improve access to food for vulnerable households, as rising living costs and unemployment continue to place pressure on families.
The model introduces a centralised system to improve coordination, reduce duplication and ensure food reaches those in need more efficiently, supported by clear oversight and monitoring measures.
Officials say the plan will work alongside non profit organisations and support local producers, while aligning with national efforts to tackle hunger and improve long term food security.

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Netball South Africa has announced an expanded group of 17 contracted national players, along with seven additional training partners, as part of efforts to strengthen the professional structure of the sport.
The move is aimed at building a more competitive and sustainable high performance system, while improving depth within the national setup.
The inclusion of training partners is expected to create a stronger pipeline for emerging talent to step up to the senior level when needed.
It also builds on recent international progress, with a focus on long term growth and consistency on the global stage.

South Africa

Netball South Africa has announced an expanded group of 17 contracted national players, along with seven additional training partners, as part of efforts to strengthen the professional structure of the sport.
The move is aimed at building a more competitive and sustainable high performance system, while improving depth within the national setup.
The inclusion of training partners is expected to create a stronger pipeline for emerging talent to step up to the senior level when needed.
It also builds on recent international progress, with a focus on long term growth and consistency on the global stage.

South Africa

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Millions of children across England could benefit from new plans aimed at improving the nutritional quality of school dinners.
Under the proposed changes, schools would no longer be allowed to serve sugary treats on a daily basis, with fruit expected to become more common. Deep fried foods would also be removed from menus, while items such as sausage rolls and pizza would be limited.
The move follows growing concern from parents about the quality of food served in schools, with officials saying it is the first major review of school food standards in over a decade.
Government leaders say the aim is to improve children’s health and encourage better eating habits from an early age, with the proposals now open for consultation before any final changes are confirmed.

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