News Bulletin of 22 January 2026, 6am

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Recycling for animal welfare rescues abandoned animals
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Non-profit organisation, Recycling for Animal Welfare, helps rescue and care for abandoned and vulnerable animals on Gauteng's East Rand.
RAW, founded by Judy Knox and John Ancill, collects and recycles glass and cardboard every week across Germiston, Boksburg, Benoni, Edenvale, Kempton Park, and surrounding areas.
The money raised from recycling glass and cardboard funds sterilizations, vaccinations, emergency treatment, and rehabilitation for animals in need.
Since starting in 2017, RAW has recycled over 750 tons of glass and 75 tons of cardboard, directly helping animals everyday.
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The Helpers connects Joburgers with trusted support
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A new initiative called The Helpers has launched in Johannesburg, linking people who need support with verified organisations that can help.
The platform makes it easier to search for help or donate support.
It allows users to search for support such as food relief, shelter, mental health services, education support, and animal welfare assistance, all in one place.
Founder Brent Lindeque says with this they want to make it easier for people to find real help, and to remind South Africans that there are still good people doing good work every day.
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Durban Country Club to host Durban Open next month
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Durban Country Club will host the Durban Open next month as South African golfers compete for early points in the Road to Mallorca Rankings.
Strong performances in the tournament can help players move closer to earning promotion to the DP World Tour next season.
Former champion JC Ritchie showed what is possible when he became the first South African to finish top of the Road to Mallorca Rankings last season, securing his place on the DP World Tour.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.25 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,864.99 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 89,914.00.
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Paddington The Musical
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Paddington The Musical has opened at a theater in London, bringing the story of the marmalade-loving bear to the West End for the first time.
The show follows Paddington, a young bear from Peru, who is taken in by the Brown family and learns about family, kindness, and acceptance.
The musical runs until 14 February 2027.
Director Luke Sheppard speaks on the success of the show:
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