News Bulletin of 22 October 2026, 1pm

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My Kasie Film Screenings Brings Local Stories To The Big Screen
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My Kasie Film Screenings 2026 has showcased emerging filmmakers and their work in Sebokeng and Sharpeville, giving local audiences an opportunity to see stories rooted in their own communities.
The showcase invites township filmmakers to screen completed films in front of audiences who recognise the places, languages and experiences portrayed on screen.
Project coordinator Faith Mokhema says the initiative gives emerging filmmakers an opportunity to share their work with local audiences while celebrating township experiences and homegrown talent.
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World’s Oldest Known Nile Crocodile Attracts International Attention
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Henry, a Nile crocodile believed to be the world’s oldest known of his kind, is attracting international attention at Crocworld Adventure and Conservation Centre in Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal.
The 125 year old crocodile was recently filmed by Australian wildlife tour operators, helping introduce his story and the centre’s conservation work to audiences overseas. Henry is expected to turn 126 in December.
The visit also promotes wildlife education, giving international audiences a closer look at South Africa’s remarkable wildlife and the importance of protecting it.
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Durban’s R980 Million Amusement Park Moves Closer To Construction
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Durban’s proposed R980 million amusement park has secured project development funding, bringing a new family entertainment destination on the city’s Golden Mile a step closer to construction.
Planned for the former Durban Funworld site, the attraction will feature rides, digital entertainment, retail outlets and event facilities.
The eThekwini Municipality expects the project to create around 1,400 jobs across construction and operations, while creating opportunities for local small businesses and supporting tourism.
Technical planning is under way, with statutory approval processes expected to continue until March 2027 before construction can begin.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.48 to the US Dollar, 22.10 to the British Pound, and 18.51 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,085.28 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 108.82 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 81,991.00.
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Japan Successfully Launches Mission To Explore Mars’ Moons
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Japan has successfully launched a spacecraft on a five year mission to explore Mars’ two moons, Phobos and Deimos, and bring samples back to Earth for scientific study.
The mission, led by Japan’s space agency JAXA, is expected to reach Mars in 2027. It will study both moons and attempt to collect at least 10 grams of surface material from Phobos, with the samples scheduled to return to Earth in 2031.
The findings could help scientists understand how the moons formed and reveal more about Mars’ history.
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