News Bulletin of 23 March 2026, 5pm

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Spur restaurant gives back to Dainfern community through CANSA initiative
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Fern River Spur in Dainfern has contributed to a recent CANSA Shavathon fundraiser by donating a portion of its sales to support cancer-related initiatives.
The restaurant partnered with the Dainfern Golf Estate event, where 10% of qualifying customer bills on the day were donated to the cause, raising close to R4 000.
According to restaurant management, the initiative reflects Spur’s focus on family and community support, alongside its broader national programmes such as the Smile Foundation and the Spur Full Tummy Fund.
The restaurant says it plans to continue building relationships in the Dainfern community while supporting more local fundraising efforts.
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Limpopo youth turn e-waste into job opportunities
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Young people in Limpopo are finding new ways to earn a living by recycling electronic waste through the E Waste for Youth Employment Programme.
The one year initiative, led by the International Labour Organization and funded by the government of Japan, is equipping youth with skills to turn discarded electronics into economic opportunities.
The programme has now reached 22 municipalities, helping participants gain training and experience in the growing green economy.
Modimolle-Mookgophong municipal councilor Hercules Louw says theywill support thi programme I hopes to get more young people involved.
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Soulbent Project restores Saulsville Cemetery
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The Soulbent Project NPO has led a clean-up at the Saulsville Cemetery in Atteridgeville, Pretoria, as part of efforts to restore neglected public spaces in Gauteng.
Volunteers cleared litter and illegal dumping that had affected the cemetery, which the organisation says should be treated as a sacred place for remembrance and respect.
CEO Mashudu Makhado says the aim is to restore dignity, promote environmental responsibility and build community pride.
The NPO, which also runs recycling, greening and food relief projects, says it will continue clean-up efforts in the area and is calling on communities to help protect public spaces.
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The Rand is trading at 17.00 to the US Dollar, 22.55 to the British Pound, and 19.50 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,437.73 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 112.19 a barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 71,651.00.
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North Texas dads surprise school crossing guard with donated car
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A group of dads in North Texas have come together to buy a car for a beloved school crossing guard after she was left without transport for several months.
Ms Trecia Crawford, who works at Moss Haven Elementary School, had been relying on buses and ride services after her car broke down and she could not afford repairs.
The school community’s dads club raised thousands of dollars in a matter of days, sourced a discounted vehicle through a local dealership, and arranged insurance to get her back on the road.
Ms Crawford was surprised on duty when she was presented with the car, in a moment that left her and the school community emotional.
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