News Bulletin of 23 September 2026, 4pm

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Jesse Clegg Supports Hospice East Rand
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Singer and songwriter Jesse Clegg joined Hospice East Rand’s candle celebration at St Dunstan’s College, using his platform to support the organisation and its work in the community.
Clegg performed for residents and joined local musicians, including the Benoni High Pipe Band and a St Dunstan’s marimba band, for an afternoon of music and celebration.
The event brought locals together to celebrate life while learning more about the support Hospice provides to patients and families.
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Heritage Tour Puts South African Motoring History On The Road
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The Southern Cape Old Car Club has taken dozens of restored classic vehicles on its annual Heritage Tour through the Klein Karoo and Eastern Cape, before returning along the Garden Route.
The September tour celebrates South African motoring heritage while giving enthusiasts a chance to showcase and preserve historic vehicles.
Club chair Dr Waldo Scribante says the journey is about much more than simply moving from one destination to another.
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Alexandra Masterclasses To Develop Young Artists
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The Alex Theatre Company and Academy is launching a five month masterclass programme to help young artists develop skills and career opportunities.
The programme will connect artists aged 16 to 30 with established professionals in theatre, dance, music and stage management.
It will include nine workshops, with each session accommodating 30 participants, reaching about 270 young artists.
The first masterclass takes place this Saturday at the Alex Arts Academy and will focus on indigenous theatre.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.36 to the US Dollar, 21.71 to the British Pound, and 18.66 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,302.70dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 99.25 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 85,383.00.
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Rescued Rhino Lula Welcomes Her First Calf
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Rescued rhino Lula has welcomed her first calf, nearly two years after being released back into the wild from the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre.
Lula was raised and rehabilitated at the centre before reaching the milestone of returning to the wild in October 2024.
Her healthy baby boy is doing well, and the curious youngster has already started venturing out and exploring the reserve.
Lula has also been seen with fellow rescued and released rhino Ubuntu, who could be the calf’s father.
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