News Bulletin of 23 September 2026, 7am

Two young innovators from Limpopo have secured one million rand to expand an education app they developed themselves.
The app, called NOVAR, gives learners free access to virtual classes, recorded lessons, discussion groups and bursary information.
The pair taught themselves to code using online tutorials and a second-hand computer before developing the app.
They say the funding will help them reach more learners, regardless of where they live or their family income.

Three artisans from Gert Sibande TVET College in Ermelo, Mpumalanga, have taken the top three positions in the millwright category at the South African National Artisan Awards.
Sheylin Sheyenne won first place and 20-thousand rand, followed by Bongani Mutsweni in second place with 15-thousand rand, and Andile Mazibuko in third with 10-thousand rand.
The awards, held earlier this month, brought together 34 finalists from across the country and recognise skills in technical trades.
They also promote artisan careers as South Africa works to address the shortage of skilled workers.

Nineteen-year-old South African athlete Chanté Mulder has won bronze at the World Powerlifting Championships in Sun City.
Mulder placed third in the junior 69-kilogram category after lifting a combined 357-point-five kilograms across the squat, bench press and deadlift.
She lifted 140 kilograms in the squat, 87-point-five in the bench press and 130 in the deadlift.
Mulder also competes in track and field, where she has won Eastern Province U23 titles in shot put and javelin.