News Bulletin of 24 August 2026, 8am

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Belly2Brain Supports Krugersdorp Communities Through Outreach
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Belly2Brain NPC is supporting communities in Krugersdorp through food programmes, outreach projects and a charity shop.
The organisation made 20,000 peanut butter and jam sandwiches this year for feeding schemes across the area.
Its charity shop helps fund school feeding schemes that provide food to about 3,000 learners each month.
The foundation says it is also working towards opening a boys’ home to provide a safe space for children.
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Durban SPCA Raises R222,500, Beats Fundraising Target
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The Durban and Coast SPCA has raised R222,500 through its annual Kennel Sleepover, exceeding its R199,000 target.
Twenty-seven participants spent the night in the organisation’s kennels at its Springfield Park premises on 15 August to raise funds for animal welfare.
The fundraiser supports the SPCA’s work rescuing animals, providing veterinary care and sheltering stray and unwanted pets.
The event took place on International Homeless Animals Day as the SPCA marks 130 years of helping animals in the Durban region.
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HerStory Festival Brings Theatre Back to QwaQwa
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The HerStory International Theatre Festival has returned to QwaQwa, bringing theatre, music, poetry, dance and storytelling to the area.
The festival, led by award-winning theatre-maker Napo Masheane, celebrates women’s voices and stories through the arts.
This year’s theme is “Her Story, Her Voice, Her Stage 1956–2026”, with the festival also promoting QwaQwa as a cultural tourism destination.
Masheane spoke about this year’s festival and its programme:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.00 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,608.22 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 77,633.00.
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World Humanoid Robot Games Draw 16 Nations
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More than two-thousand robots from 16-countries are competing in the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, China.
The 51-events include athletics, soccer, dancing and practical tasks, with some robots competing alongside humans.
A robot horse carrying a humanoid rider is among the attractions, while other robots are dancing and playing music.
The event is being held alongside the World Robot Conference, where more than 300 companies are showcasing robotics technology.
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