News Bulletin of 24 May 2026, 11am

Winter Warmth and Care at Parkview Church
St Columba’s Presbyterian Church in Parkview, Johannesburg helps displaced people with soup and winter care.Volunteers served hot soup while also handing out handmade beanies and scarves to help people cope with the cold winter weather. What may seem like small items carried deep meaning for those receiving them, offering both physical warmth and a sense of dignity.The Winter Warmers Project, led by Sue Taylor and the church’s crafts and care team, has become a valued tradition in the community, with each item prepared thoughtfully and with care.

Sandton and Gauteng
Viral Boost Brings New Life to Local Curry Spot
A Johannesburg food business has experienced a surge in popularity after radio host and content creator Nick Hamman featured Aunty Pree’s Curry Spot in a viral video. Owner Aunty Pree says the exposure led to long queues outside the eatery and a sharp rise in demand for her traditional curry dishes. The sudden growth meant bringing in extra family members and staff to keep up, with the response described as overwhelming and life changing for the small business.

Sandton and Gauteng
Digital Campuses Bring Opportunity to Rural Communities
The Good Work Foundation says its digital learning campuses are expanding education, internet access, and economic opportunity in rural South Africa. The organisation is building a new campus in the Dixie, Manyeleti region, Mpumalanga and has set up a planning committee with traditional leaders, schools, and community groups ahead of construction. The project aims to improve access to digital learning in remote villages while also creating knock-on benefits for local transport operators, vendors, and small businesses.

South Africa
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World Cup Grass Gets Final Test
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws closer, years of scientific work on stadium grass are about to face their biggest challenge. Researchers have spent decades testing, feeding and perfecting grass that will be used across stadiums in the US, Canada and Mexico during the tournament’s 104 matches. Scientists carried out more than 170 experiments to develop pitches strong enough to handle the pressure of world-class football, after past concerns from players about grass quality affected performance. Now, with billions watching and the world’s best players competing, the success of the tournament will depend not only on skill and strategy — but also on how well the grass holds up under the spotlight.


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