News Bulletin of 25 January 2026, 10am

Steve Biko’s Legacy Lives on in Granddaughter
Nearly 50 years after Steve Biko advocated for a more human South Africa, his granddaughter Bukelwa “Buki” Biko is shaping her own legacy. Through leadership and purpose Buki completed her matric at St Stithians Girls’ College with four distinctions.Buki drew on the African philosophy of *Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu* a Zulu proverb that translates to "a person is a person through other people". She used dramatic arts to explore identity, history, and social responsibility, emphasizing that leadership must be lived every day.

Sandton and Gauteng
A Journey from Wimp to Warrior
Award-winning author, speaker, and specialist wellness counsellor Dr Barbara Johnson has released her latest book, Wimp2Warrior. The novel is a deeply personal exploration of the journey toward wholeness through what she calls the eight dimensions of life. Based in Victory Park, Johnson has been publishing since 2014 and first gained attention with Yes, Yes, YOU! 10 Stepping Stones to GET ON with YOUR LIFE. She says her passion for storytelling is rooted in authenticity and real-life experience.

Sandton and Gauteng
The Alexforbes Angel Wings has won the Cape2Rio yacht race.
The youth team of sailors from the Cape Flats secured first place on handicap, completing the Southern Hemisphere’s longest continent-to-continent yacht race. Sibusiso Sizatu who skippered the Alexforbes Angel Wings says the crew overcame a broken boom mid-Atlantic, demonstrating skill, resilience, and teamwork throughout the race:

South Africa
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Young Judoka Shines in Japan
A 12-year-old learner from Olivedale returned home with new skills and confidence after representing South Africa in an international judo championship in foo koo ohka, Japan. Saige Johnston of Sagan Academy was one of only five girls nationally selected. She trained twice daily, learned techniques from global opponents, and said the experience boosted her confidence. Johnston hopes to compete internationally again, earn her black belt, and run her own judo classes.
It’s a feel-good story because a young South African athlete gained confidence, skills, and inspiration while representing her country on the international stage.
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