News Bulletin of 25 May 2026, 11am

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Reach For A Dream launches campaign
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The Reach For A Dream Foundation has launched a new campaign to raise awareness about the challenges faced by children living with life-threatening illnesses.
For more than three decades, the foundation has supported vulnerable children through dream fulfilment initiatives and emotional care programmes.
Head of Fundraising Heidi Rowley has called on South Africans to support the campaign and get involved:
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Netstar launches Hillbrow coding learning centre
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Learners in Johannesburg’s inner city will receive training in coding, robotics and problem-solving through Netstar’s new Digital Learning Centre in Hillbrow.
The facility at the BG Alexander Estate will support Grade 7 to Grade 9 learners and also provide access to neighbouring schools during the school day.
The project was launched in partnership with MES and forms part of Altron and Jozi My Jozi’s education initiative in the city.
Stakeholders say the programme aims to equip learners with digital skills for future study and employment opportunities.
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Fourways residents join fitness event
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Residents took part in a Feel Good Fitness event at Fourways Crossing in Johannesburg, where they joined group workouts and wellness activities.
The free community event included exercise sessions, health screenings and giveaways aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles.
Organisers say residents of all ages attended and participated in physical activities.
They say the event is part of ongoing efforts to encourage regular fitness and community wellness in the area.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.46 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,507.92 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 77,232.00.
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Amanzimtoti rugby player selected for Italy tour
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A 12-year-old rugby player from Amanzimtoti, Kadin Strydom, has been selected to tour Italy with his team later this year.
The Grade Seven learner will train with professional coaches and play matches against local Italian sides.
He has already been named player of the match three times and currently trains with the Southern KwaZulu-Natal squad.
The tour will also take him to cities such as Venice and Rome, where he will gain experience against international opposition.
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