News Bulletin of 26 March 2026, 6am

City Power has unveiled a new electric vehicle charging station at its Booysens head office, marking the first step in Johannesburg’s push toward cleaner transport.
The utility says expanding charging infrastructure across the city will create jobs, support EV adoption, and align Johannesburg with global trends such as the European Union’s planned phase-out of fossil fuel vehicles.
The metro also plans to gradually convert its own petrol and diesel fleet to electric, as part of a broader move toward a more sustainable future.
City Power Acting CEO Charles Tlouane:
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Bryanston Primary School learners and parents have donated winter clothing to support vulnerable children at Kids Haven in Benoni.
The winter warmer drive collected essentials such as jackets, jerseys, and blankets.
Staff say the strong response highlights a growing spirit of community and compassion among learners.

14 South African words have been added to the Oxford English Dictionary.
Words like blesser, chakalaka, papgeld, broekies and izinyoka now join favorites such as braai, lekker,and ubuntu, reflecting the everyday language of South Africans.
From traditional Zulu hats (isicholo) to modern realities like electricity thieves (izinyoka), the new entries celebrate the creativity, culture and humour of South African English.