News Bulletin of 26 May 2026, 3pm

The Boksburg SPCA has launched a new outreach initiative in Boksburg aimed at improving animal welfare through direct community engagement.
Inspectors are now going door to door in areas such as the Holomisa informal settlement, checking on pets and assisting owners with basic care support.
The programme focuses on early intervention, education and providing essentials like food and blankets where needed, while also helping arrange veterinary care and sterilisation services.
The SPCA says the approach is designed to build trust and improve animal welfare in communities with limited access to resources.

Africa Day celebrations in Durban began with a vibrant parade filled with colour, music and traditional drumming, showcasing South Africa’s diverse cultural heritage.
Cultural groups and performers took to the streets in a display aimed at promoting unity and social cohesion among communities.
The celebrations carried a strong message of togetherness in the city as discussions continue around migration-related tensions, with organisers focusing on inclusion and shared identity.
Community activist Nelisiwe Mtimbe says unity is key

Learners at Siyabonga Secondary School in Soweto now have access to a new robotics and artificial intelligence lab aimed at boosting coding, technology and career readiness skills.
The facility was launched through a partnership between the Shoprite Foundation and the Trevor Noah Foundation as part of a wider education drive across Gauteng.
The programme will give learners hands on experience with robotics, coding and smart technology, with older pupils also taking part in AI focused career training.
Education partners say the goal is to prepare young people for a rapidly growing tech driven future and improve access to digital skills in local schools.