News Bulletin of 27 April 2026, 8am

Joburg Tourism has partnered with Soweto Fashion Week to give emerging designers direct access to buyers, media and new customers at the Autumn/Winter 2026 showcase.
The event will run from 28 April to 1 May at the Soweto Theatre, where designers will present collections and sell products through an on-site market.
Participating small businesses will use the platform to build brand visibility, secure orders and grow their networks.
Featured brands include Africa Fashion Alive, Odwa by Milli, Scenty by Nonkosi and Season Creations Accessories.

Zakithi Nene, Nonkululeko Mlaba and Precious Mthembu won top honours at the KZN Sports Awards in Durban on 26 April 2026.
Nene claimed Sportsman of the Year after running 43.76 seconds in the 400m at the Kip Keino Classic and securing podium finishes on the Diamond League circuit.
Mlaba earned Sportswoman of the Year after helping South Africa reach the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final and maintaining high international rankings.
Mthembu won Coach of the Year after developing university athletes and building competitive teams.

Zimbabwe and Botswana will allow citizens to cross the border using national identity documents instead of passports.
Presidents Emmerson Mnangagwa and Duma Boko signed the agreement in Harare.
The deal expands trade, allows movement of people and goods, and strengthens border security.
Additional agreements cover defence cooperation and investment to grow economic links between the two countries.