News Bulletin of 27 January 2026, 6pm

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Youth Centre Donation Drive Restores Learners’ Dignity in Alexandra
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A donation drive at Minerva Secondary School in Alexandra is helping learners access education and regain their dignity.
The initiative, organised by Thusong Youth Centre, provided shoes, pants, and shirts to students who face harsh socio-economic challenges.
Many learners come from child-headed households or families affected by unemployment, and sometimes miss school because they lack proper uniforms.
Receiving these donations allows them to attend school consistently, engage better in class, and focus on their learning.
Staff at the school say the drive has boosted learners’ confidence and enthusiasm, supporting both their education and overall well-being.
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South African rescue teams return from Mozambique floods
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South African rescue teams have returned home after assisting communities affected by Mozambique’s devastating floods.
Activated through a formal request via the United Nations, the multidisciplinary team helped evacuate hundreds of people, provide medical care, and support food distribution in severely affected areas.
The mission was conducted under international humanitarian coordination and regional disaster response frameworks.
Rescue South Africa praised the professionalism and dedication of its team, which included experts from emergency services, academia, and humanitarian organisations.
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Free yoga in Berario builds health and community
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Biokineticist and yoga teacher Kendra Dykman runs a free weekly class in Berario park, Johannesburg, helping residents improve their health and wellbeing.
The sessions focus on flowing movements, body awareness, and functional exercise, welcoming beginners and encouraging participants to move at their own pace.
The class also brings people together, with attendees forming friendships and connecting through coffee catch-ups, group hikes, and nature walks.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 15.97 to the US Dollar, 22.02 to the British Pound, and 19.11 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 5,064.58 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 87,636.00.
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Tanzania’s Tourism Sector Continues Strong Momentum
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Tanzania’s tourism industry is showing strong performance heading into 2026.
The sector generated a record 4.2 billion dollars in revenue, driven by a 9 percent increase in international arrivals compared with the previous year.
Zanzibar also posted a standout year, recording over 917 000 international visitors, up nearly 25 percent from the year before, the highest total on record for the island.
Industry leaders say improved connectivity, strong global marketing, and diversified source markets are helping sustain tourism growth.
With tourism accounting for a significant share of economic growth, the government remains focused on expanding infrastructure and attracting even more visitors in the year ahead.
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