News Bulletin of 27 March 2026, 9am

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Polyco teaches 16,000 learners recycling habits
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Million+ Grade 1 Recycling Education Programme by non-profit company, Polyco, is teaching 16,000 learners across 100 schools how to separate recyclables and practice sustainable habits.
The programme, launched in 2024 combines classroom lessons with school activities that encourage children to bring recycling knowledge home.
Learners influence their households by practicing waste separation and asking questions about sustainability, spreading habits into communities.
By teaching recycling from the start, Polyco hopes more people will take part, keep waste clean and help South Africa reuse resources better.
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The Happening takes place tomorrow in Melville
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The Melville community is preparing for The Happening on Saturday.
The free street festival will feature live music, street theatre, markets, art workshops, performers, and a community parade.
Volunteers are helping clean streets, paint murals, remove tags, and decorate public spaces on 7th Street and 4th Avenue.
The event invites the community to come together, share their creativity, and celebrate art while caring for the environment.
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Woodrock Animal Rescue and 67 Blankets join forces for Mandela Day
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Woodrock Animal Rescue has teamed up with 67 Blankets to support Nelson Mandela Day in July.
Yesterday Woodrock visited founder of 67 Blankets Carolyn Steyn’s home in Johannesburg to deliver blankets for local communities.
The teams also exchanged ideas on creating and distributing blankets.
The collaboration highlights practical action, spreading warmth and care across South Africa.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

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

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 68,646.00.
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Cape Town recycling facility to cut waste
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Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says Cape Town’s new recycling facility is a major step in reducing waste and boosting sustainability.
The R434-million Coastal Park Material Recovery Facility in Muizenberg will process materials from the city’s door-to-door recycling programme.
Hill-Lewis says recyclables will be sold to manufacturers to make new products:
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