News Bulletin of 28 August 2026, 5pm

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PNG Flames netballers receive boost from local sponsor
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Young netball players from PNG Flames in Vosloorus have received a boost after Mall at Newmarket sponsored their tournament.
The support included new uniforms, medals, a trophy and a R2 000 voucher, helping ease the costs faced by the grassroots club.
The team says having proper equipment has also helped players feel more confident and proud when representing their club.
The initiative supports young girls through sport while encouraging teamwork, discipline and leadership.
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Ballito community helps recover lost wedding ring
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A simple Facebook appeal has led to a heartwarming community effort and the return of a treasured wedding ring in Ballito.
Anecia Vosloo realised she had lost the ring on a local beach and asked the Hello Ballito community for help finding someone with a metal detector.
Community member Donald Ensor responded and used a metal detector to search the beach, successfully finding the missing ring.
Anecia said she was overwhelmed by the kindness and support shown by the community.
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Soweto musicians shine on UK stages
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Young musicians from the Buskaid Soweto String Ensemble have returned home after a successful UK tour.
The Diepkloof based ensemble performed alongside award winning chamber group Ensemble Hesperi at venues in London and Dorset.
Their performances combined Baroque classics with energetic township Kwela music, while workshops gave the young musicians further opportunities to develop their skills.
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Financial Indicators headline
Financial Indicators
Financial indicators
Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 15.99 to the US Dollar, 21.77 to the British Pound, and 21.77 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,602.30 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 89.70 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 78,763.00.
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Retiree builds tables to bring families together
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A Georgia retiree has found a new purpose by building dining tables for families in need.
Tom Schulte began volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, helping build homes for families getting their first opportunity at homeownership.
He then started making and delivering tables to those families, many of them single mothers with children.
Each table comes with seating and a basket where families can place their phones while they eat, encouraging them to put their devices aside and spend time together.
Tom says it is all about giving back
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