News Bulletin of 28 August 2026, 9am

The University of Pretoria’s Sci-Enza Science Centre is taking virtual reality and other STEM learning experiences to under-resourced schools in and around Pretoria.
During a recent visit to TransOranje School for the Deaf, learners used VR headsets to explore solar energy, hydroelectricity and underwater environments.
The programme aims to give learners access to practical science experiences and support classroom learning.
Sci-Enza is working with the Department of Basic Education’s Tshwane South District to reach more schools in the area.

At least 3,000 entrepreneurs across South Africa are set to benefit from Tiger Brands’ expansion of its Albany Bread-On-The-Streets programme over the next year.
More than 800 people are already running stands that sell Albany bread in high-footfall areas, earning about two rand per loaf.
Tiger Brands says it provides the entrepreneurs with branded stands, marketing materials and a regular supply of bread, creating opportunities for people to earn an income.
The expansion comes as youth unemployment remains high, with nearly five million young people aged 15 to 34 economically inactive and the unemployment rate in the age group at 47-point-four percent.

Two hundred and 46 runners and walkers took part in HERD’s fourth annual Trails for Trunks event in Pretoria earlier this month.
Participants completed trail distances ranging from two to 15 kilometres to raise support for HERD’s elephant rescue, rehabilitation and conservation work.
Supporters also joined the event virtually from other parts of the world, walking and running for the cause.