News Bulletin of 3 August 2026, 12pm

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Doctor Khoza Takes Maths Lessons Nationwide
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Doctor Siyabonga Khoza is teaching maths to learners in disadvantaged communities as part of a goal to reach 10,000 students across South Africa this year.
After treating patients, Khoza visits schools to provide extra lessons and support learners preparing for exams.
Since the start of 2026, he has visited 28 schools and aims to reach 50 by the end of the year.
His programme uses education to help learners improve their opportunities in maths and science.
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Soweto Scheme Receives Support To Feed Community
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Children and vulnerable residents in Orlando East, Soweto, will continue receiving meals after the Mamlangeni Feeding Scheme received food support from Miss Soweto and White Star.
The donation of maize meal and instant porridge will help the community initiative maintain its feeding programme and support families facing food insecurity.
Mamlangeni Feeding Scheme provides meals for children and residents in need, with organisers working to expand the programme to more communities.
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Ratanda Children Get Road Safety Support
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A child road safety campaign has provided toddlers and young learners in Ratanda with reflective beanies to improve their visibility.
Wheel Well donated the handmade Halo Beanies to children at Smile Day Care, with the reflective material helping motorists spot young pedestrians in low light.
The beanies were made by community knitting and crochet groups as part of a national effort to reduce child road accidents through practical safety measures.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.54 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,051.28 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 62,441.00.
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Tribute To Women Celebrates SA Women Through Music
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The Malibongwe Arts Festival’s Tribute to Women 2026 is celebrating women’s contributions to South Africa through music and culture.
The event honours the courage, creativity and achievements of women while connecting past generations with today’s voices.
Festival Ambassador, Dr Criselda Kananda, says the festival uses music to celebrate women’s stories and inspire communities:
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