News Bulletin of 3 June 2026, 1pm

Finalists from all nine provinces will gather in Pretoria at the end of June for the ABC Motsepe SASCE National Championships, one of the country’s biggest school arts events.
The South African Schools Choral Eisteddfod will run from 30 June to 3 July at Moreleta Kerk, featuring top school choirs and young musicians who advanced through provincial rounds.
The programme, supported by the Department of Basic Education and the Motsepe Foundation, promotes music education and unity through performance.
Thousands of learners are expected to take part, showcasing the country’s young musical talent.

The Cape Organisation for the Democratic Taxi Association has begun piloting a cashless payment system aimed at making taxi travel safer and more convenient for commuters.
Passengers on selected routes can use payment cards or digital payment options instead of cash, reducing the risk of robberies linked to carrying money.
The initiative also includes plans for in taxi cameras and payment scanners as part of efforts to modernise operations. Codeta says the pilot phase will help assess the system before a wider rollout across its network.

South African disability advocate Caroline Malatji is working to improve mobility, independence and access to services for people living with disabilities.
She is the founder of Disability Accessible Accommodation and Travel, which provides accessible transport, medical supplies and support services for wheelchair users and others in need.
Malatji, who is also a member of the QuadPara Association of South Africa, continues to promote safer road use and greater awareness around disability inclusion.
Her work focuses on practical solutions that help improve daily living and access to healthcare and travel.