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Pre-loved toys and books donated to support early learning
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Pre-loved toys and books have been donated to the Domino Foundation to support early childhood development across South Africa.
The donation comes from Jamaica Francis, who cleared out her children’s cupboards and brought the items to 34 partner pre-schools.
The Durban-based Foundation says playing with toys helps young children explore, role-play and develop skills like communication, problem-solving and self-expression.
Staff add that these donations are especially important for children with limited access to books and educational materials at home, making play a vital part of preparing them for school.
The donation comes from Jamaica Francis, who cleared out her children’s cupboards and brought the items to 34 partner pre-schools.
The Durban-based Foundation says playing with toys helps young children explore, role-play and develop skills like communication, problem-solving and self-expression.
Staff add that these donations are especially important for children with limited access to books and educational materials at home, making play a vital part of preparing them for school.
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School of Excellence launched in EC
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The Vodacom Foundation has launched a School of Excellence at Lavelilanga Secondary School in Queenstown in the Eastern Cape.
The R1.5 million project will upgrade digital infrastructure, refurbish the computer centre, enhance security and sanitation, and provide reliable connectivity over the next 12 months.
Two ICT coordinators and psychosocial support staff will be deployed to assist learners and teachers.
The initiative, funded with the Eastern Cape Department of Education, is part of Vodacom’s Educational Ecosystem introduced in 2019.
The R1.5 million project will upgrade digital infrastructure, refurbish the computer centre, enhance security and sanitation, and provide reliable connectivity over the next 12 months.
Two ICT coordinators and psychosocial support staff will be deployed to assist learners and teachers.
The initiative, funded with the Eastern Cape Department of Education, is part of Vodacom’s Educational Ecosystem introduced in 2019.
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My Body – My Space Public Arts Festival kicks off on 7 March
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The small town of Entokozweni in Mpumalanga will host the My Body – My Space Public Arts Festival from 7 to 14 March 2026.
The festival runs art education programs and presents public performances, including contemporary dance and international works.
Artists and performers will engage the community through workshops and shows across the town.
Artistic director Tshego Khutsoane leads the festival, connecting local audiences with innovative arts experiences:
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The festival runs art education programs and presents public performances, including contemporary dance and international works.
Artists and performers will engage the community through workshops and shows across the town.
Artistic director Tshego Khutsoane leads the festival, connecting local audiences with innovative arts experiences:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.09 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,352.96 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 67,390.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.09 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,352.96 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 67,390.00.
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