News Bulletin of 30 July 2026, 1pm

Community members in Boksburg rolled up their sleeves to support the South African National Blood Service's Jail and Bail campaign at the Parkmeadow Donor Centre, helping boost blood supplies during the busy winter season.
The fun fundraising initiative encouraged participants to rally friends, family and colleagues to donate blood on their behalf, with each successful donation bringing them closer to securing their freedom.
The campaign exceeded its target of collecting 50 units of blood, helping strengthen blood stocks at a time when donations are usually lower.

Food and water are the focus of Food Indaba 2026 in Cape Town, where chefs, farmers, researchers and food writers are exploring practical ways to build a more sustainable food system.
This year's theme looks at the connection between rivers, oceans, aquifers and rainfall, and how healthy water sources are essential for growing food and supporting communities.
The event brings together experts from across the food industry to share ideas that can help strengthen food security in South Africa.
District 6 Museum curator and author Tina Smith says the festival is also celebrating recipes and cooking traditions passed down through generations, recognising their role in preserving culture, identity and local knowledge.*

Thousands of young children now have better access to books and reading spaces after 10 Early Childhood Development centres across all nine provinces were upgraded through the Mandela Month Literacy Legacy Initiative.
The project donated 1 500 books, educational toys and take home reading packs, while creating dedicated reading corners to encourage a love of books from an early age.
The initiative will also continue beyond Mandela Month, with plans to assess each centre's infrastructure needs and provide further support to improve learning environments.