News Bulletin of 31 August 2026, 12pm

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Edenglen Calls Cyclists To Support CANSA
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Edenglen Cycling Club is calling on 300 cyclists to join its Paint the Cradle Pink Ride in support of CANSA.
The ride will take place on October-11 at Syringa Park in Krugersdorp, with participants asked to wear pink.
Organisers aim to raise R300,000 for cancer support, after last year’s ride raised more than R200,000.
The ride will also honour two club members who died after battling cancer.
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Sandton SPCA launches 2027 calendar
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The Sandton SPCA has launched its 2027 calendar to raise funds for animal welfare and expand its outreach work.
The calendar was unveiled at a fashion show at Bryanston Country Club on August 27, featuring rescued animals and volunteers.
The organisation raised R560,000 from last year’s calendar and is targeting R750,000 this year.
The SPCA also plans to carry out 4,000 free pet sterilisations in communities to reduce the number of unwanted animals.
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Artist turns coffee beans into works of art
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South African artist Ennock Mlangeni is turning coffee beans into works of art.
The self-taught artist began sketching comics as a child before creating a portrait of musician Black Coffee using coffee granules.
The artwork gained attention on social media and led Mlangeni to start his own studio, Shack Art Studios.
He has now expanded his work into clothing, including T-shirts featuring his designs.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.18 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,457.22 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 78,189.00.
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South Africa Welcomes 6.5 Million Tourists
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More than 6.5 million international tourists visited South Africa in the first seven months of 2026.
Tourist arrivals rose by 12.4 percent compared with the same period last year.
Arrivals from other African countries increased by 14.3 percent, while overseas arrivals rose by 5.7 percent.
The growth is supporting tourism businesses and jobs across accommodation, hospitality, transport and attractions.
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