News Bulletin of 4 August 2026, 6am

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Africa Rally 2026 Drives R1.1 Million in Giving
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The Africa Rally 2026 has raised more than R1.1 million for 22 charities across southern Africa.
All teams completed the 6,000-kilometre journey, marking the first year that every team reached the finish line.
The funds will support projects in wildlife conservation, education, healthcare, and community development.
Organisers say interest is already growing for the 2027 rally, with about 60% of team spaces filled.
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Bringing Maths Hope to 10,000 South African Learners
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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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A Celebration of Women, Music and Culture
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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 event uses music to celebrate women’s stories and inspire communities:
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

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

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 63,748.00.
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Spider-Man’s New Chapter Delivers Blockbuster Debut
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day opened at the North American box office with earnings of about R5.86 billion over the weekend.
Worldwide, the movie has now earned 928 million US dollars, or about 15 billion rand.
The film recorded the second-biggest opening in North American box office history, behind Avengers: Endgame.
The Odyssey finished second at the weekend box office, followed by Toy Story 5, Minions & Monsters, and Moana.
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