News Bulletin of 4 September 2026, 9am

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UP launches five-year Africa research programme
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The University of Pretoria has launched a five-year research programme to find solutions to climate, water and food challenges across Africa.
Researchers from different fields will work together on issues such as drought, floods, water shortages and food security.
The programme will also bring researchers together with government, policymakers and other partners.
The aim is to develop practical solutions while training the next generation of African researchers.
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CEO Cycle Challenge backs young talent
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The CEO Cycle Challenge is raising funds to support talented children from under-resourced communities through the South African Hall of Fame’s Legacy Project.
The corporate cycling event brings business leaders together to raise money and create opportunities for young people with talent but limited resources.
Chairman of the South African Hall of Fame, Johnny Burger says the Legacy Project aims to help these children develop their skills and reach their potential:
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Crawford International Sandton's annual fun run and walk
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Learners, families and members of the Crawford International Sandton community took part in the school’s annual fun run and walk last Saturday.
Participants ran and walked together as they exercised and marked the start of spring.
The event brought the school community together for a morning of physical activity and socialising.
The school plans to continue using community events to encourage participation and connection among learners, families and staff.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 15.99 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,429.11 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 80,845.00.
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CapCut partners with One Club for creatives
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CapCut and The One Club for Creativity have formed a global partnership to give young creatives, students and content creators access to competitions, training and international opportunities.
CapCut will provide a brief for the Young Ones Student Awards and present ADC Young Guns 24, a competition for creatives aged 30 and under.
The partnership will also include online and in-person events, creator content and support for several awards programmes.
The two organisations say the partnership will help creatives build skills and prepare for the growing use of artificial intelligence in the industry.
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