News Bulletin of 5 February 2026, 11am

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South African TechWomen alumni unites women in technology
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South African TechWomen alumni will host an event at Wits University on 16 February 2026 that connects women in technology with international mentors.
Women in STEM will share skills, build professional networks and access career development opportunities through the TechWomen programme.
The gathering supports women leaders by linking them to resources, industry knowledge, and long-term partnerships.
2026 Wits TechWomen convener, Amanda Jankowitz , says by strengthening mentorship and collaboration, the event helps women advance in tech and inspire more girls to enter STEM fields.
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Temba Bavuma receives City of Cape Town’s Civic Honours Award
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Temba Bavuma has been awarded the City of Cape Town’s Civic Honours Award for his contributions to sport and community.
The Proteas captain received the civic scroll and signed the Civic Honours Book at a formal ceremony after missing the original event in November due to national duty in India.
Raised in Langa, he progressed from township cricket to leading the national team on the international stage.
Over the past year, Bavuma captained South Africa to several major victories, strengthening the team’s performance both on and off the field.
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China, MultiChoice donate table tennis gear to Bloemfontein schools
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The People’s Republic of China, MultiChoice and the South African Table Tennis Federation have donated sporting equipment to primary schools in Bloemfontein to expand access to school sport.
The donation forms part of a youth sport development programme led by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture.
Learners at Credence and Heide Primary Schools received new sports facilities and table tennis equipment to support regular training and organised play.
Credence Primary School Headgirl, Tatyana van Wyk:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.07 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 5,078.26 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 71,185.00.
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Snoop Dogg joins Olympic torch relay in Italy
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Snoop Dogg joined the Olympic torch relay in northern Italy yesterday, bringing excitement to the crowds.
The rapper, dressed in official white kit, jogged, danced, and waved to locals along the route.
Snoop Dogg, already a familiar face from Paris 2024, is part of NBC's Olympic team for Milano Cortina 2026, where he's been named honourary coach for the US Olympic team.
He met athletes, including figure skater Ilia Malinin, during the event.
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