News Bulletin of 5 May 2026, 11am

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Ben Rodrigues wins award at International Portuguese Music Awards
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South African musician Ben Rodrigues won the New Talent award at the International Portuguese Music Awards in Providence, Rhode Island, becoming the first South African to receive the honour.
The International Portuguese Music Awards recognise musicians of Portuguese descent from around the world and also featured Rodrigues performing at the ceremony.
South African singer-songwriter Katia De Vallier received a nomination in the Rap/Hip-Hop/Dance category for her song Do The Things, and was recognised among the finalists.
The event included international entries across multiple music categories.
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2026 Choral Indigenous Music Awards
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Sounds of Azania will host the 2026 Choral Indigenous Music Awards in July at AMPD Studios Newtown, Johannesburg.
Public voting opened in March and closes on 19 July across multiple categories.
The event will feature live performances, collaborations and stream online to local and international audiences.
The awards recognise indigenous choral music and support artists and community participation.
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Eastern Limb Career Expo links learners to training and job opportunities
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The Eastern Limb Career Expo in Limpopo is bringing together learners, teachers and industry partners to connect young people with training and job opportunities.
Mining companies in Burgersfort and Steelport are hosting the event for schools in nearby communities.
Glencore CSI Manager Vorster Maloka say the annual event links education with industry needs and helps learners prepare for the job market:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.79 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 80,776.00.
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USAf and Services Sector SETA launch R520m bursary for 5,000 students
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Universities South Africa and the Services Sector Education and Training Authority launched a R520 million bursary scheme to fund more than 5,000 students at public universities.
The programme provides up to R100,000 per student per year for first-, second- and final-year students who meet academic requirements.
24 universities have each received R20 million, enabling about 200 students per institution to access funding.
The scheme covers study costs, allowing students to continue and complete their degrees.
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