News Bulletin of 6 August 2026, 12pm

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Foundations Invest In Youth Development
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EmpowerED Futures and the Temba Bavuma Foundation are supporting young people through tutoring, mentorship and education opportunities.
The programmes provide learners with academic support, scholarships and guidance to help them develop skills for the future.
The organisations continue to create support systems that help learners access education and mentorship.
Youth development advocate Yolisa Singaphi, who works with both initiatives, says supporting young people starts with giving them the tools and opportunities to reach their goals.
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Foundation Donates Shoes To 67 Learners
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Sixty-seven learners at Iphutheng Primary School in Alexandra have received new school shoes from the 1 Africa Foundation.
The donation provided essential school items to learners in need and supported their daily school experience.
The foundation says the initiative forms part of its efforts to support schools and communities through partnerships.
The school welcomed the donation, saying the new shoes will help learners feel more comfortable and confident when they attend classes.
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Women Lead Mustadafin Community Work
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Mustadafin Foundation is marking Women’s Month by highlighting the women who run its community programmes, with women making up 96% of its workforce.
The organisation provides food, education, healthcare, disaster relief and support services to communities across South Africa.
Its female staff members lead programmes that assist children, families, young mothers and vulnerable groups.
The foundation is celebrating its 40-year history by recognising the women who help deliver these services.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.31 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,131.09 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 64,822.00.
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MTN8 Quarterfinal Action Starts Saturday
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The MTN8 quarterfinals kick off on Saturday, with defending champions Orlando Pirates facing Durban City in Soweto.
Mamelodi Sundowns will also begin their new season campaign on Saturday when they host Polokwane City.
The action continues on Sunday, with AmaZulu taking on Sekhukhune United in Chatsworth and Kaizer Chiefs welcoming Golden Arrows to FNB Stadium.
Pirates captain Nkosinathi Sibisi says the team is ready for the challenge as they begin their pursuit of a fifth consecutive MTN8 title:
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