News Bulletin of 6 May 2026, 2pm

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Inclusive sports day promotes unity and awareness in Dobsonville
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The Phila Sonke Wellness Initiative and Lead Change Developments hosted their second annual Sports and Fun Day at the Kopanong Centre, bringing together people with and without disabilities in a shared space of sport and recreation.
Supported by the City of Johannesburg and the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture, the event featured inclusive activities such as aerobics, soccer, netball and adapted races designed to encourage participation for all abilities.
Organisers say the initiative is aimed at breaking down barriers, promoting inclusion and strengthening community awareness around disability and wellbeing.
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SASSA pilots new digital system to cut queues in Bellville
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SASSA is testing new digital systems at its Bellville office aimed at speeding up service delivery and reducing queues.
The pilot includes biometric identification, facial recognition, self service kiosks and a new e Life certification system to improve accuracy and cut fraud.
Officials say the tools are already helping manage demand more efficiently and reducing waiting times, with plans to roll out the system nationwide.
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Tshwane Varsity Hackathon drives student innovation in Soshanguve
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The Tshwane University of Technology and the City of Tshwane have launched the 8th annual Tshwane Varsity Hackathon at the Soshanguve South Campus, bringing together students, academia and industry to tackle real world challenges.
The initiative forms part of the university’s annual hackathon series and focuses on developing digital solutions linked to issues such as service delivery, unemployment and smart city development.
Organisers say the programme aims to turn student ideas into working prototypes and potential start ups, while building skills in innovation, teamwork and problem solving
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.67 to the US Dollar, 22.28 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,712.45 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 109.87 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 82,374.00.
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US graduate earns doctorate at 85
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An 85 year old graduate from Tennessee State University has completed his Doctor of Education degree, proving it is never too late to study.
Charles Dabbs, a Navy veteran, fulfilled a dream nearly 70 years in the making after beginning his studies decades ago and later returning during the Covid 19 pandemic to complete his doctorate.
He balanced his academic journey with a long career in public service and had already earned multiple degrees before taking on the challenge of a doctorate in his eighties.
Dabbs is now looking to give back by mentoring students and hopes to teach, continuing his lifelong commitment to education.
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