News Bulletin of 7 July 2026, 2pm

Community outreach initiative One Small Act of Kindness has distributed 120 blankets to vulnerable people in Johannesburg as part of its winter support campaign.
Volunteers also prepared and served home cooked meals at a local men's shelter, offering comfort to those in need during the cold weather. Organisers say the initiative provides practical assistance while supporting people facing difficult circumstances.
The campaign will continue throughout winter as the organisation reaches more individuals and families in need.

South African endurance runner Gavin Skevington is halfway through an ambitious challenge to run the entire KwaZulu Natal coastline in 15 consecutive days.
His 600 kilometre journey stretches from Port Edward to the Ponto border and aims to raise funds and awareness for five charities supporting wildlife conservation, vulnerable children, animal welfare and community development.
Skevington hopes to raise R50 000 for each organisation as he completes the challenge without any rest days.

The Department of Health says more than 16 000 people have received Lenacapavir since the rollout of the groundbreaking HIV prevention injection began in June.
The long acting medicine is given just twice a year and is designed to prevent HIV infection before exposure. South Africa launched the rollout after receiving an initial shipment of nearly 38 000 doses, with priority groups including young women, sex workers and other people at higher risk of HIV.
Health Minister Aaron Motsoeledi officials say the strong early uptake shows communities are embracing the new prevention option as the country works to reduce new HIV infections by 2030