News Bulletin of 7 July 2026, 8am

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Science Month Sparks Future Careers
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More South Africans, especially young people, will have the chance to explore science and discover career opportunities through the country's first National Science Month.
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation has expanded the annual National Science Week into a month-long programme, with South Africa celebrating science, technology and innovation throughout July.
The programme will feature exhibitions and public events across the country, while showcasing South African achievements in science and medical research.
The programme aims to inspire more young people to study science and build careers in innovation.
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Blankets Bring Warmth and Hope
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More vulnerable people in Johannesburg are staying warm this winter after receiving 120 donated blankets from a community outreach group.
Volunteers also prepared and served home-cooked meals at a local men's shelter to support people facing difficult circumstances.
The initiative continues to provide practical help to individuals and families during the cold months.
Volunteers plan to reach even more people as winter continues.
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Kimberley Artist Showcases SA Talent
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A Kimberley artist will represent South Africa at an international art exhibition in Australia.
Junior Oliphant was selected by the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory to take part in the Cosmic Echoes: A Shared Sky Indigenous Art Exhibition.
His artwork explores identity, heritage and the stories of the Northern Cape while helping preserve local culture.
The exhibition will showcase South African Indigenous art to an international audience:
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.19 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,166.06 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 63,054.00.
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SA Women Sail for International Honours
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An all-women South African sailing team will represent the country at the first New York Yacht Club Women's International Championship in the United States this September.
South Africa is the only African country selected to compete after being chosen from 48 applications.
The team is led by Olympian Dominique Provoyeur and includes Yonela Temela from Khayelitsha, who recently helped win the 2026 Cape to Rio Yacht Race.
The championship gives South African sailors the chance to compete against some of the world's best.
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