News Bulletin of 7 May 2026, 11am

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Sandton Fun Factory programme earns international financial literacy award
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The Sandton Fun Factory is celebrating a major milestone after its financial literacy programme received international recognition.

The programme, which trains teachers at early childhood development centres to introduce basic financial concepts to children aged three to six, has been awarded the Excellence In Financial Literacy Education Award by the Institute for Financial Literacy.

The initiative focuses on teaching young learners the fundamentals of earning, saving, budgeting and banking, laying a strong foundation for financial awareness from an early age.

The institution has begun rolling out the programme to 600 Early Childhood development centres across the country.
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Johannesburg Zoo to host star-studded Mother’s Day music celebration
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The City of Johannesburg will transform the Johannesburg Zoo into a vibrant celebration space, hosting 10 top artists for a one-of-a-kind Mothers day live music experience.

This year's programme offers something for everyone, blending genres and generations in true Johannesburg style.

Audiences can look forward to performances by Ami Faku, The Soil, Mathew Mole, Giselle Niemand and the Phoenix Orchestra among many others.

An Adopt-an-Animal stand will also be available, giving visitors a meaningful Mother's Day gift option, complete with certificates, animal information and Zoo entry vouchers.
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Joburg Theatre to host Drakensberg Boys Choir Music in the City
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The Drakensberg Boys Choir will return to the stage for the highly anticipated Drakensberg Boys Choir Music in the City from the 17th of June, at the Joburg Theatre.

The four-day showcase promises a vibrant, genre-spanning celebration of community, heritage, and global musical exchange.

The concert has evolved into a dynamic cultural gathering, where young voices, diverse traditions, and world-class musicianship converge in one of South Africa’s most energetic urban spaces.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.39 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,645.60 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 81,120.00.
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Jannik Sinner makes ATP Masters history
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Professional tennis player Jannik Sinner has won the Madrid Open title, making history as the first man to win five consecutive ATP Masters 1000 titles.

His run includes title victories in Paris, Indian Wells, Miami and Monte-Carlo, cementing his status as the number one player in men’s tennis.

The 22-year-old Italian star has now won 28 consecutive matches.
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