News Bulletin of 8 June 2026, 11am

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Jozi Walk raises support for homelessness
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Thousands of Johannesburg residents will take part in the Jozi My Jozi Walk the Talk on 26 July 2026, with this year’s event focusing on homelessness in the city.
Participants are being encouraged to donate meals, clothing, hygiene support and temporary shelter services during the walk.
The initiative links the annual event to organisations providing food, rehabilitation and basic care for people living on the streets.
Funds raised will go towards groups working to support and reintegrate homeless residents in Johannesburg.
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Medical students join CrazySocks4Docs awareness campaign
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South African medical students and healthcare professionals wore bright socks on Friday as part of the #CrazySocks-4-Docs campaign.
The initiative, led by the Ithemba Foundation, is supported by medical faculties across the country.
Universities took part by highlighting mental health awareness and encouraging support systems for students and staff.
The campaign focuses on reducing stigma and promoting wellbeing in the healthcare profession.
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Silindokuhle learners receive new digital lab
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Two hundred learners at Silindokuhle Special School in Mangweni, Nkomazi, now have access to a new digital computer laboratory.
The facility, provided through the Vodacom Foundation and the Mpumalanga Department of Education, includes assistive technology for deaf and visually impaired learners as well as upgraded learning spaces.
The initiative aims to improve ICT access, build digital skills and expand opportunities for learners with disabilities.
Vodacom regional managing executive Monde Ngcukana:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.55 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,324.27 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 63,104.00.
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Lucas Radebe features in Leeds United’s 2026/27 campaign
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Lucas Radebe has featured in Leeds United’s 2026/27 away kit launch campaign in England.
The Bafana Bafana icon appears in a short film promoting the club’s history and new strip, which includes the return of the white rose crest.
Radebe also serves as a Leeds United ambassador and supports community programmes run by the Leeds United Foundation.
His involvement follows recent visits where he took part in club and youth development activities across the city.
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