News Bulletin of 9 April 2026, 5pm

Sunninghill learners turn recycling into creative action
Junior College Sunninghill learners have turned waste into wearable art through a colourful recycled fashion initiative celebrating World Recycling Day.
Using items like newspapers, plastic bags, cardboard and bottle tops, learners created imaginative outfits that promoted environmental awareness and practical recycling habits.
The project also encouraged creativity while teaching pupils how everyday choices can help protect the planet.
Sandton and Gauteng
South Coast Hospital Team Performs Skull Free Brain Surgery First
A specialist team at Shelly Beach Hospital has achieved the South Coast’s first minimally invasive pituitary tumour removal. Neurosurgeon Dr Yandisa Nxakama and ENT surgeon Dr Lungelwa Sigonya removed the tumour through the patient’s nose, avoiding the need to open the skull and leaving no external scarring.
The hospital says the breakthrough gives KZN South Coast patients access to advanced brain surgery closer to home with less trauma and faster recovery.
South Africa
Kentron substation upgrade strengthens Centurion’s power supply
Tshwane has completed the refurbishment of the Kentron substation, restoring its electricity capacity from 40 to 120 MVA after previous fire damage.
The upgrade will stabilise supply in Centurion CBD and Highveld, while creating room for new developments and future growth.
The city says only minor paving work remains, with the project already delivering stronger grid support for the area.
Sandton and Gauteng
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The Rand is trading at 16.38 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,711.43 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 71,110.00.
Oakland Artisan Turns Car Break-Ins into Art
Oakland artisan Sydney Jones is transforming car break-ins into wearable art.
She collects shattered car windows herself, often after neighbors or local residents alert her to break-ins in the area.
Using a kitchen-top kiln, she melts the safety glass into floral-themed jade green earrings.
The project keeps long-lived glass out of landfills and channels frustration into creativity.
Her “Street Revival” collection has drawn strong community support, showing how small, local efforts can make a positive environmental and artistic impact.
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