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Teen Activist Inspires Brakpan Learners to Make a Difference
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Seventeen-year-old Brianna Mupaya, local teen activist and author of Brakpan Broom, spoke to grade four and five learners at Curro Helderwyk on February 5.
Brianna, known for her community clean-ups and her foundation supporting victims of gender-based violence, encouraged learners to believe that anyone can be an activist, no matter their age or background.
She shared how growing up in Brakpan shaped her passion for community work and inspired her to take action, from organizing marches to writing books. Brianna told learners they don’t have to wait to make a difference.
Brianna, known for her community clean-ups and her foundation supporting victims of gender-based violence, encouraged learners to believe that anyone can be an activist, no matter their age or background.
She shared how growing up in Brakpan shaped her passion for community work and inspired her to take action, from organizing marches to writing books. Brianna told learners they don’t have to wait to make a difference.
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Health Department begins school HPV vaccination drive
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The Department of Health has begun its 2026 school based Human Papillomavirus vaccination campaign, targeting girls aged nine years and older to help prevent cervical cancer later in life.
Trained teams will visit schools nationwide, including public and private institutions, and parents or caregivers are urged to return signed consent forms so eligible girls can receive the vaccine. More than 3.6 million girls in South Africa have already benefited from HPV vaccination since the programme began, with over 7.2 million doses administered.
Child Health Specialist, Dr Lesley Bamford says the vaccine is very safe
Trained teams will visit schools nationwide, including public and private institutions, and parents or caregivers are urged to return signed consent forms so eligible girls can receive the vaccine. More than 3.6 million girls in South Africa have already benefited from HPV vaccination since the programme began, with over 7.2 million doses administered.
Child Health Specialist, Dr Lesley Bamford says the vaccine is very safe
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Fourways Crossing Supports Witkoppen Primary Learners
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Fourways Crossing has donated school shoes and sanitary pads to Witkoppen Primary School, helping learners from vulnerable households attend school with confidence. The support addresses challenges that can affect attendance, participation, and emotional well-being.
The school’s management identified learners most in need, ensuring the donation reaches those who benefit most. Access to essentials like
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 15.98 to the US Dollar, 21.81 to the British Pound, and 19.03 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,010.50 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 68.05 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 68,478.00.
The Rand is trading at 15.98 to the US Dollar, 21.81 to the British Pound, and 19.03 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,010.50 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 68.05 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 68,478.00.
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