News Bulletin of 9 October 2026, 5pm

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UP Expands Free Computer Training For Mamelodi Residents
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The University of Pretoria’s Mamelodi Campus is using its computer laboratories to help local residents develop digital skills and improve their employment prospects.
The free courses teach basic computer literacy, Microsoft Word and Excel, professional email communication and online job seeking.
More specialised workshops cover LinkedIn and Canva, helping job seekers and small business owners strengthen their digital presence.
The training is presented weekly by volunteer lecturers, students and alumni, while residents can also use the computer labs to prepare CVs and search for jobs.
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Kruger National Park Increases Use Of Renewable Energy
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Kruger National Park is increasing its use of renewable energy through a new project announced by Discovery Green and Ampli Energy during the park’s centenary year.
The project is already operational and will supply more than 25 percent of the park’s annual electricity needs, helping reduce its reliance on conventional power sources.
The development supports efforts to make the park’s operations more sustainable while protecting one of South Africa’s most important wildlife destinations.
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Kay Motsepe Schools Football Championship Awards R8.6 Million In Grants
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The 2026 Kay Motsepe Schools Football Championship has awarded schools a combined R8.6 million in grants to improve classrooms, water infrastructure, transport and sports facilities.
National champions included Navalsig High School in the under-19 boys division, Laerskool Queenswood in the under-13 boys division and St Marks Academy in the under-13 girls division.
The tournament also gives young players from across South Africa the chance to showcase their talent to professional football scouts.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.54 to the US Dollar, 21.87 to the British Pound, and18.52 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,185.65 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 104.28 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 82,511.00.
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Neon Dreams Builds A South African Braai Spot In Canada
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Canadian band Neon Dreams has brought a taste of South Africa home with them after touring the country, building their own braai area back in Canada.
The band shared its do it yourself project online, showing the construction of a dedicated spot where they can light a fire, cook meat and enjoy time outdoors.
Although the musicians are back in Canada, their new braai area shows how their South African experience has stayed with them. Braaing is a familiar part of local culture, bringing friends and family together around a fire, and the band is keeping that tradition alive thousands of kilometres away.
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