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South Africa has named Durban as its preferred host city for bids to stage the 2036 or 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games, aiming to bring the events to Africa for the first time.
The International Olympic Committee is expected to choose the 2036 host city in mid-2029.
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This paragraph by Kobe Bryant hits hard:
โEveryone wants to be a beast. Everyone wants to be the best. But very few people are willing to do what it actually takes. Because what it takes is boring. It is waking up at 4:00 AM. It is shooting the same shot a thousand times. It is watching the film when you are tired. People fall in love with the result, but they hate the process. You have to fall in love with the boredom. You have to fall in love with the repetition. If you can find joy in the mundane work that no one else sees, the lights will eventually shine on you.โ
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โ ๏ธ Residents in Buntingville, Ngqeleni, Urged to Move to Higher Ground
Residents living in low-lying areas of Buntingville, Ngqeleni, are urged to remain alert and move to safer, higher ground if water levels begin to rise.
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Marcus Aurelius wrote this over 1800 years ago:
โDo not disturb yourself by imagining your whole life at once.โ
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After the cross fell on a priest in Ecuador instantly killing him a few days back, this church in Ecuador has now decided to chain Jesus ๐
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๐ฅWe exceeded all expectations!!!
Extraordinary two days of road running and family outing, all offered and masterly executed by the D&D Kimberley Big Hole Marathon. Thanks to all the more than 5000 runners who came from all over the country and other African countries. Bigup to the over 10 000 community members that supported the event.
The event was incident-free and our deep sense of gratitude goes to the police service and Sol Plaatje Municipal Traffic Control Department. This was a continental race with more than 150 runners from other African countries, such as Kenya, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Mozambique, Botswana, etc. The marathon has significant impact on the tourism economy of Sol Plaatje Municipality, particularly Kimberley.
Preparations for the 2027 episode have started and we are looking forward to hosting you again. Our target for 2027 is 7000 runners. On behalf of the Provincial Government I want to thank the Race Director Thato Setlholo and the entire team for the excellent execution of this massive operation. I also want to thank the residents of Kimberley for their unwavering support for the eventโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
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My daughter is an artist. She has a BA Degree in Digital Design. She did Internship in Animation. She's a creative through and through.
Parents who have kids who are creatives, please support them, believe in them. It's a difficult industry that requires constant unconditional support, especially from parents. โค๏ธ
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#sapsHQ [YOUR FUTURE. YOUR COUNTRY. YOUR CALL: SAPS OPENS ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR 5 500 POLICE TRAINEES]
Are you ready to make a difference, serve your country and be part of the fight against crime? The South African Police Service (SAPS) is calling on 5 500 young South Africans under 35 to step forward, embrace the challenge and join the men and women in blue as police trainees during the 2026/2027 financial year.
The nationwide online recruitment drive opens today, 21 October 2026, and closes on 13 November 2026.
This is an opportunity for young, patriotic and service-driven South Africans aged 18 to under 35 to turn their passion for making a difference into a meaningful career in policing. If you are disciplined, physically fit, committed to serving your community and determined to help build a safer South Africa, this could be your moment.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP โ APPLY ONLINE!
Eligible applicants who have no criminal records or pending criminal cases are encouraged to apply via the official SAPS eRecruitment portal: erecruitment.saps.gov.za/
The online application process, introduced in 2025, makes it easier for young people from all walks of life to apply for entry-level police trainee posts.
To apply, prospective applicants must create a profile on the portal and verify their accounts using a code sent to their email addresses. Once verified, they can follow the step-by-step process to apply for available trainee posts. A QR code providing direct access to the portal will also be shared on SAPSโs official social media platforms.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS COULD OPEN SPECIALISED CAREER PATHWAYS
The SAPS is looking for more than just a uniform. It is looking for young people who can bring knowledge, skills, fresh perspectives and a commitment to excellence to the fight against crime.
As part of its targeted recruitment drive, the SAPS will identify suitably qualified applicants with specific skills for consideration in specialised policing environments. Graduates in Law, Policing, Criminology, Law Enforcement, Forensic Investigation, Natural Sciences, Computer Sciences and Information Technology may be considered for placement within the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), also known as the Hawks; Detective and Forensic Services; and Crime Intelligence.
The targeted recruitment process will also seek to identify suitably qualified young people from underrepresented racial groups who meet the prescribed requirements. Applications are open to all racial groups and genders.
DISCIPLINE. FITNESS. INTEGRITY. COMMITMENT.
Every applicant will undergo a rigorous selection process, including fitness, psychometric and integrity testing, a medical evaluation and an interview. These assessments are designed to ensure that those selected possess the physical fitness, mental resilience, discipline and integrity required to serve and protect the people of South Africa.
Successful recruits who hold a relevant NQF Level 6 or higher qualification will undergo six months of training at a SAPS training academy, while those without such qualifications will complete the standard nine-month training programme. All police trainees will receive a monthly stipend of R5 000 during their training.
Joining the SAPS is more than choosing a career. It is choosing to stand against crime, protect vulnerable people, support communities and contribute to a safer future for all South Africans.
DONโT MISS YOUR CHANCE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Applications close on 13 November 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early and ensure that they meet all the prescribed requirements.
The SAPS emphasises that applications are FREE OF CHARGE and that no police trainee position is for sale. Applicants must remain vigilant against fraudsters who may demand money in exchange for employment or promise to influence the recruitment process.
Be the change. Serve your country. Help build a safer South Africa.
#SAPSCareers #SAPSEmployerOfChoice #ServingOurCommunities ST
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๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐: Formula One is ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐
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Rwanda reaches a 10-year agreement with #F1 to host a race starting in the early 2030s ๐
#SSMotorsport | #F1
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So proud of Nyiko Mthombeni from Limpopo. โค๏ธ๐ฟ๐ฆ This lady has the skills to repair cellphones, but she lacks the funds to buy the equipment she needs to start her own workshop. Sometimes, all it takes is a little support to turn someoneโs talent into a successful business. ๐
