News Bulletin of 20 April 2025, 8am

The inaugural Gauteng Investment Conference, recently held in Sandton, has exceeded expectations by securing 312-billion-rand in investment pledges, surpassing the R300 billion target. This achievement highlights Gauteng's status as a leading investment destination in Africa. The conference highlighted key sectors such as advanced manufacturing, the digital economy, and sustainable infrastructure development, aligning with the province's vision to attract R800 billion in investments over the next three years.

Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga has visited the South African National defence force's exhibition at the Rand Show . Every year the army showcases its capabilities at the Johannesburg Expo centre. Motshekga used this opportunity to praise the SANDF for being a key player in peacekeeping missions on the African continent and beyond.

Roadblocks across Gauteng remain in full force as traffic surges during the busy Easter weekend. Toll gates, including the heavily used Kranskop Toll Plaza on the N1, have recorded over 2,000 vehicles per hour, with congestion expected to persist. Gauteng Traffic Police and SAPS are actively monitoring speeding, drunk driving, and vehicle roadworthiness. Authorities urge motorists to remain patient, obey traffic laws, and plan their journeys carefully to ensure safety and avoid delays during the holiday rush