News Bulletin of 27 April 2025, 9am

SASSA cards functional beyond 31 May.

1. The Postbank has confirmed that South African Social Security Agency Gold Cards will continue to be functional beyond the 31st of May.The Postbank, says SASSA Gold Cards will continue to work across all payment systems, including ATMs and POS machines. Beneficiaries can continue to withdraw cash at all Postbank’s partner retail stores and can continue swiping for purchases. The move follows a temporary pause in the distribution of the new black cards, which officials say are to stabilize the transition.
South Africa
Midrand Chess Club Players Set for Prestigious Tournament
Midrand Chess Club has announced that three of its top players will compete in the Moja Chess Extravaganza, one of Africa’s most prestigious chess tournaments. Taking place from April 26 to May 1, the event strives to provide township players with competitive opportunities on national and international stages.Coach Kgosimang Molefe highlighted how streaming technology has transformed chess from a quiet, solitary pursuit into a social, engaging spectacle, attracting new audiences.
Sandton and Gauteng
David Beckham Leads UNICEF Fundraiser
Football icon David Beckham has launched a global fundraiser ahead of his 50th birthday. Beckham will partnering with UNICEF to support children facing hardships amid a funding crisis. With South African donors joining the initiative, Beckham’s effort is bringing people together to help children access education, healthcare, and protection. SOUND
World
Financial Indicators
Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 18.67 to the US Dollar, 24.83 to the British Pound, and 21.22 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,319.26 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 65.80 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 94,005.00.
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