News Bulletin of 5 May 2025, 7am

Malo and Moon Maiden hits Cresta
Joburg audiences are in for a mesmerizing experience with Malo and the Moon Maiden, a breathtaking cirque-theatre production created by legendary South African theatre-maker Janice Honeyman. Opening at The Cirk in Cresta Shopping Centre, this enchanting tale follows Malo the Clown and his devoted love for Melodia Luna, the celestial Moon-Maiden. This production is set against the backdrop of a once-glorious circus. Running from May 3 to June 15, this visually stunning production promises a heartfelt journey of love, longing, and hope.





Sandton and Gauteng
Fuel prices drop next week
Fuel prices are set to drop next week, bringing some welcome relief at the pumps. Prices for both 95 and 93 unleaded petrol will decrease by 22 cents per litre, diesel by 41 cents, and paraffin by 31 cents. The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources attributes the drop to a decline in crude oil imports. Global factors have resulted in an oversupply of oil from non-OPEC countries ultimately benefiting local consumers
South Africa
Lady Gaga Draws 2 Million Fans in Rio
Over 2 Million people attended a free Lady Gaga concert on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro. The city funded the event to boost the local economy expecting to bring in 100 million dollars. The pop star's biggest ever concert was part of lady Gaga’s Promotional tour for her eighth album, Mayhem whose songs include Abracadabra and Die With a Smile. She’s been back in brazil for the first time since 2012. SOUND
World
Financial Indicators
Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 18.37 to the US Dollar, 24.41 to the British Pound, and 20.80 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,241.06 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 58.75 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 94,271.00.
R2500 Joburg Listener Giveaway
919-FM is inviting listeners to share their innovative ideas for improving Johannesburg whether it's enhancing a street, suburb or the entire city. Every week the station will partner with Sandton-based businesses to give away R2500 for the best idea.To share your ideas WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22 12 919 and listen to 919 throughout the week to hear the best ideas live on air. Winners will be announced on the afternoon drive on Friday.