News Bulletin of 1 July 2025, 9am

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Total Football Excellence crowned Midrand Champions
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Waterfall City-based Total Football Excellence were officially crowned the Midrand Local Football Association champions.

Under the expert leadership of head coach Isaac Mabotsa, the team clinched the league with 69 points from 25 games.

The team's crowning as Midrand LFA champions marks a significant milestone, especially as the team now sets its sights on representing the region in higher-tier competitions, including provincial playoffs and potential promotion to the SAFA regional league.
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SA's Agriculture Sector sees positive gains
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Statistics South Africa says the agricultural industry in South Africa is experiencing steady growth.

A recent survey indicates positive gains, particularly in horticulture, mixed farming, and animal farming, leading to a 6.8% rise in total income to R91.7 billion in 2023.

The growth is also reflected in increased production and sales of certain key agricultural products.
The sector’s resilience can be attributed to improved productivity and an increase in export demand for local produce.
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Demi Lovato launches debut Cookbook
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American singer, songwriter and actress Demi Lovato has released her debut cookbook, offering a heartfelt exploration of food, healing, and self-discovery.

The star announced her debut cookbook, “One Plate At A Time”, which is set for release on the 31st of March in 2026.

The new project is a testament to Lovato's transformative relationship with cooking, marking an essential step in her recovery and dedication to nurturing herself through food.

The cookbook promises to offer simple, comforting recipes that reflect her journey to self-acceptance and joy.
The singer promised that there would be no "overwhelming" ingredients or cooking skills required to create the recipes, but rather easy-to-make dishes that "emphasize enjoyment over perfection."
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.64 to the US Dollar, 24.26 to the British Pound, and 20.79 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,280.23 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.87 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 106,988.00.
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Stand a chance to win R2500 on 919 FM
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919 FM is inviting listeners to share their innovative ideas on improving the City of Johannesburg.
From safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.

The station is partnering with Sandton based businesses to give away R2500 for the best idea.

WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919 to share your ideas and listen 919 throughout the week to hear the best ideas live on air.
Winners will be announced at the end of the month.
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Local: 69 words (27%), National: 73 words (29%), International: 112 words (44%)