News Bulletin of 10 December 2025, 1pm

The South African Human Rights Commission is hosting an International Human Rights Day celebration at Constitution Hill in Johannesburg under the theme “Human rights, our everyday essentials.”
The event also marks 29 years since the signing of the Constitution.
The celebration highlights the rule of law, transparency, and access to justice, reinforcing the country’s commitment to protecting citizens’ rights and promoting democratic values.

The eThekwini Municipality says it’s ready to welcome about 1.3 million visitors to Durban this festive season.

The city has boosted safety measures with extra security guards supporting metro police, and full lifeguard teams stationed at all priority beaches. The new Coastal and Tourism Policing Unit will patrol 100 kilometres of coastline from Umkhomazi to Westbrook.
Child safety plans include seven tents for lost children, an overnight facility at Ellis Brown Primary School, and 200-thousand identification armbands for parents.
All 23 Durban bathing beaches are currently open and meet water-quality standards, with the city saying any beach will be closed immediately if bacteria levels rise.

The sound of compas, Haiti’s most celebrated music and dance style, is on the brink of receiving global recognition as it is expected to be added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list this week.
The genre, also known as konpa, is a daily part of life across Haiti and among its diaspora and is regarded as a strong symbol of national identity.
Cultural experts say compas connects communities across the country and continues to thrive even during difficult periods.
The style was created in nineteen fifty five by saxophonist Nemours Jean Baptiste and later gained international reach through groups such as Tabou Combo.
Officials say the anticipated UNESCO listing offers a welcome moment of pride for Haiti at a time when the country often faces global attention for political and security concerns.