News Bulletin of 10 May 2025, 7am

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Johannesburg Water announces a 96-hour emergency water interruption
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Johannesburg Water has announced a 96-hour emergency water interruption from Friday, 9th of May, impacting multiple suburbs across the city.

The Affected areas include Sandton, Illovo, Sandhurst, Rivonia, Morningside, Parkmore and
Hyde Park among others.

Residents in these areas will experience low pressure to no water supply during the maintenance period, that is expected to conclude on the 13th of May.
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Limpopo Filmmaker wins best African film at the World Film festival
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Limpopo Filmmaker Murena Netshitangani has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by winning the best African film award at the World Film festival at Cannes in France for his film Lubunyu.

The film has also been selected for screening at the prestigious world film festival.

Murena says the film is a blend of true events and fictionalized storytelling, capturing the essence of a community grappling with tradition and modernism.
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South Africa recognised as one of the world's most desirable countries to visit
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South Africa has been recognized as one of the world's most desirable countries to visit in the esteemed 2024 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards.

The Awards are determined by the voices of passionate travelers, with over 3 million votes cast by 168,000 avid travelers.

The accolade underscores the country's reputation as a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts who are seeking authentic encounters in breathtaking landscapes.

The country’s iconic coastal city Cape Town, was also celebrated as the 5th most desirable city globally.
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Share your idea and stand a chance to win R2500 with 919FM
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919 listeners are invited to share their innovative ideas for improving the City of Johannesburg.

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

To share your ideas, WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919 , and listen to the station throughout the week to hear the best ideas live on air.
Winners will be announced every Friday on the afternoon drive show.
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Local: 61 words (30%), National: 67 words (33%), International: 78 words (38%)