News Bulletin of 10 November 2025, 6pm

TCyclist Mauritz van den Heever has helped raise nearly R200 000 for Rare Diseases South Africa through the organisation’s #Ride4Rare campaign at this year’s 947 Ride Joburg.
Inspired by his wife Elindi, who lives with a rare condition, Van den Heever says cycling with a charity group made the experience unforgettable.
RDSA’s Judy McBeath says the funds will go toward treatments, therapies, and support programmes for affected families.
She’s encouraged more people to take part in future charity rides to help raise awareness and hope for those living with rare diseases.

The Eastern Cape has launched South Africa’s first provincial Oceans Economy Satellite Account, a blueprint showing how the province can grow its ocean-based industries.
The plan looks at opportunities in shipping, fishing, tourism, and offshore oil and gas, highlighting where money and jobs can be created.
In 2023, the Oceans Economy contributed nearly R28-billion and supported around 43,000 jobs in the province. Transport, tourism, and offshore gas are seen as the biggest growth areas.
Officials say the blueprint will help attract investment, create jobs, and ensure local communities benefit from the province’s coastal resources.
The plan also aims to support sustainable development, balancing economic growth with protection of the ocean environment.

Shoprite has launched the Act For Change Food Garden Competition, offering R1 million in prizes to support community gardens across South Africa.
The initiative aims to increase access to fresh produce, build skills and strengthen communities.
Winners will receive tailored support including irrigation systems, training and other resources, with prizes ranging from R225,000 to R120,000.
Nearly 300 gardens have already benefited from the programme, producing over 106,000 kilograms of fresh food last year.
The Siyaphambili Women’s Club in KwaZulu-Natal is among the gardens receiving support to grow vegetables year-round and sell surplus locally.