News Bulletin of 14 June 2025, 8am

The vibrant BMX community gathered at SkyLab Skatepark in Bryanston, for the fifth annual Park Lines BMX Tournament.

The park offered riders a variety of obstacles and line choices to showcase their skills in their bid to impress the judges through the qualifying rounds and the finals.

The competition drew riders from across the country, with amateurs and pros competing for the title of South African BMX Freestyle champion.

Park Lines organizer Ryan van der Spuy expressed pride in the event’s growth and its impact on the sport.

The electricity supplier Eskom has launched an innovative artificial intelligence- driven chatbot, designed to enhance and expedite customer service interactions.

The power utility says it aims to utilize the platform to minimize queues and provide a safer, more efficient experience.

The Chatbot allows customers to report power outages, receive instant reference numbers, and get real-time updates on existing faults, any time of day or night, making it easier to track the progress of faults and stay informed without the need for long queues or phone calls.

Cape Town's Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden has made the New York Times' list of the Top 25 Gardens in the World.

South Africa's Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Ministry's Thobile Zulu-Molobi,
says the honour is a testament to the dedication of the South African National Biodiversity Institute, whose tireless efforts ensure that the garden remains a global beacon of conservation and sustainability.