News Bulletin of 16 May 2025, 11am

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U-turn Homeless Ministries launches a national night on the streets campaign
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U-turn Homeless Ministries is challenging South Africans to embrace discomfort for a night.

The organisation launched a national "night on the streets campaign" in efforts to raise R1 million in support of safe space accommodation and long-term solutions to homelessness.

In partnership with BMW Constantia, a group of 30 individuals, comprising of BMW staff, clients and U-turn board members and supporters, will spend a night along Claremont Main Road to raise funds and awareness for people experiencing homelessness.

The symbolic act is designed to demonstrate solidarity with over 30,000 homeless individuals in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
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MyCiti bus projects are currently under construction
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Residents in areas including Hanover Park, Phillipi and Mitchels Plain are set to benefit from the new MyCiti bus projects that are currently under construction in the areas.

Once completed, the MyCiti bus routes will connect residents of the Cape Flats with the Cape Town CBD and various other area.
The projects are expected to be completed in about two years' time.
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The African continent is experiencing a notable surge in tourism
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Several African countries including South Africa, Rwanda, Tanzania, Morocco, Kenya and Algeria are leading the charge in Africa’s tourism revolution, driving a remarkable surge in visitors to the continent.
The countries are not only offering unique cultural experiences but have also invested heavily in infrastructure and global marketing strategies that have made them more accessible.

With an ever-expanding tourism sector, these destinations are drawing attention due to their rich histories, diverse landscapes, and the growing number of world-class events and services they offer.

The African continent is experiencing a notable surge in tourism, driven by several key factors that have transformed its image and appeal to global travellers.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 18.06 to the US Dollar, 24.02 to the British Pound, and 20.24 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,151.89 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 63.87 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 103,311.00.
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Share your idea and stand a chance to win R2500 with 919FM
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919 FM is partnering with Sandton based businesses to give away R2500 for the best idea, on improving the City of Johannesburg.

WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919 to share your innovative ideas, 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: 94 words (35%), National: 62 words (23%), International: 109 words (41%)