News Bulletin of 16 November 2025, 11am

The City of Johannesburg has received a R548 million grant from Invest International Public Programmes to support sustainable waste management initiatives.
The signing ceremony took place in Sandton, alongside the G20 Trade Ministerial.
The funding will drive the Alternative Waste Treatment Technology Project, improving how the city handles waste.
This initiative aligns with Johannesburg's Integrated Waste Management Plan and South Africa's Just Energy Transition Partnership goals, aiming to divert 500,000 tons of municipal solid waste from landfills annually, and generate 28-36 MW of electricity.
Mayor Dada Morero says this is a powerful endorsement of their vision for a greener Johannesburg.

The Gauteng local government says plans are underway for the expansion of the Gautrain system to areas including Soweto, Fourways, Roodepoort and Mamelodi.
The Gautrain expansion project plans to add up to 300 kilometers of rail lines, connecting underserved areas to key economic hubs.
The initiative aims to extend the existing 80-kilometer system, integrating new routes to enhance connectivity and support sustainable development.
The project will generate substantial economic returns creating more than 125,000 jobs during construction.

World-renowned actor Dr John Kani has launched the John Kani Performing Arts Academy in Marshalltown, Johannesburg, last week.
This is to empower South African artists through advanced training, mentorship, and community revitalisation, with support from the Anglo-American Foundation and the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture.
The academy, which aims to transform the arts industry and nurture excellence, has already begun hosting provincial masterclasses, including one in Limpopo this week where Kani and top industry facilitators shared skills and insights with emerging performers.