News Bulletin of 17 May 2025, 8am

The City of Tshwane is moving forward with a major legislative effort to regulate and support township businesses and informal traders through its draft Informal Trading and Township Economy By-law, which was approved in November last year.

The metro is inviting residents and business owners across all seven regions to participate in shaping how the by-law is implemented by attending a series of public consultation meetings in their communities or online.

the MMC for Economic Development and Spatial Planning, Sarah Mabotsa, this new by-law marks a significant step in aligning Tshwane metro’s local laws with national and provincial economic development legislation.

The Southern African Broadcasting Association has reaffirmed its dedication to strengthening the skills of journalists across the region.

SABA has launched an exciting new journalism training initiative, in efforts to ensure that public service media remains relevant, credible and adaptable to technological advancements.

The program aims to equip journalists with the essential knowledge and practical tools needed to navigate the evolving landscape of journalism.

Online retailer Amazon, will spend more than $4 billion to expand its U.S. delivery network by the end of 2026, in efforts to drive up demand from shoppers in small towns and remote areas.

The investment will expand the retailer's delivery network to more than 200 delivery stations spanning 13,000 ZIP codes.
Faster shipping has become the foundation of Amazon's strategy, with the company pouring billions into its logistics network to stay ahead of its competitors.