News Bulletin of 17 September 2025, 6pm

19-year-old Arthur Mathebula from Pretoria has seen his matric dance dreams come alive thanks to the generosity of strangers.
His plea for help with the costs of his outfit, ticket, and other expenses went viral online.
South Africans responded with open hearts, donating more than R18,000 and exceeding his original goal by far.
Arthur will now celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime milestone with his classmates, creating memories he will treasure forever.
The story highlights the power of community and how small acts of kindness can make a big difference.

Johannesburg is set to be filled with harmony this weekend as four of South Africa’s most celebrated university choirs perform in the city.
On Saturday 20 September, the University of Johannesburg Choir will host the University Choirs Concert at the Sanlam Auditorium on their Kingsway Campus.
Joining them are the University of Pretoria Camerata, fresh from Times Square and the ACDA National Conference in Dallas, North-West University’s PUK Choir with decades of gold medals, and the University of the Free State Bloemfontein Choir, recent European Choir Games champions.
Together, these choirs promise an uplifting evening, showcasing South Africa’s musical talent and rich choral tradition.

Albania has taken a bold step into the future by appointing the world’s first artificial intelligence minister.
The virtual figure, known as Diella, has been introduced to help fight corruption and improve efficiency in government operations.
Diella will oversee public tenders, ensuring transparency and fairness in a country long troubled by graft.
She has already processed over a million applications as a virtual assistant, saving citizens time and cutting through red tape.
The move is seen as a symbol of hope as Albania works toward joining the European Union. Supporters believe this innovation could inspire other countries to harness technology for cleaner and more efficient governance.