News Bulletin of 19 May 2025, 8am

Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi, announced plans to extend cyber technology infrastructure to rural schools by 2029. He spoke at the official handover of a new Cyberlab to Morutwa Secondary School in Limpopo. The event coincided with World Telecommunications and Information Society Day, which calls for inclusive digital transformation and stresses the importance of digital access for women and girls worldwide. Solly Malatsi SOUND

Emmanuel Mvalo, a general worker at Western Rackets Squash Centre in Roodepoort, discovered his passion for squash in 2020. With guidance from top South African player Devon Hendrikse, he climbed from a number five player to number three within a year. By 2024, Emmanuel competed in the Johannesburg League, securing two wins in five matches. At the age of 33, the squash player remains focused on building a promising squash career, proving that dedication can turn opportunities into success.

South Africa's U20 national soccer team, Amajita, have been crowned the new champions. The team played in the TotalEnergies U20 Africa Cup of Nations after a 1-nill victory over Morocco in Cairo last night.The decisive moment came in the 69th minute when Gomolemo Kekana scored, sending the South African fans into wild celebrations. This marked a historic milestone as Amajita lifted the trophy for the first time in their history.