News Bulletin of 19 November 2025, 6pm

Melville’s 7th Street is undergoing a major upgrade as community groups move to restore one of Johannesburg’s busiest retail corridors.
The project, jointly driven by the local business and residents associations, includes paving repairs, curb repainting, graffiti removal and improved walkway safety.
Youth Employment Services participants are also assisting on site, gaining practical skills as work progresses.
The revamp is expected to be completed by January 2026, ahead of The Happening, with early improvements already boosting foot traffic and confidence among traders.

Northgate Shopping Centre recently put young African designers in the spotlight through its Africa on Trend initiative, blending culture, education, and industry exposure.
The programme featured African-inspired fashion and innovation, giving students a platform to present their work and express their creative identity.
It also offered practical opportunities, including a one-month apprenticeship with Queen B Couture and a fifteen-thousand-rand educational bursary supported by Northgate.
An in-centre exhibition displayed garments from all participants, with retailers assisting through mannequins, setups, and content creation.
The response from shoppers was very positive, and organisers hope to grow the initiative through more partnerships and mentorship opportunities.

Tshwane residents near Sol-Tech, Monumentpark West, Pierre van Ryneveld, Lyttelton and Waterkloof are being warned of extensive security measures ahead of the G20 summit.
Monumentpark West will be closed at the Veldpou Street booms and Air Force Based Waterkloof will run extended hours with frequent military aircraft activity.
Solomon Mahlangu Drive is facing hard lockdowns from today to 24 November, with no access for vehicles, cyclists or pedestrians during set time blocks. Rolling closures are also planned on the R21 and N1.