News Bulletin of 19 October 2025, 7am

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Gauteng authorities conduct community outreach programme in Tembisa
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The Gauteng Secretariat Unit, in collaboration with the Gauteng Traffic Wardens, and other law enforcement authorities, recently conducted a two-day community outreach programme in Tembisa.
The initiative aims to enhance public safety through community and law enforcement collaboration.
During the programme, the team engaged with residents, gathering feedback and concerns about safety issues in the area.
The outreach programme serves as a crucial platform for building trust trust between law enforcement and the community, improving public safety.
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Deputy Minister Mhlauli engages communities in Roodepan
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To the Northern Cape where Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, met with Roodepan community members and leaders last Thursday to discuss service delivery and development.
She emphasized the need for strong government-community partnerships to address local challenges.
The engagement followed the successful conclusion of the Second District Development Model meeting.
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TikTok to train 3,000 aspiring content creators
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TikTok has commited to developing the skills of African creators, pledging to train 3,000 talented individuals by the end of 2025 through its Level Up Africa 2.0 programme.
This initiative aims to provide opportunities for aspiring content creators to hone their craft and thrive on the platform.
With a focus on nurturing innovative talent, Level Up Africa 2.0 is set to make a significant impact on the creative industry.
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BYD to expand operations in SA
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Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD plans to invest in up to 300 charging stations across South Africa in 2026.
This move aims to boost the country's electric vehicle infrastructure.
The expansion will also see BYD nearly triple its dealership network in South Africa.
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