News Bulletin of 2 August 2025, 10am

The City of Johannesburg has officially launched the final phase of the Riverside View Social Housing Development, with 744 additional affordable rental units planned to bring relief to low- and moderate-income families.

The MMC for Human Settlements, Mlungisi Mabaso, officially broke ground on Phase 4 of the project addressing the City's efforts to tackle the urgent need for affordable social rental housing.

The project follows the delivery of more than 1 100 units in the first three phases since September 2023, creating local jobs, while empowering women-led businesses through the Expanded Public Works Programme.

Residents who are earning between R1 800 and R22 000 per month will be eligible to apply for the new units once the applications are open.

The Cape Forum and the International Agricultural Academy for Africa have joined forces to help learners at schools in the Western Cape, to unlock a career in agriculture.

The initiative forms part of i3A's school programme which aims to give learners the opportunity to begin their agricultural studies from Grade 10, covering a wide range of fields such as beef and crop production, wildlife management and viticulture.

The Cape Forum’s Bernard Pieters says the partnership creates exciting pathways for young people to enter the Agricultural sector with real-world skills and opportunities.

South African swimming sensation Pieter Coetzé delivered an outstanding performance at the World Aquatic Championships in Singapore, securing gold in the 100m backstroke earlier this week.

Coetzé became the first South African medalist at this year’s championships after achieving a 51.85 seconds win, marking an African record in the event.

The Victory follows the superstar swimmer's gold medal win at the World University Games in Germany last week.