News Bulletin of 2 November 2025, 9am

The City of Johannesburg has launched its new Smart Card Trading Permit System, officially issuing the first 40 permits at the Noord Street Market to help formalise informal traders and improve accountability.
The system aims to integrate traders into the city’s formal economy, ensuring fair access to trading spaces.
Fourways, councillor, Vino Reddy encouraged hawkers to apply for the new permits after they raised concerns about their trading rights.
At the same time, City officials emphasized that trading on provincial roads remains prohibited for safety and legal reasons.

The Wheels of Hope team recently completed a 6,000-kilometre motorcycle journey across South Africa in 15-days to help amputees access prosthetic legs.
The project supports individuals who cannot afford prosthetics.
The team visited Port Elizabeth, Durban, Upington, and other towns, assisting those affected by accidents or illness, while emphasizing that life continues beyond disability.
Bushy, a double amputee himself, says the work is ongoing, providing support and hope to people across the country throughout the year.

The 2025 Ice Bucket Challenge drew hundreds of enthusiastic participants, including schoolchildren, officials, and community members, to the picturesque town of Mossel Bay in the Western Cape.
Hosted by local community organisation Eden Protocol, the event built on the success of last year's unofficial world-record attempt, which attracted over 900 participants.
Eden Protocol Foundation's Francois Botha, one of the organisers, played a key role in bringing the event to life:
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