News Bulletin of 2 October 2025, 5pm

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Red Bull’s Back2Beyond Makes South African Debut in Tshwane
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Red Bull’s Back2Beyond event will debut in South Africa on 22 November at 012 Central in Tshwane.
The event features a night-long series of collaborative DJ sets, with artists performing back-to-back across multiple stages to create a continuous, evolving mix.
The line-up includes amapiano star KMAT, gqom innovator Dlala Thukzin, Major League DJz and Afro-house artist Sun-El Musician, showcasing the diversity of South Africa’s electronic music scene.
Organisers say the event celebrates collaboration, creativity and the country’s rich musical heritage, bringing global attention to local dance music culture.
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Rand Strengthens to Best Level in Over a Year
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The South African rand has enjoyed a boost, reaching its strongest level against the US dollar in more than a year. This comes after stronger-than-expected US job data prompted shifts in global markets.
Investors responded positively to the news, sending the rand trading around R17 to the dollar. The gains reflect renewed confidence in the local currency and provide a welcome lift for South African consumers and businesses relying on imports.
Economists say the rand’s resilience highlights the country’s improving financial sentiment and its ability to weather global market fluctuations.
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UK Confirms 9pm Junk Food Ad Ban to Protect Children
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The UK government has confirmed the start date for new regulations banning junk food adverts on TV before 9pm and paid online ads aimed at children.
Advertisers and broadcasters will begin voluntarily complying from October 1, with the legal enforcement period running until January 5.
The measures are designed to reduce children’s exposure to foods high in fat, sugar and salt, supporting healthier diets and lowering the risk of obesity-related illnesses.
Government estimates suggest the ban could remove 7.2 billion calories from children’s diets annually and deliver around £2 billion(approximately R46.42 billion ) in long-term health benefits.
Health Minister Ashley Dalton said the initiative forms part of a broader plan to shift the NHS focus from treating sickness to preventing ill health.
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