News Bulletin of 2 September 2025, 11am

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City Power phases out conventional streetlights
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City Power is phasing out conventional streetlights, replacing them with solar-powered lights.
This is in bid to combat the widespread problem of theft and vandalism of critical infrastructure in Johannesburg.
City Power Spokesperson Isaac Mangena says the new system operates independently, reducing the impact of damage to individual lights.
He says they plan to introduce smart lighting control systems and energy monitoring technology to enhance efficiency.
Residents are urged to report suspicious activity to help protect public infrastructure to City Power’s risk control team at 011 490 7900 / 011 490 7911, or via WhatsApp on 083 579 4497.
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ACSA to pump R21.7bn into airport upgrades
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The Airports Company South Africa has announced a R21.7 billion capital investment plan for the next five years.
The funds will be used to modernize airports, incorporating new technology and enhancing passenger experiences.
Planned upgrades include biometric systems, allowing passengers to use fingerprints and facial recognition for seamless travel, replacing traditional boarding passes.
ACSA's Group Executive for Capital Infrastructure & Asset Management Charles Shilowa:
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Over 1,100 young South Africans unleash creativity in competitions
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More than 1,100 young South Africans took part in the Hear Me Out and Ke-ready to Ringa creative competitions over the past few months.
The competitions were part of the national Hold My Hand campaign, supporting the National Strategy to Accelerate Action for Children.
Through letters, poems, videos, songs, and drawings, the participants expressed their thoughts on topics including love, mental health, respect, digital life and safety.
Hold My Hand’s Lebo Motshegoa says the competitions gave the young people permission to speak freely.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.61 to the US Dollar, 23.85 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 68.94 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 110,559.00.
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Meta explores AI partnerships with Google and OpenAI
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Meta is reportedly considering partnerships with tech giants Google and OpenAI to enhance artificial intelligence features in its applications.
According to media company The Information, Meta's new AI organisation, Meta Superintelligence Labs, has explored integrating Google's Gemini model to improve its primary chatbot, Meta AI.
Discussions have also centered around leveraging OpenAI's models to power Meta AI and other AI features in its social media apps.
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