News Bulletin of 20 June 2025, 5pm

As Youth Month continues, 17-year-old Tiamara Andrew from Fourways is driving change through her NPO, Blessing Lives, with the return of the Drive 2 Unite charity event.
Taking place on 22 June at Montecasino, the event will feature a 250-vehicle convoy—ranging from supercars to 4x4s—raising awareness and collecting sanitary pads for underprivileged girls.
Attendees are encouraged to bring pad donations, which will support learners from disadvantaged schools across Gauteng.
Andrew says this year’s event introduces permanent drop-off points to ensure ongoing support beyond Youth Month.
She hopes to spark a national movement against period poverty—one pack at a time.

The Department of Basic Education has launched a new Life Skills and Life Orientation textbook series in Pretoria as part of Youth Month celebrations.
The 21-book series equips learners with tools to navigate health, mental well-being, civic duty, and road safety in a changing world.
Officials say the content is Afro-optimistic and decolonised, designed to reflect African identity while preparing learners for global success.
Developed with the National Education Collaboration Trust, the open-source material ensures all learners can access quality life skills education.
The department says the launch marks a major step in linking education to real-world opportunity.

A team of athletes called Muscle Runners is raising awareness and funds for people living with muscular dystrophy through running events across Gauteng.
The group was formed by the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation Gauteng, a non-profit supporting those affected by this rare, progressive condition.
Each race they run is dedicated to individuals who cannot run themselves, symbolising resilience and solidarity.
The foundation also leads other initiatives like cycling teams and Casual Day fundraising to promote disability awareness and support services.
Plans are underway to expand outreach through social media, partnerships, and community events, encouraging supporters to wear branded gear and join the movement.