News Bulletin of 20 October 2025, 1pm

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Legacy lecture honours Dr Tlou Cholo
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The 4th Annual Dr Tlou Cholo Legacy Lecture was held at the South African State Theatre to mark the centenary of the freedom fighter.
Leaders, scholars, students, and alumni from TUT’s Faculty of Humanities attended, alongside the musical The Fatherland, celebrating his life and work.
Minister Buti Manamela highlighted Dr Cholo’s fight for political, social, and economic justice. Faculty alumni announced initiatives to support students and preserve his legacy, reinforcing the ongoing relevance of his vision for South Africa’s democracy.
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SANParks revenue supports conservation
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SANParks says the revenue generated by its parks will continue to fund conservation efforts across the country.
Tourism operations accounted for 75% of R4 billion in revenue, which has been reinvested in maintaining and improving parks.
CEO Hapiloe Sello says the organisation remains committed to managing over four million hectares of land for public enjoyment.
Infrastructure upgrades and expansion of parklands aim to enhance visitor experiences while protecting South Africa’s natural heritage.
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Instagram to limit content for teens
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Instagram will start limiting content for teenage users, applying a PG-13 style system to searches, interactions, and conversations with its AI chatbot.
The update aims to protect younger users from harmful or inappropriate content.
Social media expert Emma Sadleir says the move could be a game-changer for online child safety.
The feature is expected to roll out by the end of the year, helping ensure a safer, more age-appropriate experience for millions of teen users.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.35 to the US Dollar, 23.29 to the British Pound, and 20.19 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,255.27 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 61.29 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 111 055,40.
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