News Bulletin of 20 October 2025, 5pm

Families and volunteers gathered at Morningside Country Club yesterday to mark National Down Syndrome Awareness Day with a special bowls event.
Organised by the Down Syndrome Association Gauteng and the Johannesburg Bowls Academy, the initiative encouraged participation by children and young adults with Down syndrome in a supportive environment.
The event aimed to raise awareness and strengthen social inclusion through sport.
It also forms part of Bowls South Africa’s broader effort to expand opportunities for players with intellectual and hearing disabilities.

South Africa’s tourism industry continues to rebound, with over six million international visitors recorded between January and August 2025, a 30.2% increase from last year.
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille attributes the turnaround to strong marketing efforts, improved travel infrastructure, and diverse attractions.
The growth supports local businesses, creates jobs, and positions the country as a leading destination for international travellers.

The green turtle is making a strong comeback after decades of decline.
The species has been reclassified from endangered to least concern on the IUCN Red List.
Global numbers have grown by almost 30 percent since the 1970s. Conservation measures such as protecting nesting beaches and reducing entanglement in fishing nets have played a key role.
Experts say the recovery is proof that marine conservation is working.
While some regional populations still face threats, the green turtle’s rebound is being celebrated as a major win for ocean wildlife.