News Bulletin of 21 July 2025, 1pm

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Africa’s biggest 5-a-side tournament returns to Johannesburg
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The second Season of Africa's biggest 5-a-side football tournament took place at the Marks Park Sports Club in Johannesburg and featured 16 of the best teams contending for top honours and a R500,000 cash prize.

The African 5quad League showcases the very best of small-sided football, combining fast-paced action, tactical brilliance and exceptional talent.

The League is more than just a tournament, but a movement that aims to redefine the future of football on the continent.
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Recording Academy opens doors to new talent in its 2025 Class
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The Recording Academy which is known for hosting the Grammy awards has extended invitations to nearly 3 600 new members for its 2025 class.

The new members will have the opportunity to vote for the Grammy Awards, helping shape the most influential accolades in the global music industry.

Music professionals from various backgrounds and disciplines will get access to hands on experience, skills development, exposure to industry mentors and the chance to contribute to an organization that is at the forefront of shaping the future of music, through active contribution.

South African bestselling author, poet, producer and performer Siphokazi Jonas, will be joining the Recording Academy's 2025 class.
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Turkish Airlines signs strategic agreement with South Africa’s Airlink
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Turkish Airlines and South Africa-based Airlink have signed an agreement to strengthen the presence of Türkiye’s flag carrier on the African continent.

The agreement, which takes effect from the 1st of August, was signed at a ceremony at Airlink’s head office in Johannesburg, attended by senior executives from both airlines.

The partnership will expand travel options by linking Turkish Airlines’ global network with Airlink’s extensive domestic and regional routes across South Africa and neighbouring countries.
Passengers will be able to book seamless multi-sector journeys on a single ticket, with connections from Turkish Airline flights arriving in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
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Financial Indicators
Financial indicators
Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 0.00 to the US Dollar, 0.00 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 69.11 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 118,677.00.
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919 FM is giving away R2500 for the best idea
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919 FM is calling on listeners to submit their creative ideas on improving the City of Johannesburg.

The station has teamed up with Sandton based businesses to give away R2500 for the best idea.
From safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.

WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919 to share your ideas and listen 919 throughout the week to hear the best ideas live on air.
Winners will be announced at the end of the month.
Split analysis
Local: 75 words (27%), National: 104 words (37%), International: 104 words (37%)