News Bulletin of 21 May 2025, 12pm

The City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services is calling for heightened vigilance and caution as a cold wave sweeps across the country.

The South African Weather Service, has issued an alert for freezing temperatures in Johannesburg and parts of Gauteng.

The SAWS noted that a cold front moved over the south-western parts of the country on Monday, bringing cold, wet, and windy conditions.

The icy conditions are expected to move into the central and eastern parts of the country and will continue through to Friday morning on the 23rd of May.

Two young men from Gumbani village near Malamulele in Limpopo, have developed a free educational app aimed at supporting learners and teachers, particularly in remote areas.

Malungelo Mathonsi and Khongelani Shibambu have created the NOVAR app, which offers lessons in subjects such as Mathematics and Science.
The app is freely accessible and is designed to improve access to quality education regardless of the learner’s background or financial disposition.

Mathonsi and Shivambu received R1 million in support of the e-learning app from Liberty.

The Enlit Africa conference has brought together policymakers, innovators and thought leaders to
the Cape Town international Convention Centre, to spark transformation and to power a sustainable future for Africa's energy and water sectors.

The premier event aims to address Africa’s pressing energy and water challenges through strategic discussions, technological showcases and investment opportunities.