News Bulletin of 21 May 2025, 2pm

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JMPD Cracks Down on Illegal Delivery Bikes in Rosebank
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The Johannesburg Metro Police Department is stepping up its efforts to deal with illegal and unsafe delivery bike activity outside Rosebank Mall.
This is part of a bigger citywide plan to keep roads safe and make sure drivers follow the rules.
JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla says there’s been a rise in delivery bikes breaking the law by blocking traffic, parking on pavements, speeding, and ignoring traffic lights.
15 motorbikes have been taken off the road for not following the rules.
JMPD says the goal is to protect both drivers and pedestrians and keep the city safe.
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Mashatile Announces R940 Billion Infrastructure Boost at SA-France Conference
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Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa will invest R940 billion in infrastructure over the next three years.
Mashatile announced this plan this morning at the SA-France Investment Conference during his working visit to Europe.
He says, the government wants to work closely with France on building ports, railways, and power systems to boost trade and create more local jobs across Africa.
The aim is to grow the economy and strengthen trade ties between South Africa and Europe.
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Air France to Launch Daily Cape Town–Paris Flights for 2025/26 Summer
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Air France has announced that it will operate daily flights between Cape Town and Paris during the upcoming 2025/26 summer season.
The service will run from 15 December 2025 to 12 January 2026, offering increased travel options for South African passengers.
Flights will depart Cape Town each morning and return from Paris in the evening, providing seamless access to Europe and onward international connections.
Air France says, this is a continued commitment to strengthening travel links between South Africa and France.

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Financial Indicators
Financial indicators
Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.87 to the US Dollar, 23.98 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 66.28 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 106,601.00.
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