News Bulletin of 21 May 2025, 4pm

The City of Tshwane has repaired the broken sewer pump station in Zwartkop that had been spilling raw sewage onto the N1 highway and into the Hennops River.

A burnt-out motor caused by foreign objects led to the failure, but contractors were brought in to resolve the issue.

The metro says the pump station is now operational, bringing relief to affected residents and helping to curb further environmental damage.

While budget constraints remain a challenge, the city is prioritising urgent maintenance and has committed to improving long-term infrastructure planning.

700 underprivileged learners in the Nyandeni Municipality have been gifted new school shoes through a collaboration between the Eastern Cape education department and the 1Million Shoes Campaign.
Education MEC Fundile Gade said the donation helps break the cycle of poverty and improves access to education.
Learners expressed gratitude, saying the shoes have boosted their confidence and pride on the way to school.
The Dan Pasiya Foundation, also involved, called for more partnerships to support rural students and provide bursaries for high achievers.
This initiative is making a difference, giving learners both comfort and motivation for a brighter future.

The University of Johannesburg’s Sport Division, in collaboration with the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, recently hosted a successful fundraising Golf Day at the Royal Johannesburg Golf Club.
With strong support from 20 corporate sponsors and alumni, the event raised around R260,000 to assist financially disadvantaged UJ Sport and Civil Engineering students.
Beyond the action on the course, the day fostered networking and community engagement.
Organisers say the initiative has set the tone for a sustainable fundraising model that could benefit even more students in future.