News Bulletin of 22 October 2025, 11am

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Sandton SPCA hosts annual golf day to support animal welfare
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Golfers teed off at Houghton Golf Estate earlier this month for the Sandton SPCA's annual golf day, a key fundraising event to support animals in need.
The event brought together golf enthusiasts, sponsors, and animal lovers to support a great cause.
The day's activities included a round of golf, on-course entertainment, and interactive sponsor holes.
A live auction and prize-giving ceremony in the evening raised additional funds for the SPCA's lifesaving work.
Sandton SPCA chairperson Nick Smith emphasized the importance of the event, noting that every cent raised goes directly into food, vet care, shelter, and survival for the animals.
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Boxer Super run set to energize Johannesburg's running community
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The Boxer Super Run is gearing up to make a splash in Johannesburg with its inaugural event at the Marks Park Sports Club on 9-November.
The 5km run will feature four start waves catering to different levels of runners, ensuring an inclusive experience for all participants.
The event will kick off with the Open Wave, designed for competitive runners looking to push their limits.
...And the Super Social Wave promises a fun-filled experience for those who want to enjoy the run with friends and like-minded individuals.
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Partnerships key to improved SA-Indonesia trade
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President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasizes strengthening bilateral relations with Indonesia in politics and economy.
He arrived in the country this morning as part of a 3-nation visit to South-east Asia.
Indonesia is South Africa’s third-largest trading partner in the region.
Ramaphosa met Indonesian president Prabowo Subianto and says the 2-countries will promote strategic partnerships in areas such as trade, diplomacy, and multilateral collaboration:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.38 to the US Dollar, 23.23 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 62.31 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 108,159.00.
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Singapore introduces to promote sustainable aviation fuel
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Singapore has introduced a levy on departing flights to promote sustainable aviation fuel and reduce emissions.
The fee will fund cleaner fuel purchases and is expected to add 3-to 16-Singapore-dollars to economy-class ticket prices.
The city-state aims to increase sustainable aviation fuel usage to 1% by 2026 and 3-5% by 2030.
This move supports Singapore's goal of achieving net-zero emissions in the aviation sector by 2050.
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