News Bulletin of 23 December 2025, 4pm

A study by WordUnscrambler.pro has revealed the words South Africans searched for most in 2025 when unsure of spelling. The research analysed Google search data from January 1 to December 17. Top searches included “neighbour” in Mpumalanga, “business” in Limpopo, “honour” in the Northern Cape, “awkward” in the Eastern Cape, “favourite” in the Free State, “colour” in North West, “jewellery” in the Western Cape, “because” in Gauteng and “reindeer” in KwaZulu-Natal. Researchers say the confusion often comes from differences between British and American English, rather than poor spelling. Irregular word patterns also make some words harder to spell correctly.

The Field Market at Field & Study Park in Sandton is celebrating a milestone year, marking a decade of community, creativity and connection. What started as a small local initiative has grown into one of the area’s most popular community markets. The market now hosts more than 140 traders, showcasing artisanal food, handmade items and distinctive lifestyle products. Founder and organiser Handri Cooley described the 10-year milestone as both humbling and rewarding. She adds that the market has always been about people creating a space where community, creativity and small businesses can thrive together.

The Alexforbes Angel Wings crew, a youth-led team preparing for the Cape2Rio 2025 challenge will begin on the 27th of December. This is a 3,300-nautical-mile voyage from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro. All six sailors are graduates of the academy, which introduces young people from under represented communities to sailing. The crew highlights a growing emphasis on inclusivity and youth leadership in South African sailing.