News Bulletin of 23 July 2025, 4pm

After three years of community advocacy, a four-way stop has been installed at the intersection of Platina and Robyn roads in Fourways.
The new traffic measure aims to improve safety and ease traffic flow at this busy junction.
Ward 115 councillor Mark Van der Merwe thanked residents for their persistence in pushing for the upgrade.
Recent inspections showed that visibility issues made the intersection less safe, leading to the decision to add the stop signs.
The new four-way stop is expected to create a safer and more orderly crossing for motorists and pedestrians alike.
Van der Merwe encouraged drivers to respect the new signage to keep the area safe for everyone.

South Africa has been named the world’s top wine tourism destination for 2025 by Titan Travel.
The country scored highly for its affordability, with wine tastings and tours available at accessible prices.
South Africa offers over 270 different wine tours, attracting growing interest from wine lovers worldwide.
Popular regions like Stellenbosch and Franschhoek are celebrated for their beautiful landscapes and rich wine heritage.
Portugal came second, while Italy took third place.
This recognition highlights South Africa’s rising appeal as a must-visit spot for wine enthusiasts.

The Johannesburg Roads Agency says repairs to Lilian Ngoyi Street in the Johannesburg CBD are progressing well.
Seventy-seven percent of the work has been completed on the 1.8 kilometre stretch, which was damaged by a gas explosion two years ago.
Despite earlier delays, the city is confident the road will reopen by 31 August.
JRA CEO Zweli Nyathi says their catch-up plan has worked and the project is back on track.
The Democratic Alliance’s Solly Msimanga has raised questions about the pace of work, but the city maintains that progress is steady.
Once the road is complete, phase two will begin, focusing on cleaning and beautifying the area.