News Bulletin of 23 June 2025, 1pm

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RedFest Dazzles Sandton with Art, Laughter & Local Talent
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RedFest 2025 lit up Sandton with colour, laughter, and creativity as children’s artwork stood proudly next to professional masterpieces.
From Thursday to Sunday, people of all ages came to see over 20 theatre shows—including funny comedies, magical children’s plays, moving dramas, and brand-new premieres.
The festival took place in Sandton, where bright lights, music, and excited chatter filled the air.
The opening night, filled with dance, applause, and joy, set the stage for a weekend that celebrated community, talent, and the beauty of storytelling.
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Africa’s Young Trailblazers Shine at Yoba 2025
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On the night of June 21, 2025, Africa’s brightest young business minds were celebrated at the Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards (Yoba), held at the stylish Luxx Venue in Sandton, Johannesburg.
The red carpet shimmered as hundreds of guests arrived to honour youth-led brands shaking up the continent in areas like tech, food, art, health, and more.
The awards, started in 2022 by youth leader Pat Mahlangu, have grown into a powerful stage for young African changemakers.
The night sparkled with pride, applause, and purpose—showing just how far Africa’s youth are going in building the future.
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MEC Maile Unveils Game-Changing Municipal Report at JSE
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MEC Lebogang Maile proudly launched Gauteng’s first-ever Municipal Economic Review and Outlook report at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
Developed in partnership with Ernst & Young, the MERO is a powerful tool that gives a full picture of Gauteng’s municipalities—covering jobs, crime, health, education, and the economy.
It helps leaders and investors make smart, data-driven decisions to unlock growth, improve services, and uplift communities.
MEC Maile described the launch as a positive step forward for Gauteng, highlighting the province’s commitment to evidence-based planning and stronger partnerships that build a better, more inclusive future for all.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 0.00 to the US Dollar, 0.00 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 77.86 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 101,406.00.
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Turn Your Voice Note Into R2500 with 919 FM’s City Fix Challenge
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919 FM is inviting listeners to share their innovative ideas on improving the City of Johannesburg.

From safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.
The station is partnering with Sandton based businesses to give away R2500 for the best idea.

WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919 to share your ideas, and listen 919 throughout the week to hear the best ideas live on air.
Winners will be announced at the end of the month.
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