News Bulletin of 23 October 2025, 9am

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The City is ready for 28th edition of the Ride Joburg cycling challenge
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The City of Johannesburg is ready to host the 28th edition of the Ride Joburg cycling challenge, taking place this Sunday.
The event, taking place at the FNB Stadium, is set to attract thousands of cyclists from around the world to a 97-kilometer route showcasing the city's landmarks.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for participants and spectators, the City will implement full road closures from 03:00 to 17:00, with eight refreshment stations, medical points, and emergency teams strategically placed along the route.
The city's Executive Mayor, Dada Morero, commended the organisers, volunteers, and City officials for their commitment to delivering another successful event.
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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.
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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Cape Town expands MyCiTi bus operations
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Cape Town's Urban Mobility Mayoral Committee Member Rob Quintas has expressed enthusiasm for expanding the MyCiTi bus operation.
Quintas confirmed that the city is set to introduce electric buses to its MyCiTi service by 2027, as part of Phase 2A, which will expand the bus service to connect commuters from Khayelitsha, Mitchells Plain, and other communities across the metro-south east with Claremont and Wynberg.
He has emphasized that the city's commitment to transitioning to electric or alternative-fuel-powered vehicles by 2050, aligning with Cape Town's Climate Change Action Plan:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.39 to the US Dollar, 23.22 to the British Pound, and 20.19 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,132.69 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 64.51 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 110,209.00.
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Kanye West to take the stage in SA for one-night-only show
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The "Ye Live in South Africa" concert, presented by Monyake Group, Jay Carson & Co, and Ticketpro, will take place on Saturday, December 13th, at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg.
Organisers say Kanye West's team has already visited South Africa to finalise contracts and inspect the venue.
Tickets for the show, priced between R850 and R4865, are highly anticipated to sell out quickly, given that this will be Ye's only performance in Africa for 2025.
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