News Bulletin of 24 June 2025, 1pm

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Ciara Cleland Shines Gold!
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Nine-year-old Ciara Cleland from Bre-scia House School has made waves in the world of gymnastics, dazzling crowds at the Central Gauteng Gymnastics Association’s Gauteng Festival.
Ciara delivered a graceful and powerful routine that earned her a shining gold medal and the top spot in her category.
She was also honoured with the prestigious Junior Gauteng Colours, a special award recognising her hard work and passion.
The moment sparked pure pride for her school, her family, and young athletes everywhere.
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Bread Prices Frozen!
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South Africans can smile at the news that bread prices won’t be going up.
This comes after the Department of Agriculture’s decision to cancel Leaf Services' role in grain inspections.
Since 2016, farmers had raised concerns about high costs, with Grain SA warning it could have cost them over R600 million.
After years, their voices were finally heard.
The move protects both local producers and everyday consumers, marking a step toward fairer, more sustainable food systems in South Africa.
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Cardi B Drops Album Date!
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Cardi B is making her grand return! The chart-topping rapper has announced that her second album, Am I the Drama?, will officially drop on September 19.
It’s been nearly seven years since her explosive debut Invasion of Privacy shook the music world, and now, she's ready to take the spotlight once again.
Cardi revealed the big news with a dramatic album cover showing her poised in black, surrounded by crows — bold, fierce, and unapologetically her.
She’s already stirred excitement with her latest single Outside, giving fans a taste of her evolution.
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Financial Indicators headline
Financial Indicators
Financial indicators
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 69.47 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 105,309.00.
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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.
Split analysis
Local: 80 words (32%), National: 80 words (32%), International: 92 words (37%)