News Bulletin of 24 October 2025, 10am

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G20 ‘dry run’ to disrupt traffic routes in Joburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni
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Motorists in Tshwane, Johannesburg, and Ekurhuleni are warned to brace themselves for major traffic disruptions today and tomorrow.
This comes as authorities prepare for operational readiness ahead of the upcoming G20 Leaders’ Summit next month.
High-security routes -including the N1, N3, N12, M1, R21, R24, and R512 will be affected.
The operation will result in temporary road closures, lane restrictions, and rolling traffic stops between 9-am and 1-pm today, and between 8am and 2pm tomorrow.
The joint operation involves the Road Traffic Management Corporation, the South African Police Service and various metro police departments.
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Maharaj sisters set to shine in Chess Championship
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3-talented sisters from Sandton, Anaamika, Arya, and Aditi Maharaj, are representing Gauteng at the Mzansi Inter-Provincial Chess Championship in Gqeberha this December.
The siblings have impressed with their skills, earning top spots in national and international tournaments, including the South African Junior Closed Chess Championships and the Tambo Soncini Games in Italy.
The Maharaj sisters are now seeking funding for entry fees, transport, and accommodation to attend Mzansi Inter-Provincial Chess Championship.
Anaamika says the sisters are thrilled and proud to represent Gauteng, feeling their hard work and dedication have paid off.
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Community comes together for Basketball Wellness Day in Florida Road
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The Florida Road community in Durban gathered last Saturday for a fun-filled day of sport, wellness, and local culture at the Florida Road basketball court.
The inaugural Basketball Wellness Day, brought people together for a day of basketball, food, live music, and wellness activities.
The event, hosted in partnership with the Florida Road UIP and the NPO Peace Players, featured a range of wellness stands where attendees could access free advice and services from physiotherapists, psychologists, and accountants.
The well-attended event aimed to promote community engagement, health, and well-being, while showcasing the area's vibrant culture.
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Financial Indicators
Financial indicators
Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.32 to the US Dollar, 23.08 to the British Pound, and 20.11 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,090.49 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.01 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 110,986.00.
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Table Mountain National Park honours park ranger
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The Table Mountain National Park in the Cape Peninsula has honoured park ranger, James Minye , for his skills.
Minye is highly talented in reading and translating imprints on the ground.
His tracing skills have led to the arrest of criminals who target visitors at the park.
He says it is a talent that cannot be taught at school but is sharpened by experience:
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