News Bulletin of 24 October 2025, 11am

Deputy president Paul Mashatile has pledged that South Africa’s Presidency of the G20 will drive a strong Global South agenda, focused on debt relief, inclusive growth, and sustainable development.
This comes as many vulnerable low and middle-income countries face high financing costs, large external refinancing needs, and a significant outflow of private capital.
Mashatile says South Africa will push for a fairer global financial system and tackle debt sustainability, with a particular emphasis on Africa.

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.

Over the recent school holidays, ballet activations were hosted in various communities in the Western Cape, attracting more than 200-young people.
This is an initiative between the City of Cape Town’s Community Services and Health Directorate and the Cape Town City Ballet.
Community Services and Health Mayoral committee member, Francine Higham, says the outreach initiative aims to make ballet more accessible through inclusive dance experiences:
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