News Bulletin of 24 September 2025, 7am

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City of Johannesburg hosts 9th silent walk & run
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The City of Johannesburg in partnership with the Neema Foundation for the Deaf hosted the 9th Annual Silent Walk & Run at the Marks Park Sports Club in Emmarentia, attracting more than 2000 participants.

The event forms part of the International Month for Deaf People, which aims to shine a spotlight on the challenges faced by the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
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South Africa commemorates International Day of Sign Languages
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The Deputy Minister for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Steve Letsike commemorated the international day for sign languages yesterday.

The Pan South African Language Board along with other social partners participated in observing the day, which aims to raise awareness, promote the rights of deaf individuals and preserve linguistic and cultural diversity.

The United Nations designated the 23rd of September as International Sign Language Day to raise awareness of the importance of sign language in the full recognition of the human rights of Deaf people.
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WC Education Department urges support for Matric learners
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The Western Cape Education Department has urged the public to prioritise matric candidates in the lead-up to the final exam period.

The 2025 National Senior Certificate exams are set to begin on the 21st of October.
Western Cape Education MEC David Maynier says matric teachers, tutors and officials have been working tirelessly to prepare the learners for the final stretch of their school journey.

Maynier says nearly 22,000 matrics attended 'Back on Track' winter school during the mid-year holidays, which took place in all eight education districts in the province.
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South Africa and Brazil sign agreement to boost agricultural ties
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South Africa and Brazil have signed a Memorandum of Intent to strengthen ties in farming and agriculture.

The signing took place at the G20 Agriculture Working Group Ministerial Meeting in Somerset West, in the Western Cape.
The MoI provides a framework for sharing expertise, training programmes and joint conferences.

The agreement provides for strategic trade facilitation, including trade missions and exhibitions, aimed at creating new market opportunities for both countries.
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