News Bulletin of 25 September 2025, 8am

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Sandton SPCA to host an exclusive fundraiser event on October 5
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The Sandton SPCA, in collaboration with the Johannesburg Opera, is calling on music and theatre lovers to enjoy Broadway magic while supporting vulnerable animals in need.
On October-5, the Villa Simonne Boutique Hotel will host an exclusive afternoon fundraiser, featuring a captivating blend of music, glamour, and goodwill.
Headlining the event is internationally acclaimed tenor Phenye Modiane, whose powerful voice will bring beloved Broadway classics and musical show-stoppers to life.
Sandton SPCA committee member Florence Thom says proceeds from every ticket sold will go directly to supporting the SPCA’s operations across greater Sandton, helping to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals facing neglect, cruelty, or abandonment.
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Heritage Day used to promote One Million Trees Campaign
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The government has used Heritage Day to promote the "One Million Trees Campaign".
The campaign is part of a boost to President Cyril Ramaphosa's Ten Million Trees Programme, which aims to plant 10-million trees over 5-years, through the National Greening Programme.
Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Deputy Minister, Bernice Swarts says by working together, the nation can create a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future:
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Minister Zikalala to address a skills development outreach today
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Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala will address a skills development outreach in Ndwedwe, near Durban, today.
The programme, themed ‘Investing in Youth: Skills, Jobs and Business Opportunities for Tomorrow,‘ will tackle skills shortages in the built sector.
It will also provide career guidance, entrepreneurship support, and skills development opportunities for learners and out-of-school youth.
Industry leaders will join Zikalala to highlight business and investment opportunities in the property and built environment.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.33 to the US Dollar, 23.30 to the British Pound, and 20.34 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,766.08 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 69.13 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 111,672.00.
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SA and Bazil sign MoI to strengthen ties in farming and agriculture
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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 the Western Cape last week.
The M-o-I 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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