News Bulletin of 27 July 2025, 12pm

Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe will host the G20 Critical Minerals Stakeholder Engagement on Tuesday, 29 July 2025, at the Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel, Sandton, from 09h00 to 14h00.
Under the theme “Harnessing Critical Minerals for Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development,” the event will outline the G20 Critical Minerals Framework and promote collaboration between government, industry, labour, and the public.

The City of Tshwane, in partnership with the Children’s Flight organisation, marked the 10th anniversary of the Children’s Flight initiative, at the Wonderboom National Airport in Pretoria.More than 1,000 children from various care centres and under-resourced communities were given the opportunity to experience the thrill of flight — many for the very first time, through the support of over 175 sponsors.
The event aims to provide life-changing experiences for children from various care centers.

Airbus has launched a new service centre in Johannesburg, expanding its presence in Africa to better support the region’s aviation industry. Building on nearly 50 years of partnership, the hub offers technical assistance, engineering and maintenance solutions, fleet performance analysis, and training services.
Gabriel Semelas, Airbus President for the Middle East and Africa, says the centre strengthens local capabilities and boosts connectivity across the continent, promoting safer, more efficient air travel and supporting economic growth.