News Bulletin of 27 May 2025, 1pm

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MEC Chiloane Announces 2026 Online Process
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Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, announced the official start date and process for the 2026 online admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 at public schools in the province.
The announcement took place today at Greenside High School in Johannesburg.
He highlighted improvements made to the system to ensure a smoother and faster experience for parents and guardians.
Chiloane encouraged families to prepare all required documents early and follow the step-by-step guide that will be available on the department’s website.
This positive development aims to avoid past delays and help learners get placed in schools on time, giving parents peace of mind ahead of the 2026 academic year.
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MEC Ramokgopa to Empower Orange Farm Families
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In honour of World Hunger Day tomorrow, Gauteng MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, will bring much-needed support to the Orange Farm community.
The MEC will be handing over farming tools and seeds to over 100 local farmers and food parcels to 50 vulnerable families.
Under the theme “Sowing Seeds of Resilience,” the event aims to fight hunger and promote long-term food security.
The day’s programme will include the launch of food gardens, grocery pack handovers, and training to help families grow their own food.
This initiative demonstrates the department’s strong commitment to building sustainable communities and tackling food insecurity across Gauteng.
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Repo Rate Cut Could Lower Bond Payments
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South African homeowners could get welcome good news this Thursday, as the South African Reserve Bank is expected to announce another repo rate cut during its upcoming meeting.
Economists are hopeful, especially since the bank has already lowered the rate three times since July 2024.
If the rate drops again, it would reduce interest on home loans, meaning lower monthly bond repayments for many South Africans.
This move could help ease the financial pressure on households, with average property owners possibly saving hundreds of rands in the coming months.
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