News Bulletin of 27 October 2025, 1pm

The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, officially opened the new SAQA House in Hillcrest, Pretoria on Friday.
The event coincided with the South African Qualifications Authority’s 30th anniversary, marking a renewed focus on excellence, integrity, and inclusiveness in education and training.
Since its establishment in 1995, SAQA has developed and maintained the National Qualifications Framework, recognising all forms of learning and transforming South Africa’s education system.
The new headquarters will support digital credentialing, international partnerships, and ongoing efforts to ensure equitable access to education.
SAQA CEO Nadia Starr described the building as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and thought leadership, reflecting the organisation’s mission to empower citizens and align education with global standards.

The City of Cape Town has opened two new MyCiTi bus depots between Khayelitsha and Mitchell’s Plain.
The depots are located at the corner of Spine Road and Mew Way.
They include mechanical workshops, refuelling stations, and underground infrastructure for charging electric buses.
The project is part of the city’s plan to extend the MyCiTi service to Wynberg and Claremont.
The new depots will support improved routes and easier commuting for residents in the southeast of the metro.

Green Sea Turtles have been reclassified from “Endangered” to “Least Concern” on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List.
The change follows decades of global conservation work that has helped restore their numbers in many regions.
Experts say ongoing protection is still crucial, as sea turtles remain vulnerable to fishing bycatch, poaching, plastic pollution, and habitat loss.
Climate change also continues to threaten nesting beaches and food sources.
Conservation groups warn that the species’ recovery depends on continued international efforts to protect turtles and their habitats.