News Bulletin of 27 October 2025, 6am

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PRASA Seeks Private Partners to Modernise South Africa’s Rail System
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The government has launched a series of requests for information to attract private sector ideas and investment aimed at modernising South Africa’s passenger rail system.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announced the initiative in Pretoria yesterday, highlighting its importance in making rail a cornerstone of the country's transport and logistics network.
The request seeks private sector ideas on various areas, including fare collection, depot management, and commercializing PRASA's fibre network for better digital connectivity;
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FoodForward SA & Marriott International join forces to combat hunger in SA
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Marriott International recently joined forces with FoodForward SA to help address one of South Africa’s most pressing challenges: food insecurity.
The partnership resulted in over 25 Marriott volunteers from six hotels packing boxes of staple groceries at FFSA facilities in Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Each 20-kilogram box feeds a family of four for a month, helping redirect surplus food to those who need it most.
Marriott International’s Dorcas Dlamini Mbele says this initiative forms part of their global commitment to sustainability and community impact.
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2025/2026 cruise season underway in Nelson Mandela Bay
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The 2025/2026 cruise season is officially underway in Nelson Mandela Bay, with international and domestic liners docking at the city's harbour.
This marks the beginning of the December tourism rush, which is expected to attract thousands of visitors and boost the local economy.
Officials anticipate a strong season, positioning the city as a key player in the global cruise industry.
NMB Mayor, Babalwa Lobishe:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.25 to the US Dollar, 22.96 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.29 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 115,551.00.
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2026 GRAMMYs nominations to be announced in November
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Nominations for the 2026 GRAMMYs will be announced Friday, the 7th of November 2025.
Several African artists are in the running, highlighting the continent's vibrant music scene.
Nigerian superstars Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Ayra Starr lead the pack, alongside South Africa's own Tyla, who made history earlier this year.
The Recording Academy will begin voting soon, with the full list of nominees expected to be announced in November.
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony will take place on February 1, 2026
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