News Bulletin of 28 November 2025, 2pm

Johannesburg City Parks has removed months-old debris from Lonehill Park, restoring the area for local residents to enjoy.
The clean-up, which began on 21 November, addressed leftover material from previous maintenance work that had remained in the park for several months.
Ward 94 councillor David Foley monitored the process to ensure the site was properly cleared and maintained.
Residents say the effort has made the park more accessible and safer, showing how consistent oversight and follow-up can improve community spaces.

South African pool champion Kyle Akaloo has made history by winning all six national pool championships in a single season, achieving the country’s first Grand Slam in cue sports.
The 35-year-old from Malvern secured victories in the 9 Ball and Straight Pool Championships in April, the Heyball Championship in May, the 8 Ball Championship in August, and capped the season with wins in the Bank Pool and 10 Ball championships last weekend.
Akaloo, who is preparing for the Heyball African Open in Egypt, is also the only player in South Africa to hold simultaneous number one rankings in both pool and snooker.

Ghanaian singer and songwriter Messiah4L has been announced as the latest artist to join Apple Music’s Up Next programme in Ghana.
The initiative highlights emerging talent and provides a platform for artists to reach a wider audience. Messiah4L has drawn attention with his debut EP You Ate Me, which blends Afro-soul, drill, and global influences while exploring themes of love, desire, and emotional intensity.
As part of the programme, he will be featured on Apple Music’s Up Next playlist, joining a growing list of artists who have gone on to achieve international recognition.