News Bulletin of 28 November 2025, 5pm

Nearly 3 000 early learning practitioners gathered at the Orlando East Community Hall for SmartStarters Unite, a provincial celebration recognising their role in providing early learning in low-income communities.
SmartStart trains and supports community members to run early learning programmes from homes and local venues, helping children who might otherwise miss out.
The non-profit initiative, independent from government, works with partners to expand access to early learning across the province.
The event also featured stories from practitioners and highlighted ongoing provincial celebrations leading up to a national broadcast later this month.

The Electronic Recycling Association is helping South Africans recycle almost any electronic device safely and responsibly.
The non-profit accepts items from electric toys and drills to microwaves, televisions and cell phones, with over 400 collection points nationwide and plans to expand further.
ERA CEO Ashley explains how they take custody of The waste.

Uruguay has transitioned almost entirely to renewable energy by prioritising economic benefits over environmental targets.
The government removed fossil fuel subsidies and opened long-term utility contracts to competition, attracting around $6 billion in investment.
The shift created about 50 000 jobs and lowered electricity costs by 20 percent.
Today, Uruguay’s energy mix combines wind, solar, hydropower, and biomass, demonstrating that large-scale renewable transitions can succeed when driven by cost savings and job creation.