News Bulletin of 29 December 2025, 9am

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Morningside Bowls Club excels at district, provincial and national levels
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The Morningside Bowls Club has cemented its status as one of the Johannesburg Bowling Association’s top-performing clubs, delivering strong performances at district, provincial and national competitions.

The achievements earned Morningside the JBA District Club of the Year title.

The club’s bowlers dominated district events, achieving eight gold, five silver and ten bronze medals across multiple formats.

The club says 2025 has been defined by strong results, growing community engagement and continued support from long-standing sponsors.
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Eastern Cape coastlines record increased activity
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The festive season has brought renewed energy to the Eastern Cape coastline, with beaches filling up as holidaymakers make the most of the summer break.

Visitor numbers began to rise following inclement weather in the area last week, while sunny conditions have continued to attract beachgoers in Gqeberha.

The province is home to several beaches that carry the prestigious Blue Flag status.
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The Deputy President emphasizes courage and unity as pillars of the nation
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Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa’s greatest strength lies in the unity, resilience and courage of its people.

Mashatile noted that 2025 once again showed that South Africa’s true strength lies not in government institutions, but in its people.

The Deputy President said South Africa’s true wealth lies not in its minerals, but in the grit and determination of its people.

Reflecting on national progress, Mashatile said the country had continued to demonstrate the spirit of Ubuntu through both challenges and achievements.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.65 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,532.68 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 89,683.00.
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Bafana Bafana gear up for final Group B clash against Zimbabwe
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Bafana Bafana have continued their preparations ahead of their final Group B match against neighbours Zimbabwe.

South Africa require a win or at least a draw against the Brave Warriors in order to book their place in the next round of the competition.

The match will be played tomorrow evening at the Marrakech Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 6pm.
Both teams wrapped up preparations with their final training sessions held last night.
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