News Bulletin of 29 May 2025, 12pm

The Gauteng Department of Health has welcomed the injection of much needed financial resources, in order to tackle the ongoing challenges posed by aging machinery and equipment across hospitals.

The Gauteng Department of Health has been allocated R100 million by the National Department of Health for the 2025/26 financial year, to support its recapitalization programme which aims to refurbish and replace outdated critical equipment and machinery in hospitals.

The MEC for Health and Wellness Nomantu Nkomo-Rale Hoko says work has commenced with the refurbishment of theatres at the Carletonville and Bheki Mlangeni hospitals.

The Department of Tourism has welcomed the success of the Digital Trusted Tour Operator Scheme which has brought over 11 000 tourists from China and India to South Africa in just three months.

The department says the scheme is a testament to what is possible when government works hand-in-hand with the private sector to remove barriers and unlock economic potential.

The Tourim Minister Leon Schreiber says “Tourism is one of our nation’s most vital sectors for inclusive growth.

919 FM is inviting listeners to submit their creative ideas on how to improve the City of Johannesburg.

From safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping, to addressing the issue of widespread littering within the community.
The station is partnering with Sandton based businesses to give away R2500 for the best idea.

WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919 to share your ideas and listen to 919 throughout the week to hear the best ideas live on air.

Winners will be announced at the end of May.