News Bulletin of 3 November 2025, 9am

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Motorists urged to renew their vehicle licence discs
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Motorists are urged to renew their vehicle licence discs before finalizing their travel plans, as the festive season draws close.
With millions of discs are set to expire in November and December, the Road Traffic Management Corporation is sending reminders to registered motorists and encourages using its online platform for convenient renewal.
For added convenience motorists can access the renewal platform directly through their banking apps.
RTMC warns that driving with an expired disc is illegal and can lead to fines or the impoundment of the vehicle.
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Airlink to use its Embraer E195-E2 aircraft to operate on Johannesburg-Zanzibar route
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South African airline Airlink has announced the launch of a new route from Johannesburg-Zanzibar in June 2026, with tickets now available for purchase.
The Tanzanian island has seen a steady increase in visitor numbers from South Africa in recent years.
The airline will operate its Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, which accommodates up to 136 passengers, on a twice-weekly schedule.
The schedule allows passengers from across South Africa and the SADC region to connect via Johannesburg, while facilitating onward connections on partner airlines globally.
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Eco-Logic Awards held in Cape Town
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Cape Town hosted the Eco-Logic Awards last week, celebrating individuals, organisations, and businesses making a difference for the planet.
The 14th edition recognised leaders in 12 categories, including climate change solutions, water conservation, circular economy, eco-fashion, and community programmes.
The ceremony also highlighted Eco-Angels, Eco-Warriors, and concluded with a Lifetime Achievement Award for Dr Mavuso Msimang, a conservation leader whose work has shaped South Africa’s environmental efforts.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.31 to the US Dollar, 22.77 to the British Pound, and 19.97 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,001.82 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 65.05 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 107,565.00.
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Rwanda front-runner in utilizing data and AI to develop smart cities
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Rwanda is emerging as one of Africa's front-runners in using data and artificial intelligence to build smart, inclusive, and sustainable cities.
From digital permits to AI-powered urban planning, Kigali and other secondary cities, are redefining what it means to live in a connected community.
Officials say Rwanda's smart city journey is powered by data and innovation to shape lifestyle
Alice Higiro is the Smart Cities Director and from the Ministry of ICT and Innovation:
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