News Bulletin of 3 October 2025, 12pm

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SAPS Gets major resource boost
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Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia, along with the National Commissioner of Police, General Fannie Masemola, and other top police officials, are handing over helicopters and armoured vehicles to specialised units within the organisation today.
The handover ceremony, held in Pretoria, aims to enhance the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation and other units' operational capacity to combat serious crimes.
National Police Spokesperson Athlenda Mathe says this investment supports investigators and provides essential tools for effective law enforcement and community safety:
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Gauteng launches "Bakae – Ke Moja" campaign to support recovering substance users
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The Gauteng Social Development Department is today launching the "Bakae – Ke Moja" campaign in the Western Corridor.
The initiative aims to reconnect with substance users who have completed rehabilitation and aftercare programs, tracking their progress and supporting their reintegration into society.
Through the campaign, beneficiaries will be linked to skills development and training opportunities, empowering them to rebuild their lives.
Officials say the initiative will strengthen the government's fight against substance abuse by providing sustained support and meaningful opportunities for those in recovery.
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Hollywood Foundation Iqhawe Week starts next week
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The Hollywood Foundation Iqhawe Week, a premier grassroots rugby development tournament, kicks off next week Monday and runs until Friday in Oudtshoorn.
This event brings together South Africa's top U-15 boys and girls rugby talent for a week of intense competition and development.
The tournament is part of a larger development pipeline, where players progress from the SA Rugby Legends Vuka programme to the Legends Cup and ultimately to Iqhawe Week, with many going on to achieve success in provincial rugby and Varsity Cup.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

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

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 64.83 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 120,377.00.
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WhatsApp is introduces Translate button
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WhatsApp is introducing a new translation feature that lets users tap a "Translate" button to view messages in their preferred language.
The new feature helps users connect more freely by breaking down language barriers across its 3-billion users in 180-countries.
Translations are currently available in six languages on Android, including English, Spanish, Russian, and Arabic, while iPhone users will have access to over 19 languages from the start.
The rollout will begin with a select number of languages, with additional translations to be introduced.
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Local: 83 words (34%), National: 164 words (66%), International: 0 words (0%)