News Bulletin of 30 August 2025, 1pm

The City of Johannesburg has launched South Africa’s first Integrated Spatial Data Platform and Spatial Plan Management System, consolidating spatial data from all departments into a single, user-friendly digital platform.
The initiative enables advanced analysis, evidence-based planning, and real-time data sharing, enhancing transparency, accountability, and service delivery.
The city’s Virgil James says the platforms mark a major step in Johannesburg’s Smart City journey, fostering collaboration, citizen engagement, and efficient urban development:
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Sibongile Mongadi's Uku Hamba from Gauteng took second place at the 2025 Standard Bank Kasi SME National Pitch Challenge.
The top spot went to Colin Mkosi from Cape Town who walked away with R200,000 for his innovative Cloudy Deliveries, which uses bicycles for local deliveries.
The Western Cape's Lusapho Njine's Hygiene Services came third.
Standard Bank's Naledzani Mosomane praised all participants for their impressive entrepreneurial spirit:
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The Fourways High School boys' U19 soccer team has emerged victorious at the Camp Discovery Soccer Tournament.
The tournament unites top schools nationwide, giving young soccer talents a platform to excel.
Despite a tough start, the team demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination, ultimately defeating all opponents to claim the top spot.
Key player Thabo Siziba hailed the win as crucial, proving they could overcome challenges and achieve their goal.