News Bulletin of 30 July 2025, 6am

Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has emphasised the importance of African countries developing their own mineral processing industries.
He warned against exporting raw materials to countries that impose high tariffs on finished goods.
Speaking at the ongoing G20 Critical Minerals Stakeholder Engagement in Johannesburg, Mantashe called for intention in realizing that Africa has the potential to play a pivotal role meeting the global demand for critical minerals on the just energy transition:
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A Durban safehouse supporting survivors of gender-based violence has secured a reliable water supply thanks to a generous donation.
The Domino Foundation's Othandweni safehouse has received a 5000-litre water tank, installed by a partner organisation.
The consistent water supply will help meet daily needs, restore dignity, and enable a planned vegetable tunnel project
The safehouse provides a haven for women enrolled in the foundation's Restore and Release programmes.
This initiative will provide practical horticulture skills and potential income opportunities for the women.

The Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary and Good Work Foundation are empowering the next generation of conservation leaders through innovative tablet-based learning programs.
This as World Nature Conservation Day, observed every year on July 28, raises global awareness about the need to protect and preserve the environment.
The day celebrates powerful connections, between technology, people, and the planet, reaffirming a collective commitment to a future where all three can thrive together.
The 2 organisations are putting innovation into practice to equip children in Mpumalanga with digital tools and interactive learning programs, empowering them to become future conservation leaders.