News Bulletin of 30 October 2025, 8am

Soweto Tourism hosted a clean-up and tree-planting campaign in White City last week.
The initiative, now in its fourth edition, has donated trees to 50 schools and aims to reach 100.
Community members and government stakeholders joined forces to promote environmental responsibility and reduce littering, inspiring long-term change in Soweto.
The campaign aims to inspire lasting eco-awareness in Soweto.

Moody’s Ratings has given Johannesburg a cautious vote of confidence, praising its strong financial performance and solid management despite deep political instability and ageing infrastructure.
Analysts noted steady operating margins, moderate debt, and a resilient, diverse economy.
Moody’s still affirmed Joburg’s Ba3 rating with a stable outlook, recognising its economic might as it prepares to host the G20 Summit in November 2025.

The German government has backed an increase in the minimum wage to 291-rand per hour, the largest hike since the country adopted a minimum wage a decade ago.
The increase will come in two stages.
Germany's Labour Minister says six-million employees will receive noticeably more for their work and companies can responsibly spread the rising costs over two years.
The two-stage increase was recommended back in June by economists, trade union leaders and representatives from business and employer groups.