News Bulletin of 4 July 2026, 7am

Gautrain and PRASA partner for Springboks match-day
The Gautrain rail service has partnered with PRASA to offer integrated match-day transport services for the upcoming Springboks vs. England match at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg next week.

Match-goers can travel on the Gautrain to Park Station before connecting to a PRASA train to the
Ellis Park stadium.

Extended train services will also be provided after the match, with the final PRASA train departing from the Ellis Park Station at 9pm, and the last Gautrain leaving Park Station at 9:30pm.
Sandton and Gauteng
TMPD honours officers for outstanding service
The Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department held a formal certificate ceremony to recognise its members for their outstanding service, dedication and commitment to the safety of the community.

The ceremony was led by the TMPD's Chief of Police Commissioner Yolande Faro and other top departmental Management.

The leadership praised the recipients for their hard work and encouraged all officers to continue striving for excellence in their service to the residents of Tshwane.
Sandton and Gauteng
Dr John Kani champions South African literature
South African performing arts legend, Dr John Kani, participated in the Literature Festival at the 52nd National Arts Festival in Makhanda, where writers gathered to promote South African languages and strengthen the local publishing industry.

Discussions centred on preserving indigenous languages and supporting authors in publishing their work.

The festival held masterclasses that aimed to equip emerging authors with practical and financial skills to help sustain their writing careers.
South Africa
Financial Indicators
South Africa named world's friendliest country
South Africa has been named the friendliest country in the world according to a global study by financial services provider Remitly.

The Rainbow Nation has secured the top spot, outshining famous hospitality hotspots such as Greece, Croatia and Mexico.

Researchers surveyed over 3 000 people across 27 countries, using the "agreeableness" section of the widely recognised Big Five Personality Test.
South Africa scored 34.63 out of 40.

Participants were assessed on qualities such as concern for others, the willingness to help and the ability to put people at ease.

The study noted that navigating social life in South Africa is made easier by the country's cultural diversity.

97% of South African respondents declared their own nation to be the friendliest in the world.
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