News Bulletin of 4 September 2025, 10am

The National Treasury has reported significant progress in its smart meter rollout, with 67,000 smart meters already installed across 18 municipalities during the last financial year.
The project is part of a R2 billion government initiative targeting a total of 71-municipalities in 3-years, to help the metros with high Eskom debt.
By installing the smart meters the aim is to improve revenue collection, reduce electricity loses and give consumers real-time data on usage empowering them to manage their own consumption more effectively.
Director for local government at the national treasury, Sadesh Ramtaran says the program is already showing positive results:
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The IIE's Varsity College Waterfall campus hosted a series of events last month, focusing on women empowerment and unity.
A highlight was a dynamic self-defence class, which equipped students with practical techniques and safety strategies to protect themselves.
The session, organized by the VC Cares volunteer committee, also provided access to free counselling services and women's support groups on campus.
Students praised the initiative, with one attendee, Thatelo Motsokwane, calling it incredibly empowering and expressing gratitude for the campus's investment in women's safety and empowerment.

Seseko, in partnership with Microsoft, has successfully completed a Girls in ICT Bootcamp in Zeerust, North West, empowering 1,000 female students from four local schools.
The week-long initiative introduced girls to future-focused technologies like AI, IoT, and robotics, building their digital literacy, problem-solving skills, and confidence in STEM fields.
Teachers were also equipped with training to integrate 4IR concepts into their classrooms, while schools received learning resources and ongoing support.