News Bulletin of 4 September 2025, 6pm

The Tshwane University of Technology recently hosted the Ntombazana Women’s Empowerment Seminar, bringing together students, academics, and renowned personalities including DJ Zinhle and actress Rami Chuene.
The event focused on inspiring female students to embrace their potential, navigate challenges, and pursue excellence.
Interactive panel discussions and practical workshops offered guidance on personal growth, relationships, vision-setting, and resilience.
DJ Zinhle and Rami Chuene closed the seminar with motivational addresses, sharing life lessons and encouragement.
Organisers said the event highlighted TUT’s commitment to empowering women and creating spaces where students can learn, grow, and lead with confidence.

Cape Town’s biggest 24-hour community cycle challenge will take place on the 6th and 7th of September, raising funds for the VUSA Rugby & Learning Academy in Langa.
The event will bring together schools, families and corporate teams to pedal for a purpose, aiming to raise R1 million for children aged 4 to 13.
Funds will support literacy programmes, academic and psychosocial care and the completion of a new VUSA hub with safe learning spaces, a reading garden and a kitchen. Since 2021, the cycle challenge has raised nearly R2.75 million, transforming the lives of hundreds of children.
Organisers say everyone can contribute by cycling or donating online and every lap will help children move closer to brighter futures.

Stellenbosch University and regional partners have launched the SAT-CARe project to ensure tree planting in Southern Africa is strategic and sustainable.
The initiative aims to create an open-access digital toolkit to help farmers, urban planners, and policymakers choose the right indigenous trees for specific ecosystems.
Using climate, soil, and species data, SAT-CARe will support reforestation, urban greening, ecological restoration, and local livelihoods while avoiding water shortages and biodiversity loss. Iconic African trees like baobab, marula, and yellowwood will be central to the project’s guidance.
The initiative also empowers African researchers and communities to lead climate adaptation efforts, providing locally grounded solutions that balance environmental protection with social and economic needs.