News Bulletin of 5 August 2025, 10am

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Joburg Develops Policy to Regulate E-Hailing Services
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A new E-Hailing Management Policy is being developed for Johannesburg to guide how e-hailing and scooter delivery services operate.
E-hailing has transformed urban mobility by providing convenient and efficient transportation alternatives, contributing to economic growth and job creation, but also presenting challenges due to its rapid growth.
The City's E-Hailing Policy aims for inclusive, sustainable, and integrated e-hailing services.
To participate in the stakeholder engagement process Joburgers are encouraged to register on Joburgehailingpolicy@nma.org.za.
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Children's Hospital Trust Brings World-Class Burns Care to Cape Winelands
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The Children's Hospital Trust has opened new burns units in the Cape Winelands in collaboration with the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness.
The Trust has invested R18 million to set up burns units at Ceres Hospital, Worcester Hospital, and Worcester Community Day Centre, bringing life-saving care closer to rural communities.
Provincial Health and Wellness Minister Mireille Wenge says the new units will enable children to receive specialized support without having to travel far from home and family.
The initiative aims to provide hope and healing to children in the region, mirroring the world-class burns care provided at the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital.
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Wheelchair Tennis Star Hands Over Multipurpose Tennis Court
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Wheelchair tennis multiple grand slam winner, Kgothatso Montjane, has handed over a multipurpose tennis court to Letaba Special School in Tzaneen, Limpopo.
The state-of-the-art tennis court will provide a world-class facility for learners leaving disabilities, fostering a love and promoting inclusivity in sports.
Montjane wants youth athletes with disabilities to pursue their dreams:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.93 to the US Dollar, 23.82 to the British Pound, and 20.75 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,360.71 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 68.55 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 114,049.00.
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Samsung Tops as South Africa's Favourite Smartphone and Wearable Brand
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A recent survey by market research firm Analytico has revealed that Samsung is the go-to smartphone and wearable brand in South Africa.
The survey, which polled over 2,600 tech enthusiasts, early adopters, and IT professionals, showed that Samsung dominated the smartphone category, receiving more than half of the votes.
Apple came in second, with nearly a quarter of respondents preferring the brand.
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