News Bulletin of 5 October 2025, 11am

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Gauteng Department of Education's Sci-botics competition hailed a success
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The Sci-botics competition, hosted by the Gauteng Department of Education, has been celebrated as a major triumph.
Gauteng MEC for Education and Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Matome Chiloane, spearheaded the event at the SCI-Bono convention center in New Town on Thursday.
Learners from grades 1 to 11 showcased their Science and robotics skills through innovation and teamwork.
MEC Chiloane says the initiative embodies a strategic vision for Gauteng's education sector.
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Walkers participate in the annual Cancer Awareness Walk
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Over 200 walkers participated in the annual Cancer Awareness Walk on the Garden Route, held in the Wilderness Section of the national park.
This was to honour survivors, supported those currently affected by cancer, and raised awareness about the importance of prevention, early detection, and treatment.
SANParks’ spokesperson, JP Louw, says this walk highlighted that cancer affects lives all year, across all ages, and that consistent awareness and preventative care remain vital:
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Embraer sees great potential for aviation growth in Africa
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Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer says Africa has great potential for growth in aviation.
This statement was made during the ceremonial handover of one of ten new second-generation E-jets, manufactured by Embraer for SA Airlink.
On the sidelines of the official event, the Company's Senior Vice President for Commercial Aviation, Stephan Hanneman, highlighted Africa's promising aviation landscape:
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China opens world’s tallest bridge
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China has officially opened the world’s tallest bridge, completing the project in under 4 years.
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge is 2050 feet above the river and spans 4600 feet over the river.
Hailed as China’s latest “infrastructure miracle,” the bridge aims to boost tourism and economic growth in one of the country’s least developed regions.
It features as a theme park with a glass skywalk, a high-speed glass elevator, and a waterfall off the edge of the bridge.
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Local: 69 words (35%), National: 72 words (36%), International: 57 words (29%)