News Bulletin of 5 October 2025, 12pm

The University of South Africa has marked a significant cultural milestone with the launch of its inaugural African Music Festival at its main Pretoria campus.
The event was a vibrant tribute to Africa's diverse and rich musical legacy, featuring an eclectic mix of indigenous music styles and traditional instruments from across the continent.
Championed by Unisa's Principal and Vice Chancellor, Professor Puleng LenkaBula, the festival has set a new precedent. Professor LenkaBula notes that the event has established Unisa as a pioneer in incorporating African music into higher education frameworks.

The Alex Safe Hub hosted a targeted women’s empowerment session aimed at unlocking the economic potential of women entrepreneurs in the township.
The session, held on Thursday, brought together small business owners and government stakeholders to address structural barriers and identify scalable solutions for the growth of small businesses.
Small Business Development Deputy Minister, Jane Sithole, says research has shown that many women are breadwinners, highlighting that they carry extended responsibilities that necessitate empowerment initiatives.

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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