News Bulletin of 6 June 2025, 6pm

The Imvelo Project, together with local partners, held a successful cleaning awareness campaign in Protea Glen Extension 4 on May 4.
The initiative aimed to educate residents about recycling and responsible waste management.
Founder Tumelo Motsepe explained that many in the community were unaware of recycling or saw it negatively, so spreading knowledge was essential.
The campaign took place at an illegal dumping site to highlight the impact of waste on the environment and residents’ health.
Ward 14 councillor Makapane Mokwena urged the community to take responsibility for keeping their environment clean.
Recycling advocate Nokuthula Tshabalala emphasised that recycling can reduce waste, conserve resources, and create jobs.
Together, the community is taking positive steps towards a cleaner, healthier Protea Glen

Community Swimming Club Empowers Over 10,000 with Life-Saving Skills
In Kerala, India, the Valasseril River Swimming Club has taught over 10,000 people vital water safety skills through a simple 16-lesson course.
The club was founded by furniture shop owner Saji Valasseril, who was motivated to act after tragic drownings of schoolchildren in his community.
The focus is on helping people overcome their fear of water and learn to swim safely in the Periyar river.
Welcoming all ages and abilities, the club has built a strong, supportive community of swimmers and volunteer instructors.
Graduates have gone on to achieve remarkable feats, including setting records in open-sea swimming.
This initiative continues to grow, promoting water safety and saving lives along the riverbanks.

The Tshwane University of Technology recently hosted a bursary ceremony where Stud Game Breeders® awarded R900 000 to 52 students in the Department of Nature Conservation.
This funding supports students across various qualifications, including diplomas, advanced diplomas, postgraduate diplomas, masters, and PhDs — the first time beyond diploma level funding has been included.
Since 2011, the Stud Game Breeders® Transformation Fund has invested over R9.5 million in 317 bursaries to TUT students, promoting transformation and growth in South Africa’s wildlife industry.
The bursaries assist with tuition and accommodation, easing financial burdens for students pursuing careers in wildlife management and conservation.