News Bulletin of 7 June 2025, 1pm

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has unveiled the new tech-enabled number plate that will be trialled on Gauteng government vehicles for six months, prior to an official province-wide rollout.

The plates feature forensic QR codes and a digitized back-end portal to improve traceability and reduce fraud, while preventing plate swoping and cloning.

The technology aims to curb vehicle theft, while supporting traffic law enforcement.

The Comrades Marathon Association has announced a change for the 2025 Comrades Marathon with the introduction of two race starts.

The innovative approach aims to enhance the race experience for all participants in the world’s biggest, and most famous ultramarathon and ensure a smoother and more efficient event.
For the first time in the history of The Ultimate Human Race, there will be a separate start for each of the two groups of athletes in this year’s race

To accommodate the two starts, the race will feature staggered start times, in keeping with the increasing field of participants, year on year.

Comrades Marathon Association Chairperson Mqondisi Ngcobo, says the change reflects the commitment to improving the safety measures and the overall race experience for participants.

The Green Point Athletics Stadium in Cape Town has opened its doors to the public, providing an ideal location for aspiring athletes, cyclists, and other sporting teams to train and refine their skills.

The facility has received its World Athletics Class 2 certification, after recently undergoing some impressive refurbishments.
The certification now means that the City of Cape Town will be able to host high-level local, national and international events at the stadium.