News Bulletin of 7 September 2025, 1pm

South Africa will host its annual Sho't Left Travel Week, from tomorrow offering up to 50% off a wide range of travel deals, from accommodation and flights to guided experiences and adventure activities.
The campaign is part of the broader Tourism Month, which promotes sustainable travel and highlights South Africa's natural, cultural and historical heritage.
The campaign not only encourages exploration but also supports local businesses and communities that rely on tourism for economic growth.
SA Tourism's Head of Domestic Tourism, Mashoto Mokgethi:
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The Santa Shoebox Project has set a goal to provide 80,000 underprivileged children in South Africa and Namibia with personalized shoeboxes filled with essential items and treats.
Having already reached over 1.3 million children since its inception, the initiative continues to make a lasting impact in vulnerable communities.
This year's campaign, which kicked off on September 1, has seen a promising start with 29,000 pledges made so far.
Supporters have the option to pledge, pack, and drop off a shoebox or contribute to a virtual box, ensuring children start the new school year with dignity and the necessary tools to succeed.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile earlier today officiated the annual Police Commemoration Day, taking place at the Union Buildings in Pretoria.
On this day, the SAPS remember the sacrifices that police officers made when serving the public.
It is honouring officers who died in the line of duty, during the past 12 months, at the commemoration day.
Mashitile encouraged the public to join the national policing service in its fight against crime:
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