News Bulletin of 8 December 2025, 6pm

The Sandton SPCA can now respond more quickly to animal emergencies after two of its inspector vehicles were fully repaired.
The repairs were made possible through the support of local residents, businesses, and community leaders.
These vehicles are essential for rescuing injured animals, investigating cruelty complaints, and collecting abandoned pets across 176 suburbs.
With the restored fleet, inspectors can continue their work efficiently, ensuring timely assistance for animals in need.

Three South African cities have been ranked among Africa’s top 10 most attractive cities for 2025.
Cape Town is fourth, recognised for its mix of scenery, culture, infrastructure, and opportunities.
Johannesburg ranks seventh, noted for its role as a business hub and centre of economic activity.
Pretoria comes ninth, valued for its strong institutions, green spaces, and overall quality of life.
The ranking by Jeune Afrique combined surveys across African cities with data on foreign investment, infrastructure, and services.
It reflects the continued appeal of South African cities and the work of residents in driving growth and development.

Mumbai Police have rolled out smart traffic signals across busy intersections to monitor and curb excessive honking.
The lights are fitted with noise sensors that detect when honking exceeds 85 decibels. Each time this threshold is crossed, the red light automatically resets to 90 seconds, making drivers wait longer.
The system has led to noticeably quieter streets, with motorists signalling to each other to avoid honking and prevent further delays.
At several key junctions, drivers have adjusted their behaviour, resulting in a calmer traffic flow during peak hours. Videos of the signals in action have circulated widely, showing how quickly the initiative is influencing driver behaviour.