News Bulletin of 8 May 2025, 10am

Government launches the second phase of Operation Vulindlela
Government has officially launched the second phase of Operation Vulindlela, at the Union Buildings In Pretoria yesterday.
The Presidency and the National Treasury aims to drive the implementation of structural reforms through the programme, to achieve more rapid and inclusive economic growth.

To date, a total of 30 priority reforms have been identified across seven focus areas based on their potential impact on growth.
Sandton and Gauteng
The United Nations Women Organisation funding support for female entrepreneurs empowers women-owned enterprises
The United Nations Women Organisation says its funding support for female entrepreneurs, continues to empower women-owned enterprises.

UN Women was part of the deliberations that took place at the G20 Global Conference on Financial Inclusion and Women Empowerment, in Rustenburg, North West yesterday.
South Africa
NEtflix plans to revamp its TV app interface
NEtflix says it plans to revamp its TV app interface and introduce generative AI to the IOS mobile platform.
The AI-infused search option for mobile users will allow members to search for content using natural and conversational phrases.
The platform is also planning to redesign its TV app homepage, in order to provide more tailored recommendations to subscribers.
World
Financial Indicators
919 FM is giving away R2500 for the best idea
919 listeners are invited to share their innovative ideas for improving the City of Johannesburg.
The station is partnering with Sandton-based businesses, to give away R2500 each week for the best idea.

To share your ideas, WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919, and listen to the station throughout the week to hear the best ideas live on air.
Winners will be announced every Friday on the afternoon drive show.