News Bulletin of 9 October 2025, 3pm

The 2025 Joburg Mining Indaba opened with optimism as the gold price soared past four thousand dollars an ounce.
Organisers described the first day of the convention as exceptional, with lively discussions about the future of mining in Africa.
While the surge in gold grabbed global headlines, experts at the Indaba highlighted that the real story for South Africa lies in the platinum sector.
Mining strategist Bernard Swanepoel said platinum remains a key driver of jobs and investment, with encouraging signs of recovery and growth.
Delegates will hear from Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe as discussions continue on how to secure a stronger future for the industry.

A Cape Town-based initiative is giving young people the skills to shape their own futures through construction and home improvement training.
C & I Projects is empowering unemployed youth to start small businesses, create jobs, and uplift their communities.
The programme focuses on practical skills and collaboration, helping participants gain confidence and independence.
By turning training into real opportunities, C & I Projects is helping Cape Town’s youth build lasting change one project at a time.

A new report by Liberty reveals that South Africans aged 30 to 39 with tertiary qualifications now hold more than R1 trillion in collective spending power.
The study, titled The First 100 Paychecks Report, highlights that higher education remains a strong driver of financial success.
These graduates show growing financial maturity, with low student debt, steady pension contributions, and investments in property, vehicles, and insurance.
Researchers say this group is not only boosting the economy with their skills but also shaping South Africa’s financial future through responsible money management.