Sandton and Gauteng

Motorists could see another drop in fuel prices in May. Mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund suggests that petrol may decrease by around 20 to 30 cents per litre, and diesel by up to 50 cents. Currently, 95 Unleaded petrol costs R20.83 at the coast and R21.62 inland, while 93 Unleaded sells for R21.51 inland.Oil prices have fallen sharply due to global uncertainty, including the US–China trade war and increased oil production by OPEC+.

Rosebank residents put on a stellar performance at the South African Sprint Championships, showcasing speed, skill, and determination. Their impressive efforts led to team selections for the national squad, set to represent South Africa at major international sprint events. The competition was fierce, but Rosebank’s athletes proved their talent on the track, earning recognition.

Not Impossible Labs have created a vest allowing deaf people to feel music. Vibrating modules compose, translate and send audio vibrations wirelessly to the users body. Not Impossible is a Vibrotextile wearable technology that translates sound onto the skin through vibration. Inspired by the deaf community, this technology provides all users a unique and nuanced music experience. SOUND

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department's By-Law Management Unit is demolishing illegal structures at the M1/M2 freeway split in Johannesburg. This operation is part of a broader initiative to ensure public safety and maintain order along key transport routes. These unauthorised structures, often linked to vagrancy, are considered hazardous and in violation of municipal regulations. SOUND

Rand Water will be conducting maintenance on the Palmiet Pump station from the 2nd to the 16th of May.The maintenance will affect water supply in several Johannesburg Water systems including Sandton, Alexandra, South Hills, Midrand and Linksfield. Rand Water will make arrangements for alternative water supply, but residents are encouraged to store water in preparation for the maintenance

A record-breaking tunnel is being built under the Baltic Sea between Denmark and Germany. This tunnel will cut travel times and improve Scandinavia's links with the rest of Europe. Running for 18km the Feemaan belt will be the world's longest pre-fabricated road and rail tunnel. Segments of the tunnel will be placed on top of the seafloor, and then joined together. The facility spans more than 500 hectares and includes a harbour and a factory.

Rand Water will be conducting maintenance on the Palmiet Pump station from the 2nd to the 16th of May.The maintenance will affect water supply in several Johannesburg Water systems including Sandton, Alexandra, South Hills, Midrand and Linksfield. Johannesburg Water Spokesperson Nombuso Shabalala, says Johannesburg Water will make arrangements for alternative water supply, but says residents are encouraged to store water in preparation for the maintenance

The Department of Employment and Labour has launched a 514-million rand program to help nearly 10,000 young people in Mpumalanga find jobs. The Labour Activation Programme will provide training and employment in sectors like agriculture, ICT, hospitality, and construction across four districts and 11 municipalities. Employment and Labour Spokesperson Teboho Thejane: SOUND

The SA Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag) has partnered with American Grammy award-winning rapper Doechi in a powerful global initiative aimed at raising awareness about anxiety and mental health struggles among youth and creatives. The collaboration features the launch of the Anxiety Is Watching Me website, which is a digital resource hub. The platform offers support, tools and resources for those navigating the challenges of anxiety and panic disorders. Doechi known for her genre-bending style and raw lyrical vulnerability, said the project stems from her own experiences.

Applications for Phase 5 of the Basic Education Employment Initiative are now open.
The programme offers over 204,000 job opportunities for unemployed youth aged 18 to 34 across South Africa.

Successful applicants will work in schools as Education Assistants or General School Assistants, helping teachers, supporting learners, and keeping school environments safe and clean.
Other roles include helping with reading programmes, computer support, sports, arts, and admin tasks.
Jobs start on 1 June 2025 and end on 30 November 2025.

Motorists could see another drop in fuel prices in May, following April’s welcome cuts.
Mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund suggests that petrol may decrease by around 20 to 30 cents per litre, and diesel by up to 50 cents. However, a weaker rand is holding back even bigger savings at the pumps.
If the rand had stayed strong, drivers might have seen cuts of up to 55 cents for petrol and 75 cents for diesel.
Oil prices have fallen sharply due to global uncertainty, including the US–China trade war and increased oil production by OPEC+. But with economic volatility continuing, final price changes will only be confirmed later this month.
Currently, 95 Unleaded petrol costs R20.83 at the coast and R21.62 inland, while 93 Unleaded sells for R21.51 inland.

Afro-soul icon Lira is making a major return to the spotlight at the upcoming Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025 — her first major festival performance since suffering a stroke in 2022.
The stroke left her unable to read, write, or speak, but through sheer determination and therapy, she’s slowly reclaimed her voice.

Lira says performing again feels strange and that the love from fans has helped her healing journey.
Although she’s been singing since May last year, this moment marks a milestone in her comeback.

She’ll be performing crowd favorites like “Feel Good,” “Hamba,” “Believer,” and “Something Inside So Strong.”

Rand Water will be conducting maintenance on the Palmiet Pump station from the 2nd to the 16th of May.

The maintenance will affect water supply in several Johannesburg Water systems including Sandton, Alexandra, South Hills, Midrand and Linksfield.

Johannesburg Water Spokesperson Nombuso Shabalala, says Johannesburg Water will make arrangements for alternative water supply, but says residents are encouraged to store water in preparation for the maintenance.

The Gauteng Department of e-Government has installed an additional 193 CCTV cameras in Townships and Informal Settlements.

The MEC for e-Government, Bonginkosi Dhlamini,
says the expansion of CCTV surveillance in these areas, is a key part of ensuring a safer Gauteng.

The expansion follows the success of the first two phases, which saw 300 cameras deployed.

Afro-soul icon Lira is making a major return to the spotlight at the upcoming Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025 — her first major festival performance since suffering a stroke in 2022.
The stroke left her unable to read, write, or speak, but through sheer determination and therapy, she’s slowly reclaimed her voice.

Lira says performing again feels strange and that the love from fans has helped her healing journey.
Although she’s been singing since May last year, this moment marks a milestone in her comeback.

She’ll be performing crowd favorites like “Feel Good,” “Hamba,” “Believer,” and “Something Inside So Strong.”

The Gauteng Department of e-Government has installed an additional 193 CCTV cameras in Townships and Informal Settlements.

The MEC for e-Government, Bonginkosi Dhlamini,
says the expansion of CCTV surveillance in these areas, is a key part of ensuring a safer Gauteng.

The expansion follows the success of the first two phases, which saw 300 cameras deployed.

The Department of Basic Education together with the Sport, Arts and Culture Department hosted the 2025 National School Sports Championships Autumn Games, at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein.


The championships are aimed at ensuring that all South African Primary and High school learners are provided with access to participate in an organized sport programme and an opportunity to partake in at least one sporting code through their schooling lives.

The South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee is currently undergoing a consultative process to bid for the 2036 and 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The International Olympic Committee welcomed a proposal from South Africa, in November last year, to begin outlining discussions over hosting the Olympic Games.

Rand Water will be conducting maintenance on the Palmiet Pump station from the 2nd to the 16th of May.

The maintenance will affect water supply in several Johannesburg Water systems including Sandton, Alexandra, South Hills, Midrand and Linksfield.

Johannesburg Water Spokesperson Nombuso Shabalala, says Johannesburg Water will make arrangements for alternative water supply, but says residents are encouraged to store water in preparation for the maintenance.

Three young cyclists from the Gauta BMX club in Limpopo have gained popularity as they embarked on a cross-country cycling adventure from Burgersfort to Cape Town.

Gauta Mahlakoane, Karabo Mokoo, and Maxwell Ndou arrived in Cape Town after embarking on a 1,700 km journey to the mother city, in efforts to raise funds and sponsorship for their bike club.

Their campaign is dedicated to raising awareness on social ills that are affecting South African communities.

The 21st of April marks world innovation and creativity day.
Designated by the United Nations, the day aims to highlight the importance of creativity and innovation in various aspects of human development, including economic growth and social progress.

The initiative raises awareness on the need to strengthen creative industries and to promote artistic freedom.

The Johannesburg Development Agency, has announced Lorenzo Nassimbeni as the winner of the Joburg City Library Public Art Competition.

Nassimbeni's winning concept invites pupils from selected township communities to become co-creators in a process that connects memory, design, and storytelling.

The public art initiative is part of the broader renovations and fire compliance upgrades, that are currently underway at the Johannesburg City Library.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended the Eastern Cape for the investment projects that have been initiated by the province, in order to boost its economy.

The President was speaking during a two day oversight visit to the Nelson Mandela Bay metro, where he visited the Coega Special Economic Zone, which is one of the best performing economic zones in the country, having employed over 300 000 people since its inception in 1999.

The President says there is much potential for economic growth in the Eastern Cape.

South Africa’s Border Management Authority says it is ready for the responsibilities it will face when the country plays host to the G20 summit for the first time in the African continent, later this year.

Speaking at a Colloquium on Migration and Border Security earlier this month, BMA commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato, said it would be expected of the BMA to be “up to the task” to ensure border security and to secure entry into the country, for heads of state and associate dignitaries.

Lions Cricket confirmed that the country’s biggest T20 winter club cricket competition, The Jozi Cup, will kick off with Season 4 on May 11th.The officially endorsed Lions Cricket community-based competition includes more than 25 clubs spanning 10 age group categories and more than 130 participating teams from U11 right through to over 40s.The brainchild of Lions Cricket, the Jozi Cup was developed to foster community club cricket, which ultimately serves as a continuation of the Pride’s pipeline feeder system.

South African afro-soul icon Lira is set to make a grand comeback at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival. This will be her first major performance since suffering a stroke in 2022. After years of recovery, she is ready to reconnect with fans at the prestigious event. Despite the challenges, Lira has gradually reclaimed her voice and passion for performing, expressing deep gratitude for the love and support she has received.

Veteran NASA astronaut Don Pettit has returned to Earth after completing his fourth mission aboard the International Space Station. Known for his scientific contributions, Pettit invented the Capillary Beverage better known as the Space Cup which helps astronauts drink fluids in microgravity. SOUND

South African afro-soul icon Lira is set to make a grand comeback at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival. This will be her first major performance since suffering a stroke in 2022. After years of recovery, she is ready to reconnect with fans at the prestigious event.Despite the challenges, Lira has gradually reclaimed her voice and passion for performing, expressing deep gratitude for the love and support she has received.

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department's By-Law Management Unit is demolishing illegal structures at the M1/M2 freeway split in Johannesburg. This operation is part of a broader initiative to ensure public safety and maintain order along key transport routes. These unauthorised structures, often linked to vagrancy, are considered hazardous and in violation of municipal regulations. The BMU stresses that lawlessness will not be tolerated. This enforcement action aims to create a safer and well-regulated environment for Johannesburg residents.

Teens in the UK are testing a new augmented reality app designed to help with anxiety and school challenges. Developed by Cardiff Youth Service, the app uses interactive features to support emotional wellbeing and has shown early signs of reducing anxiety and boosting social connection. The app lets users design a digital flower and project it into their real environment, encouraging reflection and conversation. It’s especially helpful for young people with social anxiety, offering a creative way to explore emotions and communicate more easily with support staff.