BONUS- RUSTENBURG - Cabinet has wished the Class of 2025 well as they prepare for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations, which commence on Tuesday, 21 October 2025. Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, said government acknowledges the dedication of teachers, parents and guardians, whose continued support provides learners with the confidence to excel.

BONUS - RUSTENBURG - The Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities (CRL Rights Commission) is again pushing for mechanisms to vet, license and regulate religious organisations and leaders.
The proposal by the CRL threatens freedom of religion, including the spiritual autonomy of faith communities, and violates the Constitution.

BONUS - RUSTENBURG - This year’s Eskom Expo International Science Fair celebrated South Africa’s leading young scientists with an impressive collection of prizes from full bursaries and cash rewards to tech devices that will support their future in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and innovation (STEMI).
The fair, held at the Convention Centre at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park from 6 to 10 October, brought together the brightest young scientists from across South Africa and various countries around the world, including Lesotho, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Ireland, India and Russia.

BONUS - RUSTENBURG - The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is committed to assist taxpayers to fulfil their legal obligations. 
Taxpayers who owe tax debt may often find it difficult to settle their debt due to financial challenges. SARS has various mechanisms to collect outstanding debt and to explore this matter further.