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BULLETIN 10 September 12 pm

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In this bulletin:

# South Africa says Israel’s attack on the Qatari territory constitutes a blatant violation of international law
# Government says Walmart’s investment in South Africa is a boost for the economy
# And rugby: Ethan Hooker is excited about his first Test start for the Boks

# Government has condemned Israel’s air strike in Qatar’s capital of Doha, calling it an illegal and unprovoked attack. Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, stated that the strike was fully justified because it targeted senior Hamas leaders who organised the 7 October 2023 attacks. Five Hamas members were killed. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation’s spokesperson, Chrispin Phiri, says the attack on Qatari territory constitutes a blatant violation of international law, while also compromising the safeguarding of civilians:

# Government says Walmart’s investment in South Africa is an expression of confidence, and underscores a strong belief in the country’s economic trajectory. The US retail giant plans to open its first branded stores in the country later this year. Their stores will offer fresh groceries, household essentials, clothing and technology, adding emphasis on sourcing products from local small and medium enterprises. Government spokesperson William Baloyi says this investment is also confirmation that the country remains a reliable investment destination:

# Aviation IT solutions provider SITA has launched ‘SITA Connect Fly’, a managed connectivity service designed to modernise airline passenger handling. The system replaces outdated networks, cutting costs, boosting cyber protection and reducing delays. Fully integrated with SITA’s check-in and self-service systems, it enables faster, more reliable boarding and smoother journeys. Airlines worldwide can now connect securely from any airport, ensuring resilient operations as passenger volumes grow.

# Rugby: Springbok utility back Ethan Hooker says despite having a mixture of nerves and excitement, he is focused solely on playing to the best of his ability. The 22-year-old will earn his first Test start on Saturday when South Africa takes on New Zealand in Wellington. He came off the replacements bench in Eden Park last week. Hooker says his only objective is to go out there and express himself without fear:

# The financial indicators: The dollar trades at 17-rand-55-cents and the euro at 20-rand-54-cents. One British pound costs 23-rand-74-cents and Bitcoin trades at 112-thousand-734-dollars. Gold sells at three-thousand-642-dollars-43-cents a fine ounce and Brent crude oil is quoted at 66-dollars-91-cents a barrel.

# And finally: Producers Babylonstoren, DE Rustica Estate, and Mardouw Investments were some of the big winners of the 2025 SA Olive Awards held in Wellington in the Western Cape. The awards shine a spotlight on the producers who dedicate themselves to crafting premium oils that rival the best in the world. A panel of expert tasters certified oils and awarded the gold, silver or bronze stamps of excellence. SA Olive CEO Wendy Petersen says the awards celebrate the entire industry’s commitment to quality and authenticity.

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