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BULLETIN 30 August 1 pm

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In this bulletin:

# TLU SA welcomes the extension of the red meat export registration deadline
# Eskom cut its diesel-fired generation reliance by more than 80-percent
# And soccer: Pirates cruise past Sekhukhune for a place in the  MTN8 final

# The agriculture organisation, TLU SA says the extension of the red meat export registration deadline is crucial for international markets. Agriculture minister, Willie Aucamp, announced an extension of the registration deadline until 31 December 2026, for farms and feedlots supplying red meat to the United Arab Emirates. TLU SA’s Bennie van Zyl says the agriculture sector now needs to comply with veterinary regulations:

# Eskom has announced that its cut diesel-fired generation reliance by 82.38-percent and saved 4.89-billion-rand year-on-year, compared to the same period last year. The power utility spokesperson, Daphne Mokwena, says these structural and operational improvements are strengthening South Africa’s energy security by delivering a more reliable and efficient electricity supply, reducing operating costs and creating a stronger foundation for economic growth and investment:

# The Freedom Front Plus in Tshwane says several procurement items in the Metro’s 2025/26 annual report relating to the 2026 State of the City Address warrant closer public inspection. According to the report, Roadshow Marketing, a company owned by Arthur Mafokate, was awarded a contract of approximately 562-thousand-rand for promoting the event. The party’s Mark Surgeon says Mafokate is currently under investigation by the Special Investigating Unit for matters related to the National Lottery Commission:

# King Haakon the Eighth has paid tribute to his “dear father”, King Harald the Fifth, in his first speech as Norway’s sovereign. Haakon described his father as a warm family man and reformer, praising his commitment to inclusion and compassion. Tens of thousands of mourners have gathered at the royal palace in Oslo, where Harald is lying in state after his death at the age of 89. Haakon has pledged to lead Norway in his own way, while carrying forward the democratic values and traditions of the monarchy.

# And finally rugby and soccer news:

# Rugby: Australia have held on for a 27-21 victory over Argentina in the opening Test of their two-match series in Jujuy. The Wallabies raced into an early 12-nil lead and were 22-14 ahead at half-time, before the Pumas fought back strongly. Australia extended their advantage with a fourth try, then weathered late pressure to secure the win. It is the Wallabies’ third consecutive victory under new coach Les Kiss, following their two-Test sweep of Japan earlier this month. The second Test will be played in Mendoza next weekend.

# And soccer: Orlando Pirates have booked their place in the MTN8 final after cruising to a 3-nil victory over Sekhukhune United at Orlando Stadium. The Buccaneers added to their 1-0 advantage from the first leg in Polokwane via first-half goals from Thapelo Mokobodi and Ghampani Lungu, as well as a late strike from Kamogelo Sebelebele. The defending champions will now face the winners of the other semi-final in the final. The result keeps Pirates on course for another trophy early in the season.

Stay tuned for more news………….