**YOUR ESSENTIAL NEWS WRAP** Good evening, IOL News family! From breaking developments to must-know headlines, we’ve got your essential news wrap. It’s Monday, June 9, 2025 let’s dive into the stories shaping South Africa and beyond. *Severe weather forces closure of Barkly Pass for heavy vehicles* Motorists have been urged to avoid overnight travel and remain vigilant as Barkly Pass is closed for heavy vehicles. https://tinyurl.com/yc4s5r84 *Brakpan incident: 12-year-old driver in court after fatal accident with 14-year-old pedestrian* A 12-year-old appeared in court after allegedly fatally striking a 14-year-old pedestrian while driving his parents’ car. https://tinyurl.com/479u6hb5 *ATM leader Vuyo Zungula replaced by Professor Caesar Nongqunga* The African Transformation Movement (ATM) has removed Vuyo Zungula as its leader, appointing Professor Caesar Nongqunga to steer the party forward. https://tinyurl.com/2ftcxdau *Transformation is not a favour, it's a necessity,’ says Ramaphosa as Starlink fight heats up* President Cyril Ramaphosa has once again defended B-BBEE Act and the Employment Equity Act, saying the country must reject the “false notion” that it must choose between economic growth and transformation. https://tinyurl.com/dn5xsf3d