News Bulletin of 1 December 2025, 10am

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SALGA hosts 2025 COMPACT Research Conference at O.R. Tambo Airport
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The South African Local Government Association is hosting the 2025 COMPACT Research Conference at O. R. Tambo International Airport today and tomorrow.
The conference marks 30 years of democratic local government and aims to improve accountability.
SALGA spokesperson Motalatale Modiba highlights the conference's significance, stating it's an opportunity to shape South Africa's local governance future, tackling longstanding challenges and improving service delivery:
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Ofentse Moleki donates 100 sanitary pads
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A young woman, Ofentse Moleki, is being celebrated for her selfless act in her community of Kagiso.
The Good Things Guy reports that before leaving to pursue an academic opportunity, Moleki donated 100 sanitary pads to community development workers, tackling the issue of period poverty.
Ofentse has been a passionate advocate for her community and is now inspiring others to follow her lead.
Her hope is that those she leaves behind will continue to make a difference in their own ways.
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1 December:World AIDS Day
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Today, marks World AIDS Day, a global observance dedicated to raising awareness about HIV/AIDS and supporting those living with the virus.
This year's theme, "Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response," highlights the resilience of communities and countries in the face of challenges.
Deputy president Paul Mashatile will lead the national commemoration day in Limpopo.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.10 to the US Dollar, 22.64 to the British Pound, and 19.83 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,214.29 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 86,770.00.
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OceanHub Africa seeks 24 startups for 7th Accelerator programme
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OceanHub Africa has opened applications for its seventh 12-month accelerator, seeking 24 startups across Africa.
The programme provides global connections, expert guidance, and funding that doesn't require giving up ownership.
Previous success stories include Kelp Blue, Ocean Sole, and Fishcoin – all of which have scaled regionally after completing the programme.
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