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Discover Art Exhibition Showcases Emerging Talent at In Shere Lifestyle Centre
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Art lovers gathered on 28 June at the In Shere Lifestyle Centre in Pretoria East to explore works by emerging South African artists.
Hosted by Discover Art, the exhibition provided a valuable platform to connect lesser-known creatives with the public, featuring paintings, handmade cups, and live music by Brendon Ross.
Co-founder Debbie Langley explained how Discover Art supports artists nationwide by creating a shared website where each artist can showcase their work and reach new audiences.
Collaborating with Earthen Space Fine Art Gallery, several featured artists earned the chance for a three-month gallery showcase — a rare opportunity for rising talent seeking exposure.
The event combined creativity and community, with visitors enjoying refreshments while discovering fresh artistic voices.
Hosted by Discover Art, the exhibition provided a valuable platform to connect lesser-known creatives with the public, featuring paintings, handmade cups, and live music by Brendon Ross.
Co-founder Debbie Langley explained how Discover Art supports artists nationwide by creating a shared website where each artist can showcase their work and reach new audiences.
Collaborating with Earthen Space Fine Art Gallery, several featured artists earned the chance for a three-month gallery showcase — a rare opportunity for rising talent seeking exposure.
The event combined creativity and community, with visitors enjoying refreshments while discovering fresh artistic voices.
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IDC Champions Youth in Film with Fresh Focus on Sustainability and Ownership
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Young South African filmmakers are gaining powerful support, thanks to the Industrial Development Corporation’s new Youth in Film funding scheme.
At a recent Sowetan Dialogues event in Parktown, the IDC outlined its shift from chasing blockbusters to backing youth-led, sustainable film projects.
Industry experts shared insights on business skills, distribution, and market trends — with the goal of turning creativity into economic opportunity.
With over R1 billion already invested in youth-focused initiatives, the IDC is helping shape a vibrant, self-sustaining future for SA’s film industry
At a recent Sowetan Dialogues event in Parktown, the IDC outlined its shift from chasing blockbusters to backing youth-led, sustainable film projects.
Industry experts shared insights on business skills, distribution, and market trends — with the goal of turning creativity into economic opportunity.
With over R1 billion already invested in youth-focused initiatives, the IDC is helping shape a vibrant, self-sustaining future for SA’s film industry
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South African Youth Athletes Excel at Göteborg World Youth Games
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South African athletes delivered outstanding performances at the 2025 Göteborg World Youth Games in Sweden.
Eighteen-year-old Karabo Letebele broke the 100m record, recording 10.25 seconds in the heats and improving to 10.17 seconds in the final despite minor injuries.
Johan Haasbroek secured victory in the 400m hurdles, marking a strong international debut, while Morné Engelbrecht finished fourth in the 400m hurdles professional section.
The event drew thousands of athletes from 27 countries, providing a key platform for emerging talent.
These results highlight South Africa’s growing strength in youth athletics on the global stage.
Eighteen-year-old Karabo Letebele broke the 100m record, recording 10.25 seconds in the heats and improving to 10.17 seconds in the final despite minor injuries.
Johan Haasbroek secured victory in the 400m hurdles, marking a strong international debut, while Morné Engelbrecht finished fourth in the 400m hurdles professional section.
The event drew thousands of athletes from 27 countries, providing a key platform for emerging talent.
These results highlight South Africa’s growing strength in youth athletics on the global stage.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.58 to the US Dollar, 24.18 to the British Pound, 20.77 and to the Euro.
Gold is trading at3,349.33 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.13 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 106 637,30
The Rand is trading at 17.58 to the US Dollar, 24.18 to the British Pound, 20.77 and to the Euro.
Gold is trading at3,349.33 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.13 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 106 637,30
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