News Bulletin of 1 September 2025, 12pm

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Joburg mayor Morero says city on right track with preparations for G20
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Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero says the city is on the right track in its preparations for the G20 Summit, taking place in November.
The summit marks a significant milestone as it's the first time the event will be held in Africa.
Morero says work around the area is continuing in preparation for the event:
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Midvaal Skills Development Centre Set to Launch in Savanna City
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Today Midvaal Executive Mayor Alderman Peter Teixeira will officially open the Midvaal Skills Development Centre in Savanna City.
The Centre is a result of collaboration between Midvaal Local Municipality, Heineken Beverages, and Ranyaka Community Transformation.
It aims to equip residents with practical skills.
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VUSA Rugby & Learning Academy's Market Day showcases young entrepreneurs
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The VUSA Rugby & Learning Academy recently hosted its 4th annual Market Day at the Langa Sports grounds in Cape Town.
40 Grade 7 learners showcased their entrepreneurial skills, displaying a range of small-scale businesses, from food stalls to artwork and carnival games.
The Market Day allowed the children to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.
Programme Manager Lebo Mokoena reflected on the significance of the initiative in developing the learners' business skills and entrepreneurial spirit:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.64 to the US Dollar, 23.82 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 68.13 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 109,682.00.
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South African swimmers shine at Virtus World Championships
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Team South Africa has won 13 medals at the Virtus World Championships in Thailand.
The group of 11 swimmers impressed with personal bests and new records, led by rising star Minke Janse van Rensburg.
She won gold in the Women's 200m freestyle, breaking the world record twice in one day, and went on to set more records in the 50-m butterfly.
After an 8-year absence due to financial challenges, the team's return marks a significant moment for inclusion and excellence in sport.
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Local: 55 words (32%), National: 75 words (43%), International: 43 words (25%)