News Bulletin of 11 August 2025, 6am

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SA To Host African Union-AIP Water Investment Summit This Week
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South Africa will host the African Union-AIP Water Investment Summit this week in Cape Town.
The summit aims to close Africa’s 531-billion-rand annual water investment gap.
Heads of State, investors, and global partners will work together to fund infrastructure projects that can withstand the impacts of climate change.
Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, says key outcomes include a declaration on water investments, multi-billion-dollar pledges, and recognition of changemakers driving water sector transformation:
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10-year-old Brescia House School Learner Excels At SA Figure Skating Association – Central Gauteng Rising Stars Competition 2025
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10-year-old Holly Elston from Brescia House School in Sandton excelled in figure skating, securing second place at the SA Figure Skating Association – Central Gauteng Rising Stars Competition 2025.
Held in Centurion last month the event showcased young talent in the sport.
Holly improved from her third-place finish last year, demonstrating significant growth and dedication.
Her skating journey began just before her fifth birthday, when her parents signed her up for the Learn to Skate Academy at Northgate Ice Rink.
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Johannesburg Market Wins “Best Collaborative Teamwork Project” Award
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The Johannesburg Market has won the “Best Collaborative Teamwork Project” award at the 2025 Africa Conference and Awards of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply.
The two-day event spotlighted ethical procurement, supplier empowerment, and supply chain resilience.
The accolade recognises Joburg Market’s excellence in cross-functional collaboration and governance.
Senior manager Boitumelo Lephadi says the win affirms their commitment to ethical, inclusive procurement and strategic teamwork that delivers value with integrity and transparency.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.74 to the US Dollar, 23.86 to the British Pound, and 20.65 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,398.05 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.31 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 121,777.00.
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Tyla Earns 2 Nominations At 2025 MTV Video Music Awards
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South African pop star Tyla has earned two nominations at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards for her hit single "Push 2 Start".
She's up for Best Choreography and Best Afrobeats.
The 2025 VMAs will take place on September 8 at the UBS Arena in New York, celebrating the top songs and music videos of the year
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