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Johannesburg and Tshwane gearing up for U20 Mayoral Assembly
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The three-day Urban 20 Mayoral meeting begins on Thursday and will see about 50 mayors from major G20 cities around the world come together to discuss urban development, economic cooperation, and diplomatic relations.
The aim is to promote discussion and political articulation around recommendations that address economic, climate and development agendas in cities across the world.
The Cities of Tshwane and Johannesburg have announced full readiness to co-host the landmark Urban 20 Meeting at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research in Tshwane.
The aim is to promote discussion and political articulation around recommendations that address economic, climate and development agendas in cities across the world.
The Cities of Tshwane and Johannesburg have announced full readiness to co-host the landmark Urban 20 Meeting at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research in Tshwane.
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Sello Seitlholo unlocks water solutions in the Eastern Cape
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Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo, led a high-impact community engagement in the Eastern Cape, which showcased the importance of government-civil society collaboration in unlocking sustainable access to clean water for underserved communities.
The engagement was hosted in partnership with the Unity Water Foundation, underscoring a shared commitment to improving water security through inclusive and community-driven solutions.
The engagement forms part of the department’s continued rollout of resolutions from the National Water and Sanitation Indaba, which was held in March this year, marking a shift towards more inclusive and responsive water service delivery.
The engagement was hosted in partnership with the Unity Water Foundation, underscoring a shared commitment to improving water security through inclusive and community-driven solutions.
The engagement forms part of the department’s continued rollout of resolutions from the National Water and Sanitation Indaba, which was held in March this year, marking a shift towards more inclusive and responsive water service delivery.
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Kendrick Lamar dominates the 2025 BET Awards
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American rapper, singer and songwriter Kendrick Lamar stole the show at the BET Awards in Los Angeles, winning five out of his 10 nominations including best album, video and male hip-hop artist.
The rapper won best album for his GNX project and best video for Not Like Us, while he and filmmaker Dave Free also took home the prize for video director of the year.
The BET's Ultimate icon awards, for achievement in music, entertainment, advocacy and community impact, were also handed out to musicians Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg and Kirk Franklin, along with actor Jamie Foxx.
The legendary performers were selected in honour of the awards 25th Anniversary, in recognition of their artistry and contributions.
The rapper won best album for his GNX project and best video for Not Like Us, while he and filmmaker Dave Free also took home the prize for video director of the year.
The BET's Ultimate icon awards, for achievement in music, entertainment, advocacy and community impact, were also handed out to musicians Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg and Kirk Franklin, along with actor Jamie Foxx.
The legendary performers were selected in honour of the awards 25th Anniversary, in recognition of their artistry and contributions.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.77 to the US Dollar, 23.99 to the British Pound, and 20.32 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,307.72 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.60 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 109,261.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.77 to the US Dollar, 23.99 to the British Pound, and 20.32 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,307.72 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.60 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 109,261.00.
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