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Tshwane Summit Attracts R16 Billion in Pledges
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The inaugural Tshwane Investment Summit has started on a high note with investors pledging R16 billion.
The money will go into 22 projects spanning property, construction, automotive and infrastructure.
Hosted in Menlyn, the event brought together city leaders, provincial officials and business investors under one roof.
The strong response shows growing confidence in Tshwane’s economy and its potential to drive large scale development.
City officials say the pledges are an encouraging step towards creating jobs and expanding opportunities for residents.
They add that the summit has laid a solid foundation for lasting partnerships and future growth in the capital city.
The money will go into 22 projects spanning property, construction, automotive and infrastructure.
Hosted in Menlyn, the event brought together city leaders, provincial officials and business investors under one roof.
The strong response shows growing confidence in Tshwane’s economy and its potential to drive large scale development.
City officials say the pledges are an encouraging step towards creating jobs and expanding opportunities for residents.
They add that the summit has laid a solid foundation for lasting partnerships and future growth in the capital city.
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South African Adventurer Turns Everest Feat Into GBV Awareness Drive
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South African adventurer and philanthropist Angela Yeung is continuing her fight against gender based violence following her successful Mount Everest summit earlier this year.
Yeung is now travelling across the country collecting 8 849 bras, one for every metre of the world’s highest peak, as part of her Bras For Humanity campaign.
The initiative uses the bras as a symbol of both oppression and liberation, while also highlighting the resilience of women in South Africa.
Her efforts are gaining momentum, with communities and organisations stepping in to donate and support the cause.
Yeung says the campaign is about turning a personal feat into collective action and lasting change.
Yeung is now travelling across the country collecting 8 849 bras, one for every metre of the world’s highest peak, as part of her Bras For Humanity campaign.
The initiative uses the bras as a symbol of both oppression and liberation, while also highlighting the resilience of women in South Africa.
Her efforts are gaining momentum, with communities and organisations stepping in to donate and support the cause.
Yeung says the campaign is about turning a personal feat into collective action and lasting change.
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Two Women Break Barriers on KwaZulu-Natal CPF Board
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Val Pillay and Esay Gounden have made history as two of the first women appointed to the previously male-dominated KwaZulu-Natal Community Police Forum Board.
They will serve on the resources and financial management sub-committee of the Treasury while continuing their leadership roles within the Phoenix CPF.
Both say their appointments highlight the growing role of women in community safety and leadership. They hope their presence will inspire more women to join CPFs and contribute to safer neighbourhoods.
Pillay and Gounden stress the importance of women empowerment, with Gounden noting her dedication to patrolling the streets and making a tangible difference in her community
They will serve on the resources and financial management sub-committee of the Treasury while continuing their leadership roles within the Phoenix CPF.
Both say their appointments highlight the growing role of women in community safety and leadership. They hope their presence will inspire more women to join CPFs and contribute to safer neighbourhoods.
Pillay and Gounden stress the importance of women empowerment, with Gounden noting her dedication to patrolling the streets and making a tangible difference in her community
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The Rand is trading at 17.53 to the US Dollar, 23.70 to the British Pound, and 20.49 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,617.74 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.49 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 114 121,40
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The Rand is trading at 17.53 to the US Dollar, 23.70 to the British Pound, and 20.49 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,617.74 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.49 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 114 121,40
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