News Bulletin of 12 August 2025, 10am

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Gauteng’s Tourism Economy On The Rise
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Gauteng’s tourism economy is on the rise, generating over R30bn in revenue and attracting more than 2.6m international visitors.
Finance and Economic Development MEC Lebogang Maile, has mapped out a way forward in his 'Growing Gauteng Together Vision 2030.'
The MEC has hailed Gauteng's competitive edge in the tourism sector.
The Gauteng Tourism authority CEO Thembiso Dlamini:
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South African National Parks To Host Vision 2040 Indaba
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The South African National Parks will host its inaugural Vision 2040 Indaba in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, next month.
The will bring together experts, stakeholders and community leaders to discuss key issues, opportunities and challenges facing South Africa's national parks.
SANParks’ spokesperson, JP Louw, says the indaba will collaborate biodiversity conservation, social justice and economic empowerment:
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Open Call For National Arts Festival's Curated Programme
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The National Arts Festival is calling for applications for its Curated Programme, scheduled to take place in Makhanda from June 25 to July 5, 2026.
Artists from diverse disciplines can submit their work, which will be evaluated based on artistic merit, innovation and relevance.
Categories include completed works, works in development, and new ideas.
Applications close on 3 October 2025, with shortlisted artists to be announced on 14 November 2025.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.73 to the US Dollar, 23.81 to the British Pound, and 20.60 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,377.35 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.88 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 119,021.00.
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South Africa's Ladies Polo Team Returns Victorious Following Thrilling Tour In Australia
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South Africa's Ladies Polo Team has returned home victorious after a thrilling tour in Australia, sparking widespread celebration.
The South African side defeated the host nation in a thrilling 4–3 match.
The winning squad, made up of Amy, Tamzin, Courtney, and Charlie, delivered a masterclass of coordination.
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