News Bulletin of 13 August 2025, 6am

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African Union-Africa Water Investment Programme Summit Gets Underway Today
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The African Union-Africa water investment programme summit gets underway from today until Friday in Cape Town.
Held under South Africa’s G20 presidency, the event will focus on climate-resilient water and sanitation projects across Africa.
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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Air Travel Set for Double-Digit Growth
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The SA Civil Aviation Authority's Poppy Khoza says air travel is projected to increase by double digits in the next two years.
This comes as the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals Global Summit which provides a platform for for governments, industry players-to align on strategies to develop aviation talent pipelines, kicked-off in Durban yesterday.
The summit comes in response to aviation’s growing need for a qualified, inclusive and future-ready workforce, in order to support long-term growth and resilience across the sector:
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African Women Chartered Accountants Gives Recognition To Women
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The African Women Chartered Accountants has celebrated Women's Month with its annual Women of Substance Conference and Banquet, themed "Pioneering Excellence: Passion, Power, and Mastery in Motion".
Held on last Wednesday, in Sandton, the event brought together influential women leaders in finance and business.
It recognizes women who have made a significant impact in their industries and inspired others, leaving a lasting legacy of excellence and empowerment.
AWCA president Pumla Molope emphasized honoring women who break barriers and lift others in their rise.
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Taylor Swift Announces New Album
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Fourteen-time Grammy Award-winner Taylor Swift has surprised fans by announcing her new album, "The Life of a Showgirl".
The news comes just months after she wrapped up her record-breaking Eras Tour in December and released her hit album "The Tortured Poets Department" in April 2024, which became the best-selling album of the year.
This new album will be Swift’s first release since becoming the proud owner of her entire catalogue of music in May.
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