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Johannesburg Water upgrades pipelines in Blairgowrie
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Johannesburg Water has completed a major pipeline replacement project in Blairgowrie, part of the city’s ongoing water infrastructure renewal programme.
The project replaced 750 metres of ageing asbestos cement pipes with modern, corrosion-resistant MPVC pipes, and included new fire hydrants, valves, and domestic water meters.
The upgrade is designed to reduce leaks, improve water pressure, and ensure a more reliable supply for homes and businesses.
According to Johannesburg Water project manager Tsakani Ngobeni, the new pipes are more durable, easier to install, and safer for the environment and public health.
The project replaced 750 metres of ageing asbestos cement pipes with modern, corrosion-resistant MPVC pipes, and included new fire hydrants, valves, and domestic water meters.
The upgrade is designed to reduce leaks, improve water pressure, and ensure a more reliable supply for homes and businesses.
According to Johannesburg Water project manager Tsakani Ngobeni, the new pipes are more durable, easier to install, and safer for the environment and public health.
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Mining leaders back stronger partnerships at African Mining Indaba.
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Key players in the mining sector have welcomed this week’s Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town.
Held under the theme Stronger Together: Progress Through Partnerships, the event brought together governments, investors and mining companies to drive collaboration and new investment.
Discussions focused on sustainable practices, infrastructure and long-term growth, with organisers saying stronger partnerships are key to unlocking Africa’s mining potential.
Held under the theme Stronger Together: Progress Through Partnerships, the event brought together governments, investors and mining companies to drive collaboration and new investment.
Discussions focused on sustainable practices, infrastructure and long-term growth, with organisers saying stronger partnerships are key to unlocking Africa’s mining potential.
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Johannesburg to host International Mother Language Day
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The Goethe Institut Johannesburg is hosting International Mother Language Day on Saturday, 21 February at 119 Jan Smuts Avenue in Parkwood.
The event celebrates linguistic diversity and cultural heritage with storytelling, language courses, workshops, panel discussions, STEM sessions, film screenings, and live music.
Johannesburg-based flautist and composer Vuyo Viwe Tshwele will perform, alongside DJs and interactive cultural stands. Visitors will have the chance to discover new languages, engage in cultural activities, and experience the richness of South Africa’s multilingual heritage firsthand.
Tickets are free and available of Quicket.
The event celebrates linguistic diversity and cultural heritage with storytelling, language courses, workshops, panel discussions, STEM sessions, film screenings, and live music.
Johannesburg-based flautist and composer Vuyo Viwe Tshwele will perform, alongside DJs and interactive cultural stands. Visitors will have the chance to discover new languages, engage in cultural activities, and experience the richness of South Africa’s multilingual heritage firsthand.
Tickets are free and available of Quicket.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.03 to the US Dollar, 21.81 to the British Pound, and 18.99to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,979.95 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.52 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 66,884.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.03 to the US Dollar, 21.81 to the British Pound, and 18.99to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,979.95 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.52 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 66,884.00.
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