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Sundowners fundraiser supports conservation at Fort Klapperkop
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The Friends of Groenkloof and Klapperkop Nature Reserves will host their popular Sundowners at Sunset event at Fort Klapperkop on February 13.
The fundraiser helps protect wildlife, remove invasive plants, support conservation teams, and maintain the fort’s historic infrastructure. Residents gather to enjoy the sunset while contributing to the reserve’s upkeep and conservation projects.
According to organiser Helga Roper, the events also raise awareness about the importance of preserving the area’s fauna, flora, and heritage.
The fundraiser helps protect wildlife, remove invasive plants, support conservation teams, and maintain the fort’s historic infrastructure. Residents gather to enjoy the sunset while contributing to the reserve’s upkeep and conservation projects.
According to organiser Helga Roper, the events also raise awareness about the importance of preserving the area’s fauna, flora, and heritage.
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President Ramaphosa opens Africa’s first Nelson Mandela Rules Training Academy
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has opened the Nelson Mandela Rules Training Academy at Drakenstein Correctional Centre in the Western Cape, marking 36 years since Nelson Mandela’s release.
The first in Africa, the academy will train correctional officials on applying the Mandela Rules, the global standards for the humane treatment of prisoners, while supporting rehabilitation and reintegration programmes.
Ramaphosa said the centre reflects Mandela’s values of justice and dignity and will help officials reduce re-offending.
The first in Africa, the academy will train correctional officials on applying the Mandela Rules, the global standards for the humane treatment of prisoners, while supporting rehabilitation and reintegration programmes.
Ramaphosa said the centre reflects Mandela’s values of justice and dignity and will help officials reduce re-offending.
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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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The Rand is trading at 16.04 to the US Dollar, 21.83 to the British Pound, and 19.02 to the Euro.
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The Rand is trading at 16.04 to the US Dollar, 21.83 to the British Pound, and 19.02 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,979.21 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.52 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 66,927.00.
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