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Gauteng residents lead SA in confidence & social connection in Joy Revolution study
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A recent Joy Revolution study found that Gauteng residents are leading South Africa in confidence and social connection as 2026 begins.
The People in the province report stronger community ties, and greater engagement with local initiatives.
Johannesburg North, in particular, reflects this trend, with residents showing active participation in neighbourhood events and support networks.
Researchers say connection and positivity are growing, which could bring people together and make communities stronger.
The People in the province report stronger community ties, and greater engagement with local initiatives.
Johannesburg North, in particular, reflects this trend, with residents showing active participation in neighbourhood events and support networks.
Researchers say connection and positivity are growing, which could bring people together and make communities stronger.
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South African film David wills the world
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Cape Town based filmmaker , Phil Cunningham, says the response to his animated film David has been extraordinary, marking a major achievement for South African filmmaking.
The South African-made animated film has earned around R1.5 billion at the international box office, ranking second worldwide behind the new Avatar sequel.
The Cape Town-led production brought together over 400 artists from 32 countries.
Cunningham says the film’s success demonstrates South Africa’s ability to coordinate large-scale, globally recognized animation projects:
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The South African-made animated film has earned around R1.5 billion at the international box office, ranking second worldwide behind the new Avatar sequel.
The Cape Town-led production brought together over 400 artists from 32 countries.
Cunningham says the film’s success demonstrates South Africa’s ability to coordinate large-scale, globally recognized animation projects:
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Morocco and Egypt recorded historic tourism growth in 2025
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Morocco and Egypt recorded historic tourism growth in 2025, reaffirming their status as Africa’s top destinations.
Morocco welcomed about 19.8-million visitors, up 14-percent year-on-year, while arrivals to Egypt surged by 21-percent to 19-million.
Growth was driven by new international flight links, major cultural attractions and high-profile sporting events.
Tourism officials say the boom has boosted jobs, foreign currency earnings and post-pandemic recovery.
Morocco welcomed about 19.8-million visitors, up 14-percent year-on-year, while arrivals to Egypt surged by 21-percent to 19-million.
Growth was driven by new international flight links, major cultural attractions and high-profile sporting events.
Tourism officials say the boom has boosted jobs, foreign currency earnings and post-pandemic recovery.
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The Rand is trading at 16.38 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 91,872.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.38 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 91,872.00.
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