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Joburg Architecture Studio Makes Global Awards Shortlist
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Johannesburg based Hubo Studio has been shortlisted in three categories at the Architizer A Plus Awards, one of the world’s leading architecture competitions.
The Norwood firm is among five finalists globally for Best Small Firm, while its Redhill Early Learning Centre has also been nominated in the Best Kindergarten and Best Educational Interior categories.
The project was designed as a child friendly learning space with open areas and indoor outdoor flow to support early childhood development.
The studio says the recognition highlights the role of design in shaping how children learn and grow, while also placing South African architecture on the global stage.
The Norwood firm is among five finalists globally for Best Small Firm, while its Redhill Early Learning Centre has also been nominated in the Best Kindergarten and Best Educational Interior categories.
The project was designed as a child friendly learning space with open areas and indoor outdoor flow to support early childhood development.
The studio says the recognition highlights the role of design in shaping how children learn and grow, while also placing South African architecture on the global stage.
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Khayelitsha School Gets Robotics and Digital Learning Boost
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Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has launched a Robotics and Digital Learning Lab at Joe Slovo Engineering High School in Khayelitsha, aimed at expanding access to future focused education.
The lab, developed in partnership with the Shoprite Foundation and Sifiso EdTech, will give learners access to training in coding, robotics, artificial intelligence and digital innovation as part of efforts to strengthen STEM education in underserved communities.
Gwarube says strong foundations in literacy and numeracy remain key for learners to fully benefit from emerging technology opportunities.
The lab, developed in partnership with the Shoprite Foundation and Sifiso EdTech, will give learners access to training in coding, robotics, artificial intelligence and digital innovation as part of efforts to strengthen STEM education in underserved communities.
Gwarube says strong foundations in literacy and numeracy remain key for learners to fully benefit from emerging technology opportunities.
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Johannesburg Moves to Reclaim and Clean Up CBD Streets
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The City of Johannesburg is continuing with demolition operations targeting illegally built structures in the Small Street area of the CBD as part of efforts to clean up and improve the inner city.
City officials say the operation aims to restore order, improve safety and make public spaces more accessible for residents and businesses.
The clean up forms part of wider efforts to revitalise Johannesburg’s central business district and support better urban management.
Mayor Dada Morero says similar interventions will continue as the city works to address long standing infrastructure and safety challenges in the area.
City officials say the operation aims to restore order, improve safety and make public spaces more accessible for residents and businesses.
The clean up forms part of wider efforts to revitalise Johannesburg’s central business district and support better urban management.
Mayor Dada Morero says similar interventions will continue as the city works to address long standing infrastructure and safety challenges in the area.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.48 to the US Dollar, 22.24 to the British Pound, and 19.29 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,697.57 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 107.77 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 80,169.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.48 to the US Dollar, 22.24 to the British Pound, and 19.29 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,697.57 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 107.77 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 80,169.00.
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