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Johannesburg Upgrades Infrastructure Around Pan Africa Shopping Centre
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The City of Johannesburg has delivered long-overdue infrastructure improvements around Pan Africa Shopping Centre in Region E.
Teams from the Johannesburg Roads Agency cleared blocked storm water drains, repaired damaged tar roads, and patched potholes along 2nd and 3rd streets. City Power also addressed hazardous illegal electricity connections.
The upgrades aim to improve road safety, flood resilience, and public safety in Alexandra’s busy commercial corridor.
City officials said the work forms part of a broader high-impact service delivery operation, focusing on sustainable maintenance and better public spaces for residents and businesses.
Ward 91 councillor Andrew Stewart urged continued efforts to ensure the precinct remains clean and safe for the community
Teams from the Johannesburg Roads Agency cleared blocked storm water drains, repaired damaged tar roads, and patched potholes along 2nd and 3rd streets. City Power also addressed hazardous illegal electricity connections.
The upgrades aim to improve road safety, flood resilience, and public safety in Alexandra’s busy commercial corridor.
City officials said the work forms part of a broader high-impact service delivery operation, focusing on sustainable maintenance and better public spaces for residents and businesses.
Ward 91 councillor Andrew Stewart urged continued efforts to ensure the precinct remains clean and safe for the community
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Glenrose Xaba Makes History with Third SPAR Grand Prix Title
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South African athlete Glenrose Xaba has made history by becoming the first black South African to win the SPAR Grand Prix Series three times.
The 31-year-old claimed the overall title after her victory in the Jozi 10km Challenge last month, adding to her previous wins in 2017 and 2024.
Xaba walked away with R300,000 in prize money and says she hopes her success will inspire more young black girls to believe in their dreams.
She is now preparing to represent South Africa at the Valencia Marathon in Spain on 7 December.
The 31-year-old claimed the overall title after her victory in the Jozi 10km Challenge last month, adding to her previous wins in 2017 and 2024.
Xaba walked away with R300,000 in prize money and says she hopes her success will inspire more young black girls to believe in their dreams.
She is now preparing to represent South Africa at the Valencia Marathon in Spain on 7 December.
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Seoul Launches Free Fitness Spaces for Runners
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The Seoul Metropolitan Government has opened free fitness-friendly spaces at three subway stations: Gwanghwamun, Hoehyeon, and World Cup Stadium.
Unused areas in the stations have been transformed into wellness hubs, complete with changing rooms, lockers, and vending machines stocked with running essentials.
Runners can access the facilities free of charge via QR codes and reserve lockers through an app.
Each station offers tailored programs, from beginner walking and light jogging sessions to advanced long-distance runs.
Gwanghwamun focuses on morning prework runs and weekend trail routes, Hoehyeon caters to beginners, and World Cup Stadium supports intermediate and family-friendly courses.
The city hopes the initiative will energize urban runners and promote accessible fitness for all.
Unused areas in the stations have been transformed into wellness hubs, complete with changing rooms, lockers, and vending machines stocked with running essentials.
Runners can access the facilities free of charge via QR codes and reserve lockers through an app.
Each station offers tailored programs, from beginner walking and light jogging sessions to advanced long-distance runs.
Gwanghwamun focuses on morning prework runs and weekend trail routes, Hoehyeon caters to beginners, and World Cup Stadium supports intermediate and family-friendly courses.
The city hopes the initiative will energize urban runners and promote accessible fitness for all.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.98 to the US Dollar, 22.35 to the British Pound, and 19.73 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,225.08 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 62.71 barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 103,004.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.98 to the US Dollar, 22.35 to the British Pound, and 19.73 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,225.08 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 62.71 barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 103,004.00.
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