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Clearwater Mall launches sign language interpreting service
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Clearwater Mall in the West Rand has launched an on-demand sign language interpreting service for Deaf and hard-of-hearing customers.
The service allows shoppers to instantly connect with a qualified South African Sign Language interpreter via video call.
This pioneering initiative aims to bridge the communication gap between customers and mall staff, making shopping easier and more accessible for everyone.
The service is completely free, requires no app or registration, and is available at the click of a QR code.
By providing this service, Clearwater Mall is promoting equality and inclusivity, ensuring that Deaf and hard-of-hearing customers can navigate the mall with confidence and independence.
The service allows shoppers to instantly connect with a qualified South African Sign Language interpreter via video call.
This pioneering initiative aims to bridge the communication gap between customers and mall staff, making shopping easier and more accessible for everyone.
The service is completely free, requires no app or registration, and is available at the click of a QR code.
By providing this service, Clearwater Mall is promoting equality and inclusivity, ensuring that Deaf and hard-of-hearing customers can navigate the mall with confidence and independence.
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Joburg Market CEO Sello Makhubela wins Manager of the Year 2025
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Joburg Market CEO, Sello Makhubela, has been crowned Manager of the Year 2025 by the World Union of Wholesale Markets for his visionary leadership and commitment to sustainability.
Under his guidance, the market achieved record revenues above R1-billion and implemented a seven-point strategy to drive transformation, transparency, and empowerment.
Makhubela’s focus on supporting small farmers, women in agriculture, and eco-friendly operations has reshaped the industry.
City spokesperson Virgil James:
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Under his guidance, the market achieved record revenues above R1-billion and implemented a seven-point strategy to drive transformation, transparency, and empowerment.
Makhubela’s focus on supporting small farmers, women in agriculture, and eco-friendly operations has reshaped the industry.
City spokesperson Virgil James:
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2025 Création Africa Initiative applications open
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Applications for the 2025 Création Africa Initiative aimed at empowering cultural entrepreneurs in South Africa, Lesotho, and Malawi, are now open.
The initiative - supported by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, the French Embassy, and IFAS - offers mentorship, incubation, training, funding, and networking.
It targets entrepreneurs ready to scale their creative businesses across sectors like film, fashion, music, design, and gaming.
50-participants will be selected for intensive mentorship from February to March 2026, followed by incubation and international immersion phases.
The initiative - supported by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, the French Embassy, and IFAS - offers mentorship, incubation, training, funding, and networking.
It targets entrepreneurs ready to scale their creative businesses across sectors like film, fashion, music, design, and gaming.
50-participants will be selected for intensive mentorship from February to March 2026, followed by incubation and international immersion phases.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.08 to the US Dollar, 22.42 to the British Pound, and 19.79 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,107.13 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 103,654.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.08 to the US Dollar, 22.42 to the British Pound, and 19.79 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,107.13 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 103,654.00.
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Local: 104 words (40%), National: 0 words (0%), International: 154 words (60%)