News Bulletin of 14 July 2025, 8am

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Pan African Payment Boss Emphasizes Innovation for African Trade Growth
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Pan African Payment and Settlement System CEO John Bosco Sebabi has highlights the importance of innovation in Africa’s payment systems in order to accelerate intra-African trade and deepen financial inclusion.
Sebabi was speaking on the sidelines of the Standard Bank Africa Unlocked Business & Commercial Banking conference in Cape Town on Friday.
Held under the theme “Business Shaping Africa’s Tomorrow” the event explores the continent’s vast potential and the role of commercial banking in its development.
Conference delegates explored Africa's opportunities and challenges with discussions on the trends that the continent needs to be aware of in order to navigate a changing world and achieve its economic goals:
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Mrs South Africa 2025 Top 30 Finalists Revealed
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30 finalists for the 2025 Mrs South Africa pageant have officially been announced following a competitive semi-final round which was held at Hotel Sky in Sandton.
The semi-final showcase which began on the 2nd of July included empowerment workshops, presentations and in-depth judging sessions.
The finalists were announced after three days of closed interviews, workshops and rehearsals.
The contestants were assessed on leadership potential, community involvement and communication skills.
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Morocco's Marrakech Festival Honors Popular Artists
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The Marrakech Festival of Popular Arts recently took place in Morocco honouring the legacy of popular artists.
This festival is dedicated to preserving Morocco's rich cultural heritage and highlighting the country artistic traditions.
Artistic groups from across Morocco perform live music and dance showcasing folk traditions at historic venues like El Badi Palace and Jemaa El-Fnaa Square during the festival.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.92 to the US Dollar, 24.19 to the British Pound, and 20.95 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,355.27 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 70.49 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 122,180.00.
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919 FM is calling on listeners to share their creative solutions to improve the City of Johannesburg.
The station is partnering with Sandton-based businesses to reward the best idea with a R2500 prize.
Listeners are encouraged to submit their ideas on various challenges facing the city, including safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.
To participate, simply WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919.
The best ideas will be featured live on air throughout the week and the winner will be announced at the end of the month.
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