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Gauteng Education assures parents unplaced learners will be accommodated
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The Gauteng Department of Education says it is acting swiftly to make sure all learners start the school year smoothly.
Education spokesperson Steve Mabona says the department is using temporary classrooms and preparing additional satellite schools, a tried-and-tested approach that lets learners begin schooling while teams finalise long-term solutions across districts.
Parents whose children are still awaiting placement are urged to remain patient as the process continues. Premier Panyaza Lesufi adds they are hard at work to ensure every child is accommodated
Education spokesperson Steve Mabona says the department is using temporary classrooms and preparing additional satellite schools, a tried-and-tested approach that lets learners begin schooling while teams finalise long-term solutions across districts.
Parents whose children are still awaiting placement are urged to remain patient as the process continues. Premier Panyaza Lesufi adds they are hard at work to ensure every child is accommodated
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Rustenburg resident transforms neglected field into community park
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A 68-year-old Rustenburg resident, Otukile Motshwaedi, has spent over R200,000 of his own money turning an overgrown, neglected field near his home into a safe, well-maintained community park.
Motshwaedi cleared the land, landscaped it, and installed concrete barriers to protect it, creating a space where families and neighbours can enjoy nature and outdoor activities.
His dedication has turned a neglected area into a vibrant community space, showing the power of one person’s vision to bring people together and enhance their surroundings.
Motshwaedi cleared the land, landscaped it, and installed concrete barriers to protect it, creating a space where families and neighbours can enjoy nature and outdoor activities.
His dedication has turned a neglected area into a vibrant community space, showing the power of one person’s vision to bring people together and enhance their surroundings.
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Gerda Steyn gears up for Two Oceans Marathon
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South African running star Gerda Steyn is preparing for this year’s Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon on April 10.
A member of the exclusive Blue Number Club, Steyn has six victories in the 56-kilometre race, including several in course-record time. She says her blue number reminds her of her long-term dedication to running and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
As she trains for the upcoming marathon, Steyn encourages all runners to persevere, saying the Blue Number symbolizes commitment, longevity, and the rewards of chasing personal goals.
A member of the exclusive Blue Number Club, Steyn has six victories in the 56-kilometre race, including several in course-record time. She says her blue number reminds her of her long-term dedication to running and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
As she trains for the upcoming marathon, Steyn encourages all runners to persevere, saying the Blue Number symbolizes commitment, longevity, and the rewards of chasing personal goals.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.42 to the US Dollar, 22.06 to the British Pound, and 19.09 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,591.83 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.52 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 96,784.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.42 to the US Dollar, 22.06 to the British Pound, and 19.09 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,591.83 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.52 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 96,784.00.
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