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6th PASA International Payments Conference 2025 held in Sandton
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South Africa is currently hosting the 6th PASA International Payments Conference 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre.
The two-day event brings together more than 780 delegates and 70 speakers to discuss the future of payments, including digital transaction innovation and national payment system reforms.
Experts say the gathering is critical as South Africa navigates global economic shifts and advances financial inclusion amid rapid technological change in the payments sector.
The two-day event brings together more than 780 delegates and 70 speakers to discuss the future of payments, including digital transaction innovation and national payment system reforms.
Experts say the gathering is critical as South Africa navigates global economic shifts and advances financial inclusion amid rapid technological change in the payments sector.
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NECSA reports R125.2 million net profit after tax
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The South African Nuclear Energy Corporation has reported a net profit after tax of some 125.2-million-rand for the financial year ending in March 2025.
This represents an improvement from the previous year.
NECSA’s mission is to develop, utilise and manage nuclear technology for national and regional socio-economic development through applied research and development.
Speaking to Newzroom Afrika Group CEO Loyiso Tyabashe says at the core of their turnaround strategy is financial sustainability, efficient operations and good governance:
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This represents an improvement from the previous year.
NECSA’s mission is to develop, utilise and manage nuclear technology for national and regional socio-economic development through applied research and development.
Speaking to Newzroom Afrika Group CEO Loyiso Tyabashe says at the core of their turnaround strategy is financial sustainability, efficient operations and good governance:
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Betway Cares Foundation launches Voices of Her
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The Betway Cares Foundation has unveiled Voices of Her, a groundbreaking national mentorship and vocal talent development programme aimed at empowering young female artists across South Africa.
The 12-week initiative is designed to support women between the age of 20 to 35 from disadvantaged communities, providing them with training in vocal skills, songwriting, branding, and music business management.
Applications are now open nationwide, with 12 talented finalists set to be announced on October 24.
The 12-week initiative is designed to support women between the age of 20 to 35 from disadvantaged communities, providing them with training in vocal skills, songwriting, branding, and music business management.
Applications are now open nationwide, with 12 talented finalists set to be announced on October 24.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.33 to the US Dollar, 23.27 to the British Pound, and 20.25 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,232.91 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 60.71 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 106,779.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.33 to the US Dollar, 23.27 to the British Pound, and 20.25 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,232.91 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 60.71 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 106,779.00.
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