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Soshanguve power upgrades to improve electricity supply
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The Tshwane metro has stepped up efforts to strengthen the electricity network serving Soshanguve.
Ongoing projects include the construction of a new 132kV overhead power line, the upgrade of the IA Substation, and refurbishment of the JJ and W Substations.
These upgrades aim to transfer half the load from the ageing IA Substation to the new JJ Substation, reduce frequent outages, and improve reliability for high-demand areas.
Additional work includes underground cable installations linking substations and replacement of vandalised switchgear panels.
The metro says these initiatives demonstrate a long-term commitment to stable, safe electricity supply for the Soshanguve communities, with full completion expected in 2026.
Ongoing projects include the construction of a new 132kV overhead power line, the upgrade of the IA Substation, and refurbishment of the JJ and W Substations.
These upgrades aim to transfer half the load from the ageing IA Substation to the new JJ Substation, reduce frequent outages, and improve reliability for high-demand areas.
Additional work includes underground cable installations linking substations and replacement of vandalised switchgear panels.
The metro says these initiatives demonstrate a long-term commitment to stable, safe electricity supply for the Soshanguve communities, with full completion expected in 2026.
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South African football legends inducted into Hall of Fame
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Seven of South Africa’s greatest footballers and a celebrated coach have been inducted into the South African Hall of Fame.
The ceremony took place at Silverstar Casino in Krugersdorp and honoured icons including Kaizer Chiefs legends Doctor Khumalo and Mark Williams, as well as Mark Fish, the late Phil Masinga, and the late coach Clive Barker.
Other inductees included former Bafana Bafana captain Aaron Mokoena and Banyana Banyana captain Janine van Wyk.
With Khumalo and Williams included, seven Kaizer Chiefs greats are now in the Hall of Fame.
The inductees are celebrated for their achievements on the field and their lasting impact on South African football.
The ceremony took place at Silverstar Casino in Krugersdorp and honoured icons including Kaizer Chiefs legends Doctor Khumalo and Mark Williams, as well as Mark Fish, the late Phil Masinga, and the late coach Clive Barker.
Other inductees included former Bafana Bafana captain Aaron Mokoena and Banyana Banyana captain Janine van Wyk.
With Khumalo and Williams included, seven Kaizer Chiefs greats are now in the Hall of Fame.
The inductees are celebrated for their achievements on the field and their lasting impact on South African football.
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Pope calls for global focus on the poor
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Pope Leo XIV has urged world leaders not to overlook vulnerable communities as the Catholic Church marked the Jubilee of the Poor.
During mass at St Peter’s Basilica, he said the Church continues to face old and new forms of poverty and hopes to remain a place of welcome and justice.
The observance coincided with the World Day of the Poor, first introduced in 2017.
After the service, the Pope shared lunch at the Vatican with more than 1 300 homeless, disadvantaged and disabled people, as well as refugees.
He called on nations to respond to the struggles of the poorest, noting that peace is closely tied to justice and inclusion.
During mass at St Peter’s Basilica, he said the Church continues to face old and new forms of poverty and hopes to remain a place of welcome and justice.
The observance coincided with the World Day of the Poor, first introduced in 2017.
After the service, the Pope shared lunch at the Vatican with more than 1 300 homeless, disadvantaged and disabled people, as well as refugees.
He called on nations to respond to the struggles of the poorest, noting that peace is closely tied to justice and inclusion.
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The Rand is trading at 0.00 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 91,262.00.
The Rand is trading at 0.00 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 91,262.00.
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