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Eskom & BYD team up to boost SA's electric vehicle drive
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Eskom and BYD Auto South Africa are joining forces to support the country's efforts to reduce carbon emissions from transport and make South Africa a hub for electric vehicles.
The 2 have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation, to drive electric vehicle adoption and support cleaner mobility.
The move follows the launch of the BYD Dolphin Surf, a compact, affordable all-electric vehicle.
Eskom’s spokesperson, Daphne Mokwena, says future discussions may also consider renewable-powered ultra-fast charging hubs, and recycling and repurposing used EV batteries for energy storage:
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The 2 have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation, to drive electric vehicle adoption and support cleaner mobility.
The move follows the launch of the BYD Dolphin Surf, a compact, affordable all-electric vehicle.
Eskom’s spokesperson, Daphne Mokwena, says future discussions may also consider renewable-powered ultra-fast charging hubs, and recycling and repurposing used EV batteries for energy storage:
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Joburg's EMS Aquatic Rescue Unit preparing for rainy summer season
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The City of Johannesburg's Emergency Medical Services Aquatic Rescue Unit is gearing up for the rainy summer season, ready to respond to water-related emergencies across the city.
Residents are urged to exercise caution and be safe around water bodies to prevent accidents.
The unit's preparedness aims to ensure a swift and effective response to any water-related emergencies that may arise during the summer months.
Residents are urged to exercise caution and be safe around water bodies to prevent accidents.
The unit's preparedness aims to ensure a swift and effective response to any water-related emergencies that may arise during the summer months.
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Hisense SA empowers 100 unemployed youth with year-long initiative
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Hisense South Africa has launched a year-long programme for 100 unemployed young people in Atlantis, in the Western Cape.
Targeting those aged 18 to 28, the initiative combines classroom learning with practical workplace training, leading to a Seta-accredited qualification.
The programme, facilitated by EduPower Skills Academy, covers both basic and advanced manufacturing as well as digital innovation, equipping participants with globally relevant skills.
Backed by industry partners and education authorities, the project addresses youth unemployment by creating real pathways into work.
Targeting those aged 18 to 28, the initiative combines classroom learning with practical workplace training, leading to a Seta-accredited qualification.
The programme, facilitated by EduPower Skills Academy, covers both basic and advanced manufacturing as well as digital innovation, equipping participants with globally relevant skills.
Backed by industry partners and education authorities, the project addresses youth unemployment by creating real pathways into work.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.38 to the US Dollar, 23.68 to the British Pound, and 20.54 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,681.79 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.61 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 117,261.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.38 to the US Dollar, 23.68 to the British Pound, and 20.54 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,681.79 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.61 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 117,261.00.
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