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Sagda launches Shades Day 2025 campaign with immersive event
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The South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind has kicked off its Shades Day 2025 campaign with a powerful launch event, "Around the World in 4 Senses."
The event allowed guests to experience life without sight through a blindfolded walk, engaging their senses of taste, smell, touch, and hearing.
On October 17, South Africans are encouraged to wear their coolest sunglasses and show support by purchasing a R20 Shades Day sticker, which funds critical programmes for people with visual impairments.
The campaign aims to raise awareness about protecting eyes from UV rays and support Sagda's life-changing work.
The event allowed guests to experience life without sight through a blindfolded walk, engaging their senses of taste, smell, touch, and hearing.
On October 17, South Africans are encouraged to wear their coolest sunglasses and show support by purchasing a R20 Shades Day sticker, which funds critical programmes for people with visual impairments.
The campaign aims to raise awareness about protecting eyes from UV rays and support Sagda's life-changing work.
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SA to get R1 trillion infrastructure boost
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Deputy President Paul Mashatile says government will to invest over 1-trillion-rand in public infrastructure over next 3-years.
He addressed a Public Works and Infrastructure Minister and MECs event in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, yesterday.
Mashatile says infrastructure service delivery goes beyond merely constructing roads, bridges, or buildings; it is about laying the foundation for a prosperous and sustainable future:
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He addressed a Public Works and Infrastructure Minister and MECs event in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, yesterday.
Mashatile says infrastructure service delivery goes beyond merely constructing roads, bridges, or buildings; it is about laying the foundation for a prosperous and sustainable future:
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Alexandra Field Band Foundation shines at talent show
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The Alexandra Field Band Foundation's recently held talent show celebrated community and music, going beyond its fundraising purpose.
Young band members at Skeen Primary School showcased their skills, impressing the audience with their talent.
A highlight of the event came when band members invited parents to join them on stage, handing over instruments and guiding them through a joyful rhythm.
The event not only raised funds for uniforms and a training camp but also showcased the dedication and talent of the young musicians.
Young band members at Skeen Primary School showcased their skills, impressing the audience with their talent.
A highlight of the event came when band members invited parents to join them on stage, handing over instruments and guiding them through a joyful rhythm.
The event not only raised funds for uniforms and a training camp but also showcased the dedication and talent of the young musicians.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.34 to the US Dollar, 23.51 to the British Pound, and 20.44 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,658.25 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.06 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 116,981.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.34 to the US Dollar, 23.51 to the British Pound, and 20.44 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,658.25 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.06 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 116,981.00.
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