News Bulletin of 2 July 2025, 7am

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Two New Online Stores Launched in South Africa
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The Trade and Industry Department has launched 2-new online stores in South Africa featuring Proudly South African products and services.
The Shop Proudly SA, and the Market Access Platform will help boost support for Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises and locally manufactured goods and services.
These will house over 1700 locally made products covering all sectors in the country.
Proudly SA CEO Eustace Mashimbye says the launch also aims to reduce the high failure rate of small businesses in SA:
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Hyde Park High School's Musical Theatre, Dance, and Cultural Production
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Hyde Park High School's musical theatre, dance, and cultural department is gearing up for a spectacular showcase with the original production "Step It Up."
The highly anticipated event takes place on the 25 and 26 of this month promising to be an unforgettable experience.
Talented high school learners will take to the stage, showcasing their passion for dance and music in this vibrant production.
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World Leaders Convene For 4 day Conference on Sustainable Development
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Amid international crises ranging from climate change to war and poverty world leaders came together in Spain on Monday for a 4-day conference on sustainable development and how to solve the world's crises.
The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development kicked off with the adoption of the Sevilla Commitment which is a document highlighting the leaders' will to pursue action in favour of the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda.
Leaders will seek ways to close the current 4-trillion-dollar gap in funding for the Sustainable Development Goals a UN framework that outlines ways to solve key crises such as poverty, global hunger, and climate change.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.67 to the US Dollar, 24.20 to the British Pound, and 20.80 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,321.13 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.58 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 107,619.00.
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Win R2500
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919 FM is calling on listeners to share their creative solutions to improve the City of Johannesburg. The radio station is partnering with Sandton-based businesses to reward the best idea with a R2500 prize.
Listeners are encouraged to submit their ideas on various challenges facing the city, including safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.
To participate, simply WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919.
The best ideas will be featured live on air throughout the week and the winner will be announced at the end of the month.
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