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City Power's Free Basic Electricity Programme
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City Power is calling on qualifying residents to urgently register for its Free Basic Electricity Programme---- which is designed to provide relief to low-income households.
The programme aims to benefit 130-thousand indigent households across Johannesburg---- offering 50-kilowatt of free electricity monthly.
The utility's Public Relations and Communication General Manager Isaac Mangena says eligible customers will receive monthly electricity allocations at no cost to cover essential household needs such as lighting, cooking, and heating.
The programme targets vulnerable groups including pensioners, child-headed homes, and individuals earning below the average salary.
Residents who qualify are urged to register for the programme before the deadline on July 31st.
The programme aims to benefit 130-thousand indigent households across Johannesburg---- offering 50-kilowatt of free electricity monthly.
The utility's Public Relations and Communication General Manager Isaac Mangena says eligible customers will receive monthly electricity allocations at no cost to cover essential household needs such as lighting, cooking, and heating.
The programme targets vulnerable groups including pensioners, child-headed homes, and individuals earning below the average salary.
Residents who qualify are urged to register for the programme before the deadline on July 31st.
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Clean Cities and Towns Integrated Service Delivery Programme
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Deputy President Paul Mashatile yesterday spearheaded the Clean Cities and Towns integrated service delivery programme in a municipality near Welkom--in the Free State Province.
The initiative launched last month in Gauteng, aims to promote cleaner, greener and more inclusive urban and rural spaces nationwide.
The campaign encourages community members to participate in cleaning activities promoting a sense of community spirit as well as pride among residents.
This is what Mashatile had to say:
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The initiative launched last month in Gauteng, aims to promote cleaner, greener and more inclusive urban and rural spaces nationwide.
The campaign encourages community members to participate in cleaning activities promoting a sense of community spirit as well as pride among residents.
This is what Mashatile had to say:
*sound*
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Tyme Bank Gets Recognition From Time Magazine
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South African digital banking pioneer Tyme Bank has been recognized as one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential Companies for 2025.
This prestigious honor places Tyme Bank alongside global tech giants such as Apple, Open AI, and TikTok.
With over 11 million customers, the bank has become one of the fastest-growing retail banks in Africa.
This prestigious honor places Tyme Bank alongside global tech giants such as Apple, Open AI, and TikTok.
With over 11 million customers, the bank has become one of the fastest-growing retail banks in Africa.
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Financial Indicators headline
Financial Indicators
Financial indicators
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 67.66 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 107,605.00.
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 67.66 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 107,605.00.
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