News Bulletin of 20 December 2025, 8am

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Africa’s first digital twin and AI Creator Workshop hosted in Woodmead
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The continent’s first Digital Twin and AI Creator Enablement Workshop was recently hosted in Woodmead.

The workshop brought together more than 20 award-winning South African digital creators, collectively reaching an audience of over 15m followers.

The workshop equipped local digital creators with cutting edge technology, signaling a shift in how Africa's creative economy competes on the global stage.

Creators were introduced to AI-powered digital versions of themselves, designed to help scale content, automate workflows, and unlock new monetisation opportunities without sacrificing authenticity.
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Mary Vilakazi and Mpumi Madisa named among Forbes’ 100 most powerful women
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South Africa’s Business leaders Mary Vilakazi and Mpumi Madisa were named among Forbes’ 2025 World’s 100 Most Powerful Women.

Ranked 74th and 89th respectively, the FirstRand and Bidvest CEOs exemplify a new generation of South African leadership defined by resilience, strategic expertise and purpose.

Their recognition signals increasing global confidence in South African executives and underscores the rise of women leaders who combine commercial excellence with meaningful impact.

The women represent a generation of leaders who lead with empathy, technical mastery and an unwavering commitment to the growth of the African continent.
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Tshwane confirms recovery of Palmiet water supply
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The City of Tshwane says the recovery of the Palmiet water supply system is underway, following Rand Water's scheduled maintenance.

The City however warns that progress remains uneven.
Water is steadily re-entering the network, however pressure restoration and reservoir replenishments are happening gradually.

The City says some areas will continue to experience low water pressure due to elevation challenges.

The capital City has deployed water tankers to affected areas and apologized for the inconvenience urging residents to remain patient.
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TikTok hosts Its first ever US award show
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Social media giant TikTok hosted its first award show in the United States this Thursday.

The move follows five years of award shows that were held across more than 20 countries, making this the first edition that is dedicated to US based creators.

The awards celebrate the creators, viral moments and trends that defined the platform over the past year, representing TikTok’s most ambitious effort yet to transform digital virality into a full-scale mainstream awards spectacle.

TikTok continues to play a pivotal role in the entertainment landscape, standing as one of the most influential digital platforms globally.
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