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AA rally in Alberton to raise awareness about alcoholism
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Alcoholics Anonymous will host a public rally in Alberton next month to raise awareness about alcoholism and offer support to those struggling with alcohol dependence.
The JWRA District 4 AA Rally takes place on February 21 at Bracken Park Hall in Brackenhurst.
Organisers say the event aims to reach people who may believe they have a drinking problem, and to provide information, guidance and hope.
The programme will feature speakers from different backgrounds sharing their experiences of recovery.
The JWRA District 4 AA Rally takes place on February 21 at Bracken Park Hall in Brackenhurst.
Organisers say the event aims to reach people who may believe they have a drinking problem, and to provide information, guidance and hope.
The programme will feature speakers from different backgrounds sharing their experiences of recovery.
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Mellon Educate and community tackle literacy crisis
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450 volunteers and community members in the Western Cape, are working with Mellon Educate to improve early-grade reading through Literacy Hubs.
The hubs provide tutoring, digital learning, and classrooms filled with books, helping thousands of children.
Public and corporate support covers resources, while 90 percent of young tutors were previously unemployed, creating jobs alongside learning.
Evaluations show literacy scores can improve by 40 to 50 percent in a year.
The initiative aligns with the Western Cape Education Department and President Ramaphosa’s Basic Education Employment Initiative, aiming to reach one million learners nationwide by 2035.
The hubs provide tutoring, digital learning, and classrooms filled with books, helping thousands of children.
Public and corporate support covers resources, while 90 percent of young tutors were previously unemployed, creating jobs alongside learning.
Evaluations show literacy scores can improve by 40 to 50 percent in a year.
The initiative aligns with the Western Cape Education Department and President Ramaphosa’s Basic Education Employment Initiative, aiming to reach one million learners nationwide by 2035.
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Waterfall City named Africa’s Best Masterplan for second year
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Waterfall City in Midrand has won the African title for Best Masterplan at the International Property Awards for 2025–2026, marking the second year in a row it has claimed the honour.
The awards recognise large-scale developments that combine multiple uses, including residential, retail, commercial, and public spaces, and are judged on architecture, land use, sustainability, energy efficiency, and innovation.
Waterfall City was praised for its people-focused design and commitment to creating spaces that enhance public life.
The award was announced at the ceremony held at the Savoy Hotel in London yesterday.
The awards recognise large-scale developments that combine multiple uses, including residential, retail, commercial, and public spaces, and are judged on architecture, land use, sustainability, energy efficiency, and innovation.
Waterfall City was praised for its people-focused design and commitment to creating spaces that enhance public life.
The award was announced at the ceremony held at the Savoy Hotel in London yesterday.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.45 to the US Dollar,22.12 to the British Pound, and 19.30 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,745.29 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 63.94 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 90,319.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.45 to the US Dollar,22.12 to the British Pound, and 19.30 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,745.29 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 63.94 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 90,319.00.
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