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Joburg Braces for Major G20 Traffic Disruptions
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Authorities are urging Gauteng residents to plan ahead as Johannesburg prepares to host world leaders for the G20 Summit this weekend.
A wide network of closures and rolling traffic restrictions will be in place till the 23rd November, affecting major highways and key routes across Johannesburg, Tshwane, and Ekurhuleni.
Law enforcement says the measures are part of heightened security to ensure a safe and incident free gathering.
Motorists can expect full closures when official convoys move through, with delays of up to an hour in some areas.
Clear signage, traffic officers, and real time updates will guide road users, and emergency services will retain access. Residents are encouraged to allow extra travel time and use alternative routes to avoid congestion.
A wide network of closures and rolling traffic restrictions will be in place till the 23rd November, affecting major highways and key routes across Johannesburg, Tshwane, and Ekurhuleni.
Law enforcement says the measures are part of heightened security to ensure a safe and incident free gathering.
Motorists can expect full closures when official convoys move through, with delays of up to an hour in some areas.
Clear signage, traffic officers, and real time updates will guide road users, and emergency services will retain access. Residents are encouraged to allow extra travel time and use alternative routes to avoid congestion.
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WHO Launches Global Awareness Day to Eliminate Cervical Cancer
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The World Health Organization has marked the first ever World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day to accelerate efforts to end cervical cancer as a public health problem.
South Africa has vaccinated six million girls through its school-based HPV programme since 2014 and will now extend it to private and independent schools, following WHO’s single-dose guidelines.
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi said the next phase will focus on stronger screening, treatment, and community engagement to address vaccine hesitancy.
Experts highlighted the need for innovations like self-sampling and stressed that political commitment must translate into effective delivery to protect women’s health.
South Africa has vaccinated six million girls through its school-based HPV programme since 2014 and will now extend it to private and independent schools, following WHO’s single-dose guidelines.
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi said the next phase will focus on stronger screening, treatment, and community engagement to address vaccine hesitancy.
Experts highlighted the need for innovations like self-sampling and stressed that political commitment must translate into effective delivery to protect women’s health.
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Fela Kuti Exhibition Brings Afrobeat Legacy to Lagos
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An exhibition on Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti has opened in Lagos, presenting the African debut of a show developed by the Philharmonie de Paris.
The display includes 440 items, such as personal memorabilia, photographs, paintings and videos of Fela’s performances. Visitors can hear live music from Nigerian artists and purchase replicas of his colourful underwear.
The event reports on Fela’s music, activism and influence on Nigerian culture, noting how his fusion of jazz, funk and West African rhythms continues to inspire musicians today.
Attendees can learn about his life and legacy while experiencing the Afrobeat culture in Lagos.
The display includes 440 items, such as personal memorabilia, photographs, paintings and videos of Fela’s performances. Visitors can hear live music from Nigerian artists and purchase replicas of his colourful underwear.
The event reports on Fela’s music, activism and influence on Nigerian culture, noting how his fusion of jazz, funk and West African rhythms continues to inspire musicians today.
Attendees can learn about his life and legacy while experiencing the Afrobeat culture in Lagos.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.15 to the US Dollar, 22.49 to the British Pound, and 19.79 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,098.69 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 63.51 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 90,509.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.15 to the US Dollar, 22.49 to the British Pound, and 19.79 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,098.69 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 63.51 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 90,509.00.
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