News Bulletin of 21 August 2025, 12pm

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Medal Winners Announced at Eskom Expo
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A total of 16 gold, 32 silver and 47 bronze medals were awarded at the Eskom Expo for Young Scientists Ekurhuleni regional science fair.
130-projects were showcased at the fair by 174 young scientists in Grades 4-to-12 and Technical and Vocational Education and Training students.
The best innovation project went to Itumeleng Chiloane from Tuka Curious Minds Stem Club.
Eskom Expo executive director, Parthy Chetty, says the fair forms a vital part of South Africa’s broader strategy to invest in skills development.
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Education and Innovation Cornerstone Of Sustainable Energy Practices
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City Power’s spokesperson, Isaac Mangena, says the cornerstone of sustainable energy practices lies in education and innovation.
His comments come at the back of the recently held Schools Energy Efficiency and Demand Side Management Awards by the Joburg energy utility.
The awards followed the Energy Efficiency Schools competition, which inspired pupils to engage actively in the dynamic world of energy efficiency and renewable resources.
The programme encourages learners to explore practical solutions in energy efficiency and renewable resources, fostering a new generation of environmentally conscious thinkers.
City Power CEO Tshifularo Mashava:
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Tanzania Builds Stadium Ahead Of AFCON 2027
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Tanzania has started with the construction of a stunning new stadium worth $112 million ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Planned to seat 30-thousand spectators, the venue will be named after President Samia Suluhu Hassan and is expected to become a landmark for both sports and tourism in Arusha.
Tanzania will co-host the AFCON 2027 with Uganda and Kenya which will run across June and July.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.66 to the US Dollar, 23.76 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.45 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 113,470.00.
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Msaki & Sipho Hotstix Mabuse To Headline BMW Art Generation Vol. III
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Msaki and Sipho Hotstix Mabuse are set to headline the BMW Art Generation Vol. III on 30 August.
The event is returning to NIROX Sculpture Park with a bold and immersive program focused on celebration, dialogue and the poetics of possibility.
It is presented by FNB Art Joburg in partnership with BMW Group South Africa.
Attendees will have access to talks, exhibitions, and all programming.
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