News Bulletin of 21 July 2025, 12pm

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Hospitality Industry Think Tank Set to Unite Key Stakeholders
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The third Hospitality Industry Think Tank will take place on August-8 at the Maslow Hotel in Sandton, bringing together key stakeholders in hospitality and tourism to address industry challenges and share innovations.
The event aims to collaborate on solutions to grow tourism sustainably and will feature participation from prominent industry brands.
This year's event is presented in partnership with several major brands and will welcome the Minister of Tourism.
Touching Dreams ambassador, Natasha-Lee Shunmugam:
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City of Johannesburg Holds Tariff Engagement Sessions
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The City of Johannesburg's Finance Department recently concluded stakeholder engagement sessions to discuss the city's approved tariffs for the 2025/26 financial year.
The sessions aimed to promote transparency and build partnerships with the media, businesses, and City councillors.
Key topics included cost-reflective tariffs, financial sustainability, and balancing affordability with reliable service delivery.
Resources, including presentations and a tariffs booklet, are available for download.
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The Recording Academy Opens Doors to 3,600 New Members
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The Recording Academy has invited nearly 3, 600 new members to join its 2025 class recognizing music professionals from diverse backgrounds and genres.
South African artist Siphokazi Jonas, a bestselling author, poet, producer and performer, is among the new members.
Jonas will have the opportunity to vote for the Grammy Awards and contribute to shaping the music industry's future.
She speaks about how it is being part of the members:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 0.00 to the US Dollar, 0.00 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 68.82 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 118,704.00.
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Win R2500
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919FM is calling on listeners to share their creative solutions to improve the City of Johannesburg.
The station is partnering with Sandton-based businesses to reward the best idea with a R2500 prize.
Listeners are encouraged to submit their ideas on various challenges facing the city, including safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.
To participate, simply WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919.
The best ideas will be featured live on air and the winner will be announced at the end of the month.
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