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Johannesburg schools take action for cleaner air ahead of Earth Day
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Schools across Johannesburg are taking part in a citywide environmental campaign ahead of Earth Day, focusing on cleaner air and climate awareness.
The initiative, led by the Seriti Institute in partnership with Breathe Cities, the City of Johannesburg and community organisations, is being rolled out across several regions in the city.
Learners are participating in activities such as tree planting, recycling demonstrations and discussions on air pollution and its impact on health and communities.
Organisers say the aim is to build long term environmental awareness by encouraging young people to take practical action in their schools and neighbourhoods.
The initiative, led by the Seriti Institute in partnership with Breathe Cities, the City of Johannesburg and community organisations, is being rolled out across several regions in the city.
Learners are participating in activities such as tree planting, recycling demonstrations and discussions on air pollution and its impact on health and communities.
Organisers say the aim is to build long term environmental awareness by encouraging young people to take practical action in their schools and neighbourhoods.
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Netball SA expands national squad in boost for professional game
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Netball South Africa has named an expanded group of 17 contracted national players, along with seven training partners, in a move to strengthen the sport’s professional structure.
The initiative aims to boost competitiveness, improve squad depth, and create a stronger pathway for emerging talent to progress to senior level.
It builds on recent international progress, with a focus on long-term growth and consistency.
CEO Adam Brooke says the goal is to continue improving and growing netball in the country.
The initiative aims to boost competitiveness, improve squad depth, and create a stronger pathway for emerging talent to progress to senior level.
It builds on recent international progress, with a focus on long-term growth and consistency.
CEO Adam Brooke says the goal is to continue improving and growing netball in the country.
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Mall of Africa marks 10 years with 67 Blankets community initiative
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Mall of Africa is celebrating its 10th birthday with a community focused art installation in Midrand that will see materials donated to 67 Blankets for the Homeless.
The thread installation in the Crystal Court features contributions from tenants across the mall, symbolising connection between retail, food and entertainment spaces.
Once completed, the materials used in the artwork will be repurposed and donated to 67 Blankets, supporting their ongoing work to assist vulnerable communities.
The celebrations will also feature live entertainment, including a performance by Mi Casa as part of the milestone event.
The thread installation in the Crystal Court features contributions from tenants across the mall, symbolising connection between retail, food and entertainment spaces.
Once completed, the materials used in the artwork will be repurposed and donated to 67 Blankets, supporting their ongoing work to assist vulnerable communities.
The celebrations will also feature live entertainment, including a performance by Mi Casa as part of the milestone event.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.44 to the US Dollar, 22.23 to the British Pound, and 19.32 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,758.42 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 78,210.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.44 to the US Dollar, 22.23 to the British Pound, and 19.32 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,758.42 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 78,210.00.
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