News Bulletin of 22 August 2025, 10am

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Africa’s First Peelable Billboard Launches To Tear Down Barriers To Financial Inclusion In SA
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TransUnion has unveiled Africa’s first-ever peelable billboard, as part of its powerful new campaign, ‘Be the Reason Things Change’.
The striking, interactive installation removes symbolic barriers to financial inclusion for millions of South Africans.
Located at Melrose Arch by the entrance from Corlett Drive the billboard invites members of the public to peel away layers representing fear, misinformation, and exclusion.
Each of the 500-peeled strips reveals a QR code unlocking a free e-learning credit education course valued at 2-thousand-rand each.
For those who missed the launch, a digital version of the billboard will go live next week Tuesday, allowing another 4-thousand-500 South Africans to take part virtually.
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MSC Cruises Donates Food Surplus to Local Charity
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A team from the MSC Cruises recently visited South Africa to test local suppliers' products for the upcoming cruise season.
As part of their visit, they donated surplus food, including meats and dry products, to Little Eden, in Johannesburg.
The global cruise line has donated to charity for the third year, reducing food waste and supporting the community.
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Women Scientists & Researchers Honoured At South African Women in Science Awards
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Women scientists and researchers have been honoured at an award ceremony in Bloemfontein last night.
The prestigious South African Women in Science Awards celebrate excellence and innovation among the country's top female scientists and researchers.
The event not only honours their groundbreaking work but also aims to inspire the next generation of young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Nomalungelo Gina says the awards highlight the need to amplify women's voices and promote inclusivity in science and leadership:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.71 to the US Dollar, 23.75 to the British Pound, and 20.54 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,339.95 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.78 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 113,144.00.
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13th Edition Of The ICC Women's Cricket World Cup
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The 13th edition of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup will be held in India and Sri Lanka from 30 September to 2 November.
The tournament will see each team play seven group-stage matches against every other side, with the top four advancing to the knockout stages.
Proteas Women batter Tazmin Brits has expressed her excitement about the team's participation:
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