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UP Researcher Makes History In Global Whale Conservation
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University of Pretoria professor Els Vermeulen has become the first South African appointed to a leadership position on the International Whaling Commission’s Scientific Committee for a six year term.
The committee brings together scientists from around the world to study whale populations, investigate threats to their survival and advise countries on conservation measures.
As head of UP’s Whale Unit, Professor Vermeulen hopes to strengthen Africa’s voice in global decisions affecting marine life.
The committee brings together scientists from around the world to study whale populations, investigate threats to their survival and advise countries on conservation measures.
As head of UP’s Whale Unit, Professor Vermeulen hopes to strengthen Africa’s voice in global decisions affecting marine life.
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Camps Bay Community Comes Together For Couple’s Wedding
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Camps Bay residents, businesses and community organisations have joined forces to organise a wedding for Jestelene Van Rooi and Mzwamadoda “Blacks” Mpengezi.
The couple, who previously experienced homelessness, now live in shelter accommodation and participate in a skills development programme run by non-profit organisation Ignisive, which supports people transitioning away from street life.
Community members contributed wedding clothing, flowers, a cake, catering and other essentials, while local church leaders conducted the ceremony. A police officer also escorted Jestelene down the aisle.
The couple, who previously experienced homelessness, now live in shelter accommodation and participate in a skills development programme run by non-profit organisation Ignisive, which supports people transitioning away from street life.
Community members contributed wedding clothing, flowers, a cake, catering and other essentials, while local church leaders conducted the ceremony. A police officer also escorted Jestelene down the aisle.
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My Kasie Film Screenings Brings Local Stories To The Big Screen
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My Kasie Film Screenings 2026 has showcased emerging filmmakers and their work in Sebokeng and Sharpeville, giving local audiences an opportunity to see stories rooted in their own communities.
The showcase invites township filmmakers to screen completed films in front of audiences who recognise the places, languages and experiences portrayed on screen. Project coordinator Faith Mokhema and filmmaker Tshepo Brown spoke to SABC News about the platform.
The initiative gives emerging filmmakers an opportunity to share their work with local audiences while celebrating township experiences and homegrown talent
The showcase invites township filmmakers to screen completed films in front of audiences who recognise the places, languages and experiences portrayed on screen. Project coordinator Faith Mokhema and filmmaker Tshepo Brown spoke to SABC News about the platform.
The initiative gives emerging filmmakers an opportunity to share their work with local audiences while celebrating township experiences and homegrown talent
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.36 to the US Dollar, 22.06 to the British Pound, and 18.50 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,074.77 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at per 108.82, and a Bitcoin will set you back 81,808.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.36 to the US Dollar, 22.06 to the British Pound, and 18.50 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,074.77 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at per 108.82, and a Bitcoin will set you back 81,808.00.
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