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Takealot Group signs MoU with higher education & training department
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Takealot Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Higher Education and Training Department to boost youth skills development and bridge education-to-employment gaps.
The agreement, signed by Deputy Minister Dr. Mimmy Gondwe, will deliver training through the Takealot Township Economy Initiative, offering students opportunities in logistics, e-commerce, and digital business.
Key areas include expanding Takealot’s bursary programme, distributing textbooks via its network, supporting township entrepreneurs through SETAs, and strengthening TVET and Community College programmes.
The online retailer says the partnership aims to create employment and prepare young South Africans for the digital economy.
The agreement, signed by Deputy Minister Dr. Mimmy Gondwe, will deliver training through the Takealot Township Economy Initiative, offering students opportunities in logistics, e-commerce, and digital business.
Key areas include expanding Takealot’s bursary programme, distributing textbooks via its network, supporting township entrepreneurs through SETAs, and strengthening TVET and Community College programmes.
The online retailer says the partnership aims to create employment and prepare young South Africans for the digital economy.
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National Heritage Council recognizes outstanding contributions
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The National Heritage Council has honoured individuals, organisations and communities that continue to uplift and uphold cultural practices.
The 12th annual Golden Shield Heritage Awards, held in Mbombela on Friday, saw cultural leaders and community builders celebrate the country's rich diverse heritage.
National Heritage Council Chair Tau Masemola says the awards aim to encourage people to embrace their heritage:
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The 12th annual Golden Shield Heritage Awards, held in Mbombela on Friday, saw cultural leaders and community builders celebrate the country's rich diverse heritage.
National Heritage Council Chair Tau Masemola says the awards aim to encourage people to embrace their heritage:
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Dr Zanele Ntshidi puts SA in spotlight with her Smart Irrigation Tool
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South Africa’s Dr Zanele Ntshidi has put the country in the spotlight at the 4th World Irrigation Forum, with her Smart Irrigation Tool.
Ntshidi's team’s Decision Support System for irrigation scheduling, earned the Forum’s Wastage Award for Innovative Water Management.
The tool helps farmers use water more efficiently by calculating exactly how much their crops need, taking into account plant water requirements, crop type, local climate conditions, and expected yield.
By giving precise irrigation recommendations, it not only saves water but also helps farmers get the best possible harvest.
Ntshidi's team’s Decision Support System for irrigation scheduling, earned the Forum’s Wastage Award for Innovative Water Management.
The tool helps farmers use water more efficiently by calculating exactly how much their crops need, taking into account plant water requirements, crop type, local climate conditions, and expected yield.
By giving precise irrigation recommendations, it not only saves water but also helps farmers get the best possible harvest.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.35 to the US Dollar, 23.36 to the British Pound, and 20.37 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,684.92 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.17 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 112,688.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.35 to the US Dollar, 23.36 to the British Pound, and 20.37 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,684.92 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.17 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 112,688.00.
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