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Thabo Mbeki Honoured in Grand 83rd Birthday Gala
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Friends and family of former President Thabo Mbeki attended a gala dinner in celebration of the former President's 83rd birthday at the Sandton Convention Centre.
The celebration served as a tribute to Mbeki’s enduring legacy in South Africa and on the global stage.
The evening was marked by heartfelt musical performances, and reflections on Mbeki’s contributions to the nation—both as a statesman and as a champion of African unity.
Guests spoke of the former President's pivotal role and commitment in advancing peace, economic development and pan-African cooperation.
Mbeki served as the second President of the New and democratic South Africa from June 1999 to September 2008.
The celebration served as a tribute to Mbeki’s enduring legacy in South Africa and on the global stage.
The evening was marked by heartfelt musical performances, and reflections on Mbeki’s contributions to the nation—both as a statesman and as a champion of African unity.
Guests spoke of the former President's pivotal role and commitment in advancing peace, economic development and pan-African cooperation.
Mbeki served as the second President of the New and democratic South Africa from June 1999 to September 2008.
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MEC Maile Launches Bold New Blueprint for Gauteng’s Growth
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MEC Lebogang Maile proudly launched Gauteng’s first-ever Municipal Economic Review and Outlook report at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
Developed in partnership with Ernst & Young, the MERO is a powerful tool that gives a full picture of Gauteng’s municipalities—covering jobs, crime, health, education, and the economy.
It helps leaders and investors make smart, data-driven decisions to unlock growth, improve services, and uplift communities.
MEC Maile described the launch as a positive step forward for Gauteng, highlighting the province’s commitment to evidence-based planning and stronger partnerships that build a better, more inclusive future for all.
Developed in partnership with Ernst & Young, the MERO is a powerful tool that gives a full picture of Gauteng’s municipalities—covering jobs, crime, health, education, and the economy.
It helps leaders and investors make smart, data-driven decisions to unlock growth, improve services, and uplift communities.
MEC Maile described the launch as a positive step forward for Gauteng, highlighting the province’s commitment to evidence-based planning and stronger partnerships that build a better, more inclusive future for all.
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SAA Climbs Global Rankings in 2025 Airline Awards
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South African Airways has been ranked among the top 100 airlines in the world, continuing its upward trajectory in the Skytrax Airline Awards.
The ranking is based on the world’s largest, annual airline passenger satisfaction survey, which is not restricted to a pre-selected choice of airline.
SAA ranked 67th on the list, an improvement from 69th position in 2024.
Over 325 airlines were included in the 2025 survey.
The airline says it has continued to consolidate, fine-tune routes, improve customer service, and modernize its fleet.
The ranking is based on the world’s largest, annual airline passenger satisfaction survey, which is not restricted to a pre-selected choice of airline.
SAA ranked 67th on the list, an improvement from 69th position in 2024.
Over 325 airlines were included in the 2025 survey.
The airline says it has continued to consolidate, fine-tune routes, improve customer service, and modernize its fleet.
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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 77.49 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 101,271.00.
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 77.49 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 101,271.00.
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