News Bulletin of 24 July 2025, 10am

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South Africa Unveils Digital System to Boost Recycling and Support Waste Pickers
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A digital platform has been launched in South Africa to track recyclable materials and manage transactions between waste pickers and buy-back centers.
BanQu, which is supported by PETCO and The Coca-Cola Foundation, sends waste pickers SMS with receipts giving them clear records of their earnings.
Already live in 10 centres, the system has tracked over 2,350 tonnes of recycled material worth 5.7-million-rand.
The platform aims to integrate informal workers into the recycling economy and promote a more inclusive and sustainable future.
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Randpark Ridge Christmas In July Market Brings Community Together
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The Randpark Ridge Shopping Centre hosted a festive Christmas in July market earlier this month filling the venue with joy and community spirit.
The event, organized in partnership with the Randpark Ridge Village Association, featured various stalls, entertainment, and charitable activities.
Local vendors showcased their products, and charities benefited from donations, including a pet food drive for the SPCA and animal rescues.
The event aimed to support local businesses and promote community giving.
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Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania Ready To Host The African Nations Championship
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Preparations to host the African Nations Championship across three East African countries are at an advanced stage ahead of its official kick-off on 2 August.
Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda are co-hosting the event.
Confirming the preparedness of the host countries the Confederation of African Football's General Secretary Mosengo-Omba says it's all systems go for the tournament:
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.55 to the US Dollar, 23.83 to the British Pound, and 20.65 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,422.33 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 69.04 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 118,239.00.
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Listeners are encouraged to submit their ideas on various challenges facing the city, including safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.
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The best ideas will be featured live on air and the winner will be announced at the end of the month.
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Local: 73 words (35%), National: 79 words (38%), International: 56 words (27%)