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Startup20 Chair Highlights Group's Role in Shaping Policies for Emerging Enterprises
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Chairperson of South Africa’s Startup20 Engagement Group, Vuyani Jarana has highlighted the importance of the Group in shaping policies that are responsive to the needs of emerging enterprises.
The Startup20 Engagement Group, a pivotal body operating under South Africa’s G20 Presidency, has officially launched its local chapter calling for increased support for start-ups and small businesses to boost inclusive economic growth.
Speaking at the inaugural Startup20 meeting held in Boksburg, east of Johannesburg, Jarana emphasized that startups and MSMEs are not just contributors to economic activity but are the lifeline of innovation and job creation:
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The Startup20 Engagement Group, a pivotal body operating under South Africa’s G20 Presidency, has officially launched its local chapter calling for increased support for start-ups and small businesses to boost inclusive economic growth.
Speaking at the inaugural Startup20 meeting held in Boksburg, east of Johannesburg, Jarana emphasized that startups and MSMEs are not just contributors to economic activity but are the lifeline of innovation and job creation:
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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.
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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Two Young South Africans Shine in Global App Challenge
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Two young men recently represented South Africa on the global stage as leading app developers.
13 year-old St John’s College student Ben Anderson and third year University of Pretoria student, Jason Mayo were recently selected as Swift Student Challenge winners a competition where students from around the world are tasked with using the Swift programming language from Apple to develop innovative applications which solve real-world problems.
Anderson 's innovative app simplifies school life with scheduling and textbook management while Mayo's Study Guard uses AI-generated flashcards to turn idle screen time into productive study sessions.
Out of the thousands of students around the world Ben and Jason were selected in the final group of 350-winners whose apps demonstrated excellence in innovation, creativity, and social impact, or inclusivity.
13 year-old St John’s College student Ben Anderson and third year University of Pretoria student, Jason Mayo were recently selected as Swift Student Challenge winners a competition where students from around the world are tasked with using the Swift programming language from Apple to develop innovative applications which solve real-world problems.
Anderson 's innovative app simplifies school life with scheduling and textbook management while Mayo's Study Guard uses AI-generated flashcards to turn idle screen time into productive study sessions.
Out of the thousands of students around the world Ben and Jason were selected in the final group of 350-winners whose apps demonstrated excellence in innovation, creativity, and social impact, or inclusivity.
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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 69.37 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 117,583.00.
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 69.37 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 117,583.00.
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