News Bulletin of 25 August 2025, 6am

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3rd annual African Critical Minerals Summit gets underway today
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The 3rd annual African Critical Minerals Summit gets underway today in Johannesburg.
The event brings together stakeholders, industry experts, policymakers and investors to explore opportunities in rare minerals to boost developing economies.
Summit Director, Tshego Motsoenyane, says this year’s summit will bring together leading mine experts to tackle the challenges in the industry, promote responsible practices and encourage innovation and investments.
Motsoenyane has highlighted the importance of the summit in promoting collaboration to responsibly and sustainably develop Africa's mineral wealth.
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Walking the Walk initiative brings joy to learners at Witkoppen Primary School
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The Walking the Walk initiative delivered 90 new pairs of school shoes to learners at Witkoppen Primary School, bringing joy and dignity to children.
This is thanks to the collaborative efforts of Douglasdale SAPS, the CPF, NCVT, and local sponsors.
Sponsors like TRSS and Aircon Centre praised Warrant Officer Nicholas Mokwena who played a key role in supporting the learners for his act of kindness, helping turn this gesture into a meaningful community effort.
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Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality hosts "New Age Boxing Extravaganza Mega" tournament
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The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality hosted the "New Age Boxing Extravaganza Mega" tournament over the weekend, where top boxers from Malawi competed against local talent from the region.
The tournament featured an elimination fight between female boxers, Okuhle Mthi and Mphatso Metaudzu from Malawi.
Boxing promoter Boniswa Lamani:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.43 to the US Dollar, 23.57 to the British Pound, and 20.42 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,372.30 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.82 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 112,994.00.
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Harare confirmed host city for 263 Culture Fest
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Harare in Zimbabwe has been confirmed as the host city for the 263 Culture Fest, scheduled for October 18.
The event will feature a lineup of prominent artists, including Major League DJz and A-Reece.
Organisers say more South African headline acts will be announced in the coming weeks
The festival will also support Breast Cancer Awareness Month and local children's homes, and include a creative industry workshop.
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