News Bulletin of 25 August 2025, 8am

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Woman of Stature Awards SA invites female entrepreneurs and change-makers to enter or be nominated
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The Woman of Stature Awards South Africa is inviting female entrepreneurs and change-makers from across industries and communities to enter or be nominated.
Nominations for the for its 2026 season have officially opened.
The awards celebrate women who are driving economic growth, creating jobs, and transforming communities in the country.
Nominees will first compete in regional categories.
The winners from each region will then go on to compete for the overall national award in their respective categories.
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SA Job Seekers Movement changing lives of young people in Alex
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With the rising unemployment in South Africa, young people in Alexandra are finding jobs through the SA Job Seekers Movement.
Over 16 individuals have secured jobs this year, with many more gaining exposure to employment opportunities in the retail sector.
The movement recently launched a door-to-door campaign in Sandton, delivering CVs and engaging with employers to tackle unemployment among those with limited qualifications.
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SA-born Jordyn Pillay shines at New Zealand's 2025 Race Unity Speech Awards
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South African-born Jordyn Pillay has won top honors at New Zealand's 2025 Race Unity Speech Awards.
The 16-year-old, originally from Phoenix in Durban , delivered a powerful speech that captured the attention of both judges and audiences.
The awards inspire young people to discuss and promote unity and social cohesion in their communities.
Jordyn’s presentation stood out from 150 student entries in New Zealand.
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Financial Indicators
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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 67.93 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 112,257.00.
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Tatjana Smith wins Sports Woman and Sports Star of the Year
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Tatjana Smith, who recently retired from swimming, has won the Sports Woman and Sports Star of the Year at the South African Sport Awards.
Para athletes, Simoné Kruger and Mpumelelo Mhlongo, were named sportswoman and sportsman of the year with a disability, respectively.
Medalists from the Paris Games were the big winners on the 18th edition of the awards, which were themed "Celebrating Sporting Excellence".
The 4-time Olympian says representing the country has been special:
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Split analysis
Local: 62 words (31%), National: 76 words (38%), International: 62 words (31%)