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Gautrain expansion to improve access across Gauteng
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The Gautrain Management Agency says its planned rail network expansion will give commuters in Soweto and other parts of the province faster and more reliable transport options.
The project aims to connect underserved communities to key economic hubs, helping ease traffic congestion and improve daily travel across Gauteng.
The expansion follows Panyaza Lesufi’s State of the Province Address, where timelines and proposed new routes were outlined as part of a broader plan to grow the network.
Gautrain spokesperson Albi Modise says the project is also expected to support job creation
The project aims to connect underserved communities to key economic hubs, helping ease traffic congestion and improve daily travel across Gauteng.
The expansion follows Panyaza Lesufi’s State of the Province Address, where timelines and proposed new routes were outlined as part of a broader plan to grow the network.
Gautrain spokesperson Albi Modise says the project is also expected to support job creation
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Mobile Digital Library launched in Vredenburg
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Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli has handed over a Mobile Digital Library to learners at Louwville High School in Vredenburg, encouraging them to embrace curiosity and explore new skills.
The initiative is a partnership between government, Kumba Iron Ore, Transnet and RuraTech, aimed at improving access to educational resources in communities facing connectivity challenges.
The mobile library is designed to support learners in discovering new subjects, learning digital skills, and broadening career opportunities, while integrating fully into the school’s daily teaching and learning.
The initiative is a partnership between government, Kumba Iron Ore, Transnet and RuraTech, aimed at improving access to educational resources in communities facing connectivity challenges.
The mobile library is designed to support learners in discovering new subjects, learning digital skills, and broadening career opportunities, while integrating fully into the school’s daily teaching and learning.
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South Africa claim T20 series as Esterhuizen shines on debut tour
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South Africa has sealed a 3-2 T20 series victory over New Zealand with a 33-run win in the fifth match at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. Connor Esterhuizen starred with 75 off 33 balls, including six sixes, helping the tourists reach 187 for four.
South African bowlers Gerald Coetzee, Wiaan Mulder and Ottneil Baartman each took two wickets to restrict New Zealand to 154 for eight.
The win capped a strong series for Esterhuizen, who scored back-to-back half-centuries after making his international debut earlier in the tour.
South African bowlers Gerald Coetzee, Wiaan Mulder and Ottneil Baartman each took two wickets to restrict New Zealand to 154 for eight.
The win capped a strong series for Esterhuizen, who scored back-to-back half-centuries after making his international debut earlier in the tour.
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The Rand is trading at 17.04 to the US Dollar, 22.74 to the British Pound, and 19.69 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,420.90 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 102.22 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 69,504.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.04 to the US Dollar, 22.74 to the British Pound, and 19.69 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,420.90 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 102.22 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 69,504.00.
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