News Bulletin of 26 November 2025, 10am

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City of Johannesburg modernises businesses using digital tools
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The City of Johannesburg is helping informal traders modernise their businesses using digital tools.
This is to help traders manage their shops, improve compliance and safety, access funding, and grow their businesses.
It also trains local youth to assist traders with digital support and operations.
Economic Development director Mathopane Masha says traders are important to the economy and should be recognised for their professionalism.
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Tributes Excellence Awards celebrates women with disabilities
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The Tributes Excellence Awards has become a premier platform in South Africa for recognizing the achievements of women with disabilities, having honored over 70 extraordinary women since its inception in 2010.
The latest ceremony, held in Durban, recognized 15 remarkable women, including 20-year-old Kamogelo Mokeke and 17-year-old Alexandra Gayapursat, the youngest pair of recipients.
Alexandra, a Grade 10 online student, has lived life to the fullest since her amputation, taking on thrilling adventures like quad biking, bungee jumping off Bloukrans Bridge, and the world's longest zip line.
Kamogelo Mokeke, a gymnast who shared the North West Sportswoman of the Year with a Disability award in 2022, represents a new generation of athletes who refuse to let physical limitations define their potential.
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SanParks confirms Table Mountain National Park's readiness ahead of the festive season
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The South African National Parks says Table Mountain National Park in the Western Cape is ready for the festive season.
The park has increased security with more rangers, drones, and dog units, plus volunteers and emergency services.
This enhanced presence aims to ensure that visitors enjoy the park's hiking trails, beaches, wildlife and views safely.
SANParks spokesperson JP Louw urged visitors to plan ahead, hike in groups, carry water, and keep phones charged:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.21 to the US Dollar, 22.66 to the British Pound, and 19.91 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,142.27 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 87,532.00.
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South Africa lands in group D for 2026 T20 World Cup
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South Africa has been drawn in Group D alongside New Zealand, Afghanistan, Canada and the United Arab Emirates for the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
The Proteas will begin their tournament against Canada in Ahmedabad on 9 February.
Defending champions India are in Group A with 2009 winners Pakistan, Namibia, the Netherlands and the USA.
Group B consists of Australia, Ireland, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe and Oman.
Two-time champions England are in Group C together with Bangladesh, Italy, Nepal, West Indies.
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