News Bulletin of 27 August 2025, 7am

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500 Graduate Recruitment Drive for Energy Training
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Deputy Minister Samantha Graham-Maré has called on public and private entities to help recruit 500-unemployed graduates for Energy Performance Certificate training.
Since its launch in 2020, 7-thousand-411 buildings have registered and 3-thousand-986 certificates were issued.
Gauteng leads with 1-thousand-740, followed by the Western Cape with 1-thousand-593.
The Minister says the EPC Skills Development Programme will equip graduates with data analysis skills and boost the creation of green jobs:
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ACSA reports R1.1 billion profit for 2024/25
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Airports Company South Africa has reported a net profit of R1.1 billion and revenue climbing 13% to R7.9 billion.
ACSA says the rise in net profit for the year ended 31 March 2025 was supported by the rebound in air traffic, higher tariffs, and improved trading conditions.
The company operates South Africa’s largest airports, including O.R. Tambo and Cape Town International Airport.
Chief Executive Officer Mpumi Mpofu:
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SA shines spotlight on cyclist and Olympian Miyanda Maseti
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Team South Africa is shining a spotlight on women who are breaking barriers and inspiring generations and one such trailblazer is cyclist and Olympian Miyanda Maseti.
With multiple titles under her belt, including two African Continental Championships and 7-South African Championships,6 Maseti is a force to be reckoned with in the cycling world.
She recently competed in the UCI World Pump Track Championships Qualifier in Cape Town, showcasing her skills alongside other top riders from South Africa and the continent.
In Cape Town she delivered a stellar performance securing first place in the Women's division and qualifying for the World Championships.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.62 to the US Dollar, 23.75 to the British Pound, and 20.51 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,373.32 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.27 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 111,489.00.
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SuperSport partners with AWSN to launch 24-hour women’s sports channel
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SuperSport has announced it will be the first African broadcaster to launch a dedicated 24-hour women’s sports channel, in partnership with the All Women’s Sport Network - AWSN.
The network includes over 2,500 hours of live women's sports annually.
The channel provides exclusive coverage of top female athletes and teams across various sports.
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