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Coj rolls out pothole drive
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The City of Johannesburg is rolling out a comprehensive plan to address the mounting challenges in road infrastructure conditions, specifically in high-traffic areas such as Sandton.
The Johannesburg Roads Agency is set to resurface key arterial routes, including parts of the M1 North and South, Sandton Highway, and other main roads that connect the vibrant business district to the rest of the city.
Sandton residents and visitors can expect smoother rides, better drainage, and a reduction in potholes, improving not just comfort but also safety for drivers, pedestrians, and public transport users.
The Johannesburg Roads Agency is set to resurface key arterial routes, including parts of the M1 North and South, Sandton Highway, and other main roads that connect the vibrant business district to the rest of the city.
Sandton residents and visitors can expect smoother rides, better drainage, and a reduction in potholes, improving not just comfort but also safety for drivers, pedestrians, and public transport users.
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SA Tourism launches new Global Brand Campaign
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South African Tourism has launched a new global brand campaign called "South Africa Awaits - Come Find Your Joy!".
The campaign aims to inspire international travelers to rediscover South Africa's diverse offerings and vibrant culture, encouraging them to experience the country's "boundless energy" and "extraordinary experiences".
The campaign aims to inspire international travelers to rediscover South Africa's diverse offerings and vibrant culture, encouraging them to experience the country's "boundless energy" and "extraordinary experiences".
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Air France boosts Cape Town–Paris service
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Air France will be operating daily, direct flights between Cape Town and Paris from the 25th of December to January 2026.
The seasonal service will coincide with South Africa's summer and Europe's holiday travel period.
The service aims to meet peak travel demand during the summer holidays in both regions.
The route forms part of Air France’s broader strategy to deepen its presence in Africa, a region where it has operated for more than 80 years.
The seasonal service will coincide with South Africa's summer and Europe's holiday travel period.
The service aims to meet peak travel demand during the summer holidays in both regions.
The route forms part of Air France’s broader strategy to deepen its presence in Africa, a region where it has operated for more than 80 years.
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Financial Indicators headline
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.86 to the US Dollar, 24.54 to the British Pound, and 20.91 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,338.10 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.05 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 107,047.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.86 to the US Dollar, 24.54 to the British Pound, and 20.91 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,338.10 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.05 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 107,047.00.
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