News Bulletin of 28 August 2025, 6am

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SAICA and CSIR Launch AI Maturity Assessment Framework
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The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research have partnered to develop an AI Maturity Assessment Framework for South Africa.
This framework will evaluate the country's AI readiness and maturity across various sectors.
A dynamic dashboard, managed by the CSIR, will track AI maturity indicators, providing valuable insights to inform decision-making.
The initiative aims to drive AI adoption, enhance governance, and contribute to the country's economic and social development.
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Township Travel Initiative Aims to Make Local Getaways More Accessible
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A new pilot initiative by Dream Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with TUU Post, is working to make resort holidays and hotel stays more affordable for South Africans.
The township travel project, currently operating in five TUU Post stores in Soweto, Alexandra, and Katlehong, offers value-driven and experience-rich holidays to local communities.
According to Clyde Keevy, head of leisure sales at Dream Hotels & Resorts, the company plans to expand its footprint across more communities, providing South Africans with access to affordable local travel and showcasing the country's beauty in style and comfort.
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eThekwini metro hosts 14th Durban Fashion Fair
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The eThekwini Municipality is set to host the 14th Durban Fashion Fair from 17-19 September.
The Fashion Fair will feature 18 mentees showcasing their collections and launching their labels to potential buyers.
Over 60-designers from across Africa will be part of the highly anticipated event, including Somizi Mhlongo's Sompire Femme and the debut of the DFF Class of 2025 mentees.
Sbusisiwe Dube, founder of Dube Atelier, credits the Fashion Development Programme for being life-changing:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.68 to the US Dollar, 23.86 to the British Pound, and 20.57 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,380.85 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.91 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 112,157.00.
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SpaceX Starship completes successful test flight
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SpaceX has successfully launched its 10th test flight of the Starship, the world's most powerful rocket.
The rocket, which in previous launches had multiple failures, is earmarked for use in a 2027 mission to the Moon.
The rocket successfully re-entered Earth and splashed down in the Indian Ocean about an hour after the initial launch.
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