News Bulletin of 28 August 2025, 9am

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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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City of Cape Town releases publication highlighting its thriving arts and culture scene
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The City of Cape Town has released a new publication highlighting its thriving arts and culture scene.
The booklet showcases theatres, galleries, and a classical music guide, spotlighting the Mother City’s colourful cultural landscape.
Economic Growth Mayoral committee member, James Vos, says the publication speaks to findings that travellers are increasingly seeking out experiences that centre on a destination’s distinctive character:
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John Kani elected to serve as a Member of Oscars
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Award-winning veteran actor, John Kani, has been elected to serve as a Member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Oscars).
The “Black Panther” actor joins film producer Anant Singh as the only South Africans in the elite global circle.
He shared the good news on X promising to serve the institution with honesty and integrity.
Kani also holds an honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire which he received in 2023 for his services to drama.
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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 66.94 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 113,315.00.
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Springboks received a warm welcome in Auckland
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The Springboks received a warm welcome in Auckland, New Zealand, ahead of their upcoming Rugby Championship match against the All Blacks.
The South African squad – captained by Siya Kolisi – will play two away games against their biggest rugby rivals on Saturday 6 September and a week later on 13 September.
They will then return to South Africa to face Argentina in Durban on 27 September, before wrapping up their campaign against the Pumas in London on 4 October.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says with all 4-teams in the Rugby Championship having won one match so far and the standings very tight the next two games will be crucial for their campaign.
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