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Diepkloof community unites for clothing drive and mentorship
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A group of Diepkloof residents came together to restore dignity and support their neighbours during a community clothing drive on January 24.
Organised by African Child at Work, locals received pre-loved clothes and free haircuts, boosting confidence and self-worth. The event also launched Raising Valued Men Africa, a platform supporting mentorship and character development for boys and young men.
Organisers say the initiative is about more than material support – it’s about fostering Ubuntu and showing the power of communities working together.
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South Africa Welcomes Record 10.5 Million International Tourists
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South Africa has recorded its highest ever number of international tourists.
The Department of Tourism says nearly 10.5 million visitors came to the country in 2025.
Cape Town International Airport processed more than 11.1 million two way passengers over the past year.
Nationally, South Africa recorded its strongest tourism performance in history, with growth beyond pre pandemic levels.
The department says the record numbers highlight tourism’s growing contribution to jobs and the economy.
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille credited several policies and industry stakeholders for helping achieve the milestone.
The Department of Tourism says nearly 10.5 million visitors came to the country in 2025.
Cape Town International Airport processed more than 11.1 million two way passengers over the past year.
Nationally, South Africa recorded its strongest tourism performance in history, with growth beyond pre pandemic levels.
The department says the record numbers highlight tourism’s growing contribution to jobs and the economy.
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille credited several policies and industry stakeholders for helping achieve the milestone.
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Young Dainfern student hailed a hero after saving police officer
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James Smith, a Grade 11 student at Dainfern College in Johannesburg, has been honoured after saving a police officer’s life in the Eastern Cape.
While on holiday in Kei Mouth, James spotted an unconscious officer floating face down in the water. Using his first aid training, he performed CPR, helped lifeguards, and ensured an AED was brought to the scene.
His calm, quick actions helped stabilise the officer, who later made a full recovery with no neurological damage.
James has been thanked by local police, invited to assist with lifeguard training, and awarded the Freedom of the Town honour.
While on holiday in Kei Mouth, James spotted an unconscious officer floating face down in the water. Using his first aid training, he performed CPR, helped lifeguards, and ensured an AED was brought to the scene.
His calm, quick actions helped stabilise the officer, who later made a full recovery with no neurological damage.
James has been thanked by local police, invited to assist with lifeguard training, and awarded the Freedom of the Town honour.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 15.90 to the US Dollar, 21.91 to the British Pound, and 19.03 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,277.30 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.57 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 90,176.00.
The Rand is trading at 15.90 to the US Dollar, 21.91 to the British Pound, and 19.03 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,277.30 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 67.57 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 90,176.00.
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