News Bulletin of 28 July 2025, 6am

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Gauteng Education Adds More Walk-In Admission Centres
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The Gauteng Education Department has added more walk-in admission centres.
The Department has set up 81 walk-in centers across the province to assist parents with online school admissions for Grades 1 and 8.
These centers provide free assistance with online submissions, profile creation, and document uploads, particularly for parents without digital tools or connectivity
In Johannesburg, walk-in support is available in the Central, East, North, South, and West regions.
Sites include Muzomuhle Primary in Diepsloot, Lenasia South Secondary, Bree Primary in Mayfair West, and Waverley Girls High.
The closing date for applications is 29 August.
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Jozi Gears Up To Host 2025 SPAR Women’s Challenge
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Johannesburg is gearing up to host the 2025 SPAR Women’s Challenge Jozi.
The event, scheduled for Sunday, the 5th of October will take place at Marks Park Sports Club in Emmarentia.
The theme for this year #Twenty20Thrive is a celebration of resilience and women thriving in their journeys, careers, and communities – regardless of life’s challenges.
This year’s event supports Reach For Recovery, Leafline and Komani.
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City of Cape Town's Libraries Held Coding Sessions
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The City of Cape Town's libraries held coding sessions at 27 locations for 438 young people who formed over 30 competitive teams.
This initiative aims to boost digital literacy among youth and foster tech skills in the community.
Two teams from Elsies River Library have advanced to compete against top performers, with the chance to qualify for the national competition in October and the World Tournament in December.
Patricia van der Ross, Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, highlighted the importance of these sessions in fostering tech skills.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.76 to the US Dollar, 23.85 to the British Pound, and 20.85 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,337.17 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 68.67 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 119,293.00.
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Win R2500
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919 FM is calling on listeners to share their creative solutions to improve the City of Johannesburg.
The station is partnering with Sandton-based businesses to reward the best idea with a R2500 prize.
Listeners are encouraged to submit their ideas on various challenges facing the city, including safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.
To participate, simply WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919.
The best ideas will be featured live on air and the winner will be announced at the end of the month.
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