News Bulletin of 29 December 2025, 8am

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Curro Rivonia marks a year of academic excellence and creative growth
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Curro Rivonia is celebrating a year defined by academic distinction, community engagement, and a growing culture of creativity.

Under the leadership of executive head Dumisani Kunene, the school has continued to build a reputation for balancing excellence in the classroom with a strong sense of social responsibility.

The school is set to open its new M.A.D.D Centre in 2026, offering learners exciting new opportunities in Music, Arts, Drama and Dance.
The facility is expected to become a cornerstone of the school’s cultural life, offering learners new opportunities for artistic expression and performance excellence.
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Rassie Erasmus leads festive Christmas morning walk
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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus hosted a Christmas morning walk along the Blouberg seaboard on Christmas day.

The event took place for the second year, following its success in 2024, where dozens of community members spent their Christmas morning on the beachfront.

Hundreds of locals and supporters joined Erasmus,
for the six-kilometre coastal walk, continuing a growing tradition that combined fitness, social connection, and a spirit of giving.
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Table Mountain Cableway welcomes 33 millionth visitor
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The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company celebrated a historic milestone after welcoming its 33-millionth visitor since its inception in 1929.

The moment coincided with the start of the festive season on the 15th of December, highlighting the enduring appeal of one of South Africa’s most iconic landmarks.

Visitor Thabiso Letsoalo and his partner were surprised with gifts and special recognition at the facility's Lower Cable Station.

Table Mountain has established itself as not just a breathtaking natural wonder, but also a premier location for meaningful business gatherings and corporate events.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 16.65 to the US Dollar, 22.47 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 89,978.00.
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Iman Sekoto crowned Teen Universe Petite South Africa 2026
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Iman Sekoto from Crawford International Sandton has reached a major milestone in her pageant journey after being crowned Teen Universe Petite South Africa 2026.

The 18-year-old will represent the country at the Teen Universe International competition in Nicaragua early next year, an opportunity she approaches with humility and pride.

Sekto says the title represents growth, faith, and using her voice with intention to empower others and marks a powerful new chapter in her mission to inspire, empower and lead with purpose.
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