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Celtic FC’s coaches lead elite Training Clinic in Johannesburg
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Three highly experienced coaches from Celtic Football Club in Scotland arrived in South Africa to lead a week-long elite football clinic, hosted by Transition Football.
Aspiring players from Johannesburg North and West regions engaged in an intensive development programme over the course of seven days,
under the guidance of Celtic FC’s top academy staff.
The clinic offered the unique opportunity for local talent to be trained in line the elite standards upheld by one of Europe’s most prestigious football clubs.
The initiative not only aimed to sharpen individual ability but also to instill the discipline and footballing intelligence that defines Celtic FC’s player development philosophy.
The collaboration reflects a growing commitment to nurturing young talent in South Africa through international partnerships and high-calibre coaching exchanges.
Aspiring players from Johannesburg North and West regions engaged in an intensive development programme over the course of seven days,
under the guidance of Celtic FC’s top academy staff.
The clinic offered the unique opportunity for local talent to be trained in line the elite standards upheld by one of Europe’s most prestigious football clubs.
The initiative not only aimed to sharpen individual ability but also to instill the discipline and footballing intelligence that defines Celtic FC’s player development philosophy.
The collaboration reflects a growing commitment to nurturing young talent in South Africa through international partnerships and high-calibre coaching exchanges.
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Western Cape launches youth-centered safety drive in Mitchell's Plain
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The Western Cape Government has officially launched the Planet Youth safety initiative in Mitchell’s Plain, located on the Cape Flats.
The initiative is aimed at building healthier, safer, and more supportive environments for young people.
The launch takes the form of an open and interactive dialogue with families, caregivers and teachers.
The programme also involves a survey conducted among Grade 8 and 9 learners for an area-based approach to enhancing safety.
The initiative is aimed at building healthier, safer, and more supportive environments for young people.
The launch takes the form of an open and interactive dialogue with families, caregivers and teachers.
The programme also involves a survey conducted among Grade 8 and 9 learners for an area-based approach to enhancing safety.
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UCT advances to 150th position in QS Rankings
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The University of Cape Town has risen from 171st to 150th place in the latest QS World University Rankings, reinforcing its position as Africa’s leading academic institution.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela welcomed the achievement, describing it as a testament to UCT’s growing global influence and real-world impact in both research and teaching.
Moshabela emphasised that the university’s continued progress reflects its commitment to academic excellence and societal relevance.
UCT’s rise in the rankings is attributed to several key strengths, including strong global research networks, a high number of citations per faculty member, and its leadership in sustainability.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Mosa Moshabela welcomed the achievement, describing it as a testament to UCT’s growing global influence and real-world impact in both research and teaching.
Moshabela emphasised that the university’s continued progress reflects its commitment to academic excellence and societal relevance.
UCT’s rise in the rankings is attributed to several key strengths, including strong global research networks, a high number of citations per faculty member, and its leadership in sustainability.
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The Rand is trading at 0.00 to the US Dollar, 0.00 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 70.07 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 118,443.00.
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