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Proudly SA’s Local Fashion Police took to the rails aboard the iconic Blue Train
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Proudly SA’s Local Fashion Police took to the rails aboard the iconic Blue Train, merging glamour with industry revival. Now in its fifth edition, the initiative showcases top local fashion talent in a moving display of style and innovation. Designers competed for mentorships with leading fashion houses, promoting quality South African craftsmanship. The Blue Train, back in full operation post-COVID, partnered with Proudly SA to boost tourism, support local creatives, and inspire economic growth through fashion, storytelling, and national pride.
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Free State government allocates R18 million for Macufe Festival
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The Free State government has allocated R18 million to the upcoming Mangaung African Cultural Festival (Macufe), set to return next month after a two-year hiatus.
Unlike previous years, no tender will be issued for the event's management. Instead, the provincial Department of Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation's will oversee operations.
Unlike previous years, no tender will be issued for the event's management. Instead, the provincial Department of Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation's will oversee operations.
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Zimbabwe projects a 6% economic growth for 2025
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Zimbabwe’s Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube projects a 6% economic growth for 2025, surpassing the regional average, as the country recovers from last year’s drought.
The growth is driven by a strong agricultural season and expected favourable global commodity prices. Ncube made the announcement during his mid-term budget speech to lawmakers in Harare. He expressed optimism about the country's economic prospects.
The growth is driven by a strong agricultural season and expected favourable global commodity prices. Ncube made the announcement during his mid-term budget speech to lawmakers in Harare. He expressed optimism about the country's economic prospects.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 18.05 to the US Dollar, 23.97 to the British Pound, and 20.91 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,363.15 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 69.67 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 113,644.00.
The Rand is trading at 18.05 to the US Dollar, 23.97 to the British Pound, and 20.91 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,363.15 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 69.67 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 113,644.00.
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