News Bulletin of 3 December 2025, 6am

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Partnership between Avela and Smile Foundations give young burn survivors a reason to smile again
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The Smile Foundation and Avela Foundation are giving young burn survivors a reason to smile again.
Through their partnership, supported by Umatter, children receive life-changing laser therapy at Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital every Friday.
This innovative treatment uses advanced fractional laser technology to soften and reshape thick scar tissue, easing pain and improving mobility.
The treatment restores confidence, movement, and joy to young burn survivors, going beyond just a medical procedure.
One parent, Tebogo Motukisi, was so inspired by the programme that she is now involved with the Smile Foundation and Umatter, offering guidance and emotional support to other families navigating similar journeys.
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Cape Town launches summer holiday programme
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The City of Cape Town says it has launched a summer holiday programme to keep children safe and active during the school break.
Recreation, Parks and Library teams will run sports, games, coding sessions, movies and reading activities at community facilities.
Parents are encouraged to use these services to keep young people away from danger and unsafe environments.
The city will also boost beach and pool safety, with the Identikidz system returning to help reunite lost children with their families.
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TikTok, YouTube and Instagram help skit makers monetize content in Nigeria
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Nigeria’s short video skit industry has grown into a multimillion-dollar digital economy, creating jobs and brand opportunities for young creators.
Platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram are helping skit makers monetize content and contribute to the wider creative sector.
Experts expect the industry to expand rapidly as more creators gain skills and audiences continue to grow.
Entertainment and Digital Industry Expert Chibuzo Okechukwu says the low cost entry helps more Nigerian creatives tap into the digital economy:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.10 to the US Dollar, 22.59 to the British Pound, and 19.87 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 4,218.28 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 93,098.00.
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Samsung unveils Galaxy Z TriFold
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Samsung Electronics has unveiled its first multi-folding smartphone in a bid to strengthen its position in a sector where competition is expected to intensify.
The launch of the Galaxy Z TriFold marks Samsung’s attempt to reinforce its footing in a segment where Chinese rivals have been gaining ground.
The model, costing about 42-thousand-rand, uses three panels and is nearly 25-percent larger than Samsung’s latest foldable Galaxy model.
The company says the new device is not intended to drive sales volume, but rather for customers who specifically want it.
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