News Bulletin of 3 June 2025, 11am

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Christine Young earns finalist spot in Women of Stature awards
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Renowned local entrepreneur and preschool leader, Christine Young, was recognised as a finalist in the prestigious Women of Stature Awards – CEO of the Year 2025.

Young’s inspiring commitment to nurturing young minds has earned her a spot among the top 10 finalists, where she was placed third at the awards evening held on the 12 of April this year.

The leader has dedicated more than 15 years to creating safe, nurturing environments where children can thrive.
Her story is one of resilience, purpose, and community focus.
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200 000 youth to benefit from Basic Education Employment Initiative
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The first phase of the Basic Education Employment Initiative was launched yesterday.

President Ramaphosa celebrated the return of the initiative to townships, villages, inner cities, farms and special needs schools, bringing hope, energy and income to places where opportunities are often out of reach.

The BEEI is a flagship programme under the Presidential Employment Stimulus, established in 2020 to support the delivery of jobs and livelihood opportunities in the country.

The initiative is implemented by the Department of Basic Education and by provincial education departments. It is now funded by the UIF Labour Activation Programme and national government.
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Phillip Matlhoko to Exhibit Artwork in China
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A Kimberley based artist will be travelling to the Far East this week for a cultural exchange exhibition.
Phillip Matlhoko will exhibit his art in China as part of the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo scheduled to begin on the 12th of June in the Hunan province.

More than 12,000 participants from 44 African countries and six international organizations have registered for the event, setting new records in both scale and international participation.

The event will feature works from artists across the African continent and the world.
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.87 to the US Dollar, 24.16 to the British Pound, and 20.39 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 3,309.93 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 64.72 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 105,164.00.
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919 FM is giving away R2500 for the best idea
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919 FM is inviting listeners to share their innovative ideas on improving the City of Johannesburg.
From safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.
The station is partnering with Sandton based businesses to give away R2500 for the best idea.

WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919 to share your ideas and listen 919 throughout the week to hear the best ideas live on air.

Winners will be announced at the end of the month.
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Local: 83 words (31%), National: 97 words (37%), International: 85 words (32%)