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Library Assistant at Linden Library in Johannesburg Gains Global Recognition for Green Shelf Network
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A library assistant at Linden Library in Johannesburg, Tebello Sengoara, has earned international recognition for her Green Shelf Network concept.
The idea envisions libraries lending gardening tools alongside books and transforming shelves into seedling stations and modular gardens.
Although she did not win the top prize at the 2025 Next Library Changemaker Awards, Tebello received an honorary mention, highlighting the project’s potential to promote sustainability, literacy, and community engagement.
She hopes the idea will soon take root in Johannesburg libraries, turning them into centres for green living and learning.
The idea envisions libraries lending gardening tools alongside books and transforming shelves into seedling stations and modular gardens.
Although she did not win the top prize at the 2025 Next Library Changemaker Awards, Tebello received an honorary mention, highlighting the project’s potential to promote sustainability, literacy, and community engagement.
She hopes the idea will soon take root in Johannesburg libraries, turning them into centres for green living and learning.
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Cape Town Libraries Inspire Young Minds with National Science Week
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National Science Week is in full swing across Cape Town, with 33 libraries hosting hands-on STEAM activities until 8 August.
Since launching on Friday, the programme has seen young learners engage in coding workshops, robotics demos, science talks and more.
The theme focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics, with a strong push to encourage girls to explore careers in these fields.
The city’s libraries are proving to be vital spaces for learning and innovation, especially in communities where access to such opportunities is limited.
Since launching on Friday, the programme has seen young learners engage in coding workshops, robotics demos, science talks and more.
The theme focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics, with a strong push to encourage girls to explore careers in these fields.
The city’s libraries are proving to be vital spaces for learning and innovation, especially in communities where access to such opportunities is limited.
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Nearly 60 Soweto Learners Explore Coding and Robotics at iStore Holiday Camp
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Nearly 60 learners from Soweto recently took part in iStore’s three-day Holiday Coding Camp at Maponya Mall.
Now in its second year, the camp aims to make technology education more accessible and equip young people with skills in coding and robotics.
Facilitated by experienced mentors in education, software development and data analytics, the programme offers personalised guidance to inspire learners.
iStore CEO Chris Dodd said the initiative is part of the company’s commitment to giving back and preparing the next generation for tech careers.
Parents praised the camp for opening new doors and empowering children with a competitive edge in future opportunities.
Now in its second year, the camp aims to make technology education more accessible and equip young people with skills in coding and robotics.
Facilitated by experienced mentors in education, software development and data analytics, the programme offers personalised guidance to inspire learners.
iStore CEO Chris Dodd said the initiative is part of the company’s commitment to giving back and preparing the next generation for tech careers.
Parents praised the camp for opening new doors and empowering children with a competitive edge in future opportunities.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.93 to the US Dollar, 23.85 to the British Pound, and 20.76 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,385.12 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 68.76 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 112,800.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.93 to the US Dollar, 23.85 to the British Pound, and 20.76 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,385.12 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 68.76 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 112,800.00.
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