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Johannesburg Ombudsman Clinics Bring Solutions to Local Communities
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The Office of the Ombudsman for the City of Johannesburg will roll out its annual citizen information clinics across the city from February to March 2026 under the theme “Working together to deliver real solutions.”
The clinics bring services directly into communities, giving residents an accessible platform to raise concerns and seek resolution. The initiative builds on previous successes, with past complaints leading to tangible improvements, including safety and health interventions in Protea Glen.
Ombudsman Advocate Siduduzo Gumede said the clinics demonstrate the impact of cooperative governance and ensure that community voices are heard, connecting issues raised to real-time solutions. Residents attending the clinics can get assistance with municipal accounts, service queries, and updates on pending complaints.
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Polokwane set to host 2025 COSAFA Women’s Championship
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Polokwane in Limpopo will host the 2025 Hollywoodbets COSAFA Women’s Championship starting on 18 February.
Eleven Southern African teams will compete, with South Africa’s Banyana Banyana drawn in Group A alongside Malawi, Lesotho, and Angola, aiming for an eighth COSAFA title on home soil.
The Polokwane Municipality has welcomed the event, saying it is proud to host top-level women’s football and support the growth of the game.
Local fans can watch the action live, with matches also broadcast on FIFA+ and COSAFA’s official channels
Eleven Southern African teams will compete, with South Africa’s Banyana Banyana drawn in Group A alongside Malawi, Lesotho, and Angola, aiming for an eighth COSAFA title on home soil.
The Polokwane Municipality has welcomed the event, saying it is proud to host top-level women’s football and support the growth of the game.
Local fans can watch the action live, with matches also broadcast on FIFA+ and COSAFA’s official channels
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Uber Eats and Gauteng Drive Growth for Orlando Township Entrepreneurs
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Uber Eats and the Gauteng Department of Economic Development hosted an event in Orlando, Soweto on February 3 to celebrate a partnership supporting township businesses.
The initiative has invested over R250 million in merchant onboarding, marketing tools, delivery bikes, and training to help local entrepreneurs expand their markets, increase demand, and create jobs. Entrepreneurs like Rhulani Shibambo of Kota King were recognised for their success and growth through the programme.
Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, said the partnership shows how combining government support with private-sector expertise can strengthen township economies and provide sustainable earning opportunities.
The initiative has invested over R250 million in merchant onboarding, marketing tools, delivery bikes, and training to help local entrepreneurs expand their markets, increase demand, and create jobs. Entrepreneurs like Rhulani Shibambo of Kota King were recognised for their success and growth through the programme.
Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, said the partnership shows how combining government support with private-sector expertise can strengthen township economies and provide sustainable earning opportunities.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.15 to the US Dollar, 21.95 to the British Pound, and 19.04 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,873.55 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 69.46 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 70,066.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.15 to the US Dollar, 21.95 to the British Pound, and 19.04 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,873.55 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 69.46 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 70,066.00.
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