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FoodForward SA nominated for 2026 Earthshot Prize
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FoodForward SA has been nominated for the 2026 Earthshot Prize for its work reducing food waste and fighting hunger.
The organisation rescues surplus food from farmers, manufacturers and retailers and redistributes it to nearly one million people every day through a network of 2,500 community groups across the country.
By keeping edible food out of landfills, FoodForward SA also helps cut methane emissions that contribute to climate change.
The Earthshot Prize, founded by Prince William, awards five global winners about R20 million each, with the next ceremony set to take place in Mumbai in November.
The organisation rescues surplus food from farmers, manufacturers and retailers and redistributes it to nearly one million people every day through a network of 2,500 community groups across the country.
By keeping edible food out of landfills, FoodForward SA also helps cut methane emissions that contribute to climate change.
The Earthshot Prize, founded by Prince William, awards five global winners about R20 million each, with the next ceremony set to take place in Mumbai in November.
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Soweto youth get work ready
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Young people in Meadowlands, Soweto have completed a five-day Workplace Readiness Launch Programme aimed at preparing them for the world of work.
The initiative was hosted by Hands-on Skills Solutions, Tsotetsi Holistic Wellness Hub and People of Joburg.
Participants received training in professional communication, teamwork, problem-solving and workplace etiquette, along with guidance on emotional intelligence and resilience.
Organisers say the programme equipped attendees with practical tools and renewed confidence to enter the job market and contribute meaningfully in their future careers.
The initiative was hosted by Hands-on Skills Solutions, Tsotetsi Holistic Wellness Hub and People of Joburg.
Participants received training in professional communication, teamwork, problem-solving and workplace etiquette, along with guidance on emotional intelligence and resilience.
Organisers say the programme equipped attendees with practical tools and renewed confidence to enter the job market and contribute meaningfully in their future careers.
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Untapped AI launches SA solution
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Cape Town-based tech company Untapped AI has developed and launched AI systems trained in South African languages and accents to help businesses communicate with local customers.
The company trained its platform on regional speech patterns and has begun rolling it out to businesses seeking alternatives to overseas AI tools that struggle with local language use.
Founder Lloyd Mathew says with this they want to improve customer response rates by making digital interactions more relatable and accurate:
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The company trained its platform on regional speech patterns and has begun rolling it out to businesses seeking alternatives to overseas AI tools that struggle with local language use.
Founder Lloyd Mathew says with this they want to improve customer response rates by making digital interactions more relatable and accurate:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.33 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,159.40 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 72,531.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.33 to the US Dollar, 0.00 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,159.40 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 72,531.00.
Split analysis
Local: 81 words (32%), National: 77 words (31%), International: 93 words (37%)