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Music quiz raises funds for Benoni SPCA
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A music quiz event in Benoni has raised 45 thousand rand for the Benoni SPCA. Around 120 participants gathered at a local venue, testing their music knowledge while supporting animal welfare.
The fundraiser was organised to support the SPCA’s ongoing work in caring for abandoned and vulnerable animals.
Organisers say the event brought the community together in support of a cause close to many pet owners.
The fundraiser was organised to support the SPCA’s ongoing work in caring for abandoned and vulnerable animals.
Organisers say the event brought the community together in support of a cause close to many pet owners.
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Headline 2
Tourism sector sees strong recovery
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South Africa’s tourism sector has surpassed pre pandemic levels, with more than ten and a half million international visitors recorded in 2025.
New figures from Statistics South Africa show the industry has fully recovered from the impact of COVID 19, driven by increased travel from key markets and improved air connectivity.
The rebound is supporting jobs and boosting economic activity across hospitality and related sectors, with further growth expected.
New figures from Statistics South Africa show the industry has fully recovered from the impact of COVID 19, driven by increased travel from key markets and improved air connectivity.
The rebound is supporting jobs and boosting economic activity across hospitality and related sectors, with further growth expected.
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Trap de Val gravel ride returns to support abused children
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Cyclists are set to take on the Trap de Val gravel ride on 16 May, starting at Thaba Trails in Johannesburg and finishing at the Val Hotel in Mpumalanga.
The 162 kilometre route offers a challenging off road experience with water points and a halfway stop to support riders along the way.
The event has grown from a small group of friends into a popular annual ride, with around 200 participants expected.
Proceeds will go to the Teddy Bear Foundation for Abused Children, which provides counselling, medical care and family support.
The 162 kilometre route offers a challenging off road experience with water points and a halfway stop to support riders along the way.
The event has grown from a small group of friends into a popular annual ride, with around 200 participants expected.
Proceeds will go to the Teddy Bear Foundation for Abused Children, which provides counselling, medical care and family support.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.79 to the US Dollar, 22.60 to the British Pound, and 19.50 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,578.76 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 114.44 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 81,586.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.79 to the US Dollar, 22.60 to the British Pound, and 19.50 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,578.76 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 114.44 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 81,586.00.
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