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Wits launches Earth Observatory and CORES to advance geosciences
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Wits University has launched the Earth Observatory and the African Research Centre for Ore Systems Science, placing Africa at the forefront of earth-science research.
The Observatory offers unique facilities to study the continent’s ancient geology and support sustainable resource use.
CORES will combine geology, extractive processes, and data-driven innovation to promote safer and cleaner mining, supporting the green-energy transition.
Leaders say the initiatives demonstrate how science can drive sustainability, opportunity, and innovation while preparing the next generation of African geoscientists.
The Observatory offers unique facilities to study the continent’s ancient geology and support sustainable resource use.
CORES will combine geology, extractive processes, and data-driven innovation to promote safer and cleaner mining, supporting the green-energy transition.
Leaders say the initiatives demonstrate how science can drive sustainability, opportunity, and innovation while preparing the next generation of African geoscientists.
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Tourism boom boosts South Africa’s economy
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South Africa’s tourism sector is seeing record-breaking growth, with more than one million additional international visitors recorded between January and September compared to last year.
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says the surge shows renewed global confidence in South Africa as a travel destination.
According to the Tourism Business Council, arrivals are up by about 17% overall, with strong gains from Europe, North America, and across Africa.
The increase in visitors is helping drive economic growth and highlights the sector’s strong recovery ahead of the festive season.
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says the surge shows renewed global confidence in South Africa as a travel destination.
According to the Tourism Business Council, arrivals are up by about 17% overall, with strong gains from Europe, North America, and across Africa.
The increase in visitors is helping drive economic growth and highlights the sector’s strong recovery ahead of the festive season.
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Venus Williams returns to Auckland Classic at 45
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Tennis veteran Venus Williams will return to the Auckland Classic in January after a 16-month break from competition.
The seven-time Grand Slam winner has been given a wild card for the tournament, which runs from the 5th to the 11th, as she prepares for the Australian Open.
Her return brings star power to the event and highlights her continued dedication to the sport at 45.
Williams won the Auckland title in 2015 and remains one of tennis’s most respected players.
Japan’s Naomi Osaka is also confirmed for the tournament, promising an exciting start to the 2025 season.
The seven-time Grand Slam winner has been given a wild card for the tournament, which runs from the 5th to the 11th, as she prepares for the Australian Open.
Her return brings star power to the event and highlights her continued dedication to the sport at 45.
Williams won the Auckland title in 2015 and remains one of tennis’s most respected players.
Japan’s Naomi Osaka is also confirmed for the tournament, promising an exciting start to the 2025 season.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.49 to the US Dollar, 22.81 to the British Pound, and 20.09 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,975.22 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 64.44 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 101 890,50.
The Rand is trading at 17.49 to the US Dollar, 22.81 to the British Pound, and 20.09 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,975.22 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 64.44 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 101 890,50.
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