News Bulletin of 6 August 2025, 12pm

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Merchant Development Programme To Be Launched By The Gauteng Roads and Transport MEC
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The Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, will launch the Merchant Development Programme, at the Chamdor Automotive Hub in Krugersdorp.
The initiative championed by the trading entity of the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport, g-FleeT Management, in partnership with WesBank and the Automotive Industry Development Centre aims to address barriers to entry into the automotive sector by empowering small, medium, and micro enterprises, to become sustainable suppliers of fleet maintenance services.
The programme targets merchants in townships, informal settlements, and hostel areas with onboarding, training and accreditation and integrates them into the government supply chain.
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Over 600-thousand Online School Applications For Grades 1 and 8 In Gauteng
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Over 600-thousand online school applications for grades one and eight have been recorded in Gauteng.
The provincial education department opened the online system for parents and guardians to apply for placements at their preferred school less than two weeks ago.
Department spokesperson Steve Mabona says parents still have until the end of the month to complete the five-step application process.
Parents are advised to continue applying by logging into www.gdeadmissions.gov.za and making sure that they provide the necessary information.
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Michelle Rademeyer Unveils "Crossing Boundaries" at Springs Art Gallery
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The Springs Art Gallery is showcasing a solo exhibition of digital photographic works by Michelle Rademeyer, titled "Crossing Boundaries, When Photography Meets Technology".
The exhibition officially opened on Sunday and features a walkabout, and conversation with the artist.
Rademeyer's works showcase her passion for storytelling and visual symbolism, often inspired by everyday moments and dreamlike scenes.
This is what Rademeyer had to say:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at 17.90 to the US Dollar, 23.81 to the British Pound, and 0.00 to the Euro.

Gold is trading at 0.00 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 68.61 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 114,106.00.
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New Football Academy to Launch in 2026
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Sekhukhune United FC is set to open a youth football academy in 2026, offering a combination of elite football training and private school education.
Up to 144-talented young athletes will receive fully funded scholarships, allowing them to focus on both their academic and athletic development.
The academy aims to nurture young talent and develop young leaders, aligning with the goals of the South African Football Association (SAFA) and the Premier Soccer League (PSL).
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