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Young golfer makes history at the 2026 Joburg Open
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Ten year old Tshiamo Makamedi made history by taking the ceremonial tee shot to open the 2026 Joburg Open at Houghton Golf Club.
For the first time, the shot was given to a young rising star instead of a seasoned professional, symbolising a focus on nurturing the next generation of South African athletes.
Johannesburg’s Executive Mayor said the decision reflects a wider belief in creating opportunities for young talent to shine, with the city committed to supporting young sporting stars and giving them platforms to grow.
For the first time, the shot was given to a young rising star instead of a seasoned professional, symbolising a focus on nurturing the next generation of South African athletes.
Johannesburg’s Executive Mayor said the decision reflects a wider belief in creating opportunities for young talent to shine, with the city committed to supporting young sporting stars and giving them platforms to grow.
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Creative sector stakeholders meet in Durban
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Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni is meeting with stakeholders in the creative sector in Durban as part of the CreativeBiz Nexus consultation.
The engagement brings together creatives, entrepreneurs, policymakers and investors to discuss ways of strengthening the sector.
Discussions focus on barriers to entry as well as funding and support for musicians, filmmakers, fashion designers, crafters and digital content creators.
The consultation forms part of efforts to develop stronger support systems for the country’s creative economy.
The engagement brings together creatives, entrepreneurs, policymakers and investors to discuss ways of strengthening the sector.
Discussions focus on barriers to entry as well as funding and support for musicians, filmmakers, fashion designers, crafters and digital content creators.
The consultation forms part of efforts to develop stronger support systems for the country’s creative economy.
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The Wilds honours Gail Scott Wilson with new mosaic
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A new mosaic has been unveiled at The Wilds Municipal Nature Reserve in Johannesburg to honour the late Gail Scott Wilson, a beloved artist, activist and explorer of the city.
Created by the Spaza Art Trust, the piece is based on Gail’s own painting of a pink giraffe, an animal she loved, and celebrates her passion for spreading beauty and joy throughout Johannesburg.
The mosaic joins the park’s growing collection and stands as a vibrant tribute to her life and contributions to the city she cherished.
Created by the Spaza Art Trust, the piece is based on Gail’s own painting of a pink giraffe, an animal she loved, and celebrates her passion for spreading beauty and joy throughout Johannesburg.
The mosaic joins the park’s growing collection and stands as a vibrant tribute to her life and contributions to the city she cherished.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.62 to the US Dollar, 22.18 to the British Pound, and 19.26 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,118.40 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 85.41 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 70,521.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.62 to the US Dollar, 22.18 to the British Pound, and 19.26 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 5,118.40 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 85.41 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 70,521.00.
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