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Ramaphosa says Eskom's profitability is a testament to partnerships
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President Cyril Ramaphosa says Eskom's return to profit after 8 years shows that persistence and partnerships pay off.
The power utility reported a 16-billion-rand after-tax profit for the year ending March 2025, its first profit in 8-years.
The return to profit is largely due to a 12.74% tariff increase, debt relief, and a 14% reduction in primary energy costs
In his weekly newsletter, President Ramaphosa says Eskom’s improved financial position will enable it to invest in critical infrastructure and maintenance-- under its Generation Recovery Plan.
The power utility reported a 16-billion-rand after-tax profit for the year ending March 2025, its first profit in 8-years.
The return to profit is largely due to a 12.74% tariff increase, debt relief, and a 14% reduction in primary energy costs
In his weekly newsletter, President Ramaphosa says Eskom’s improved financial position will enable it to invest in critical infrastructure and maintenance-- under its Generation Recovery Plan.
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Ekurhuleni schools gain knowledge and skills needed for SA's water & sanitation sector
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The Department of Water and Sanitation is hosting its annual Water and Sanitation Education Programme in Ekurhuleni, aimed at inspiring the next generation of leaders in the sector.
The programme raises awareness among learners about efficient water use, resource protection, health, hygiene, and the impact of invasive alien plants.
Through interactive activities, participants gain the knowledge and skills needed to shape the future of South Africa’s water and sanitation sector.
Classrooms are transformed into hubs of water literacy, where learners explore careers in the water sector and develop practical problem-solving skills.
The programme raises awareness among learners about efficient water use, resource protection, health, hygiene, and the impact of invasive alien plants.
Through interactive activities, participants gain the knowledge and skills needed to shape the future of South Africa’s water and sanitation sector.
Classrooms are transformed into hubs of water literacy, where learners explore careers in the water sector and develop practical problem-solving skills.
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HASA calls for collaboration between the private sector and government
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The Hospital Association of South Africa has called for collaboration between the private sector and government to achieve universal healthcare access in the country.
HASA is hosting a 2-day annual conference in Johannesburg under the theme "Innovation and the Future of Healthcare Provision."
Talks at the conference are also centered around efficient leadership and the use of technology in transforming the healthcare sector.
The South African Medical Association Dr Ziyanda Mgugudo-Sello says they are exploring new technologies to strengthen the country's health system:
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HASA is hosting a 2-day annual conference in Johannesburg under the theme "Innovation and the Future of Healthcare Provision."
Talks at the conference are also centered around efficient leadership and the use of technology in transforming the healthcare sector.
The South African Medical Association Dr Ziyanda Mgugudo-Sello says they are exploring new technologies to strengthen the country's health system:
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Financial Indicators
Financial indicators
Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.16 to the US Dollar, 23.14 to the British Pound, and 20.10 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,930.22 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 65.65 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 123,880.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.16 to the US Dollar, 23.14 to the British Pound, and 20.10 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,930.22 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 65.65 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 123,880.00.
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