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Gautrain Marks 16 Years of Service
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The Gautrain is marking 16 years of operations, reflecting on its impact on public transport in Gauteng since launching in 2010.
The rapid rail service has now carried more than 200 million passengers, linking Johannesburg, Pretoria and OR Tambo International Airport, and easing daily travel for commuters across the province.
To celebrate the milestone, passengers are being treated to engagement activities and commemorative moments
The rapid rail service has now carried more than 200 million passengers, linking Johannesburg, Pretoria and OR Tambo International Airport, and easing daily travel for commuters across the province.
To celebrate the milestone, passengers are being treated to engagement activities and commemorative moments
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Fans Get World Cup Opportunity in Mexico
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South Africa’s Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has selected a group of supporters to travel to Mexico for Bafana Bafana’s opening FIFA World Cup match against hosts Mexico at the Estadio Azteca.
The initiative gives fans a chance to experience the national team’s opening game on football’s biggest stage, with travel and match access included as part of the support programme for selected supporters.
Among those chosen is school teacher Thivan Pillay, who says he is excited to take leave and be part of the travelling support for Bafana Bafana
The initiative gives fans a chance to experience the national team’s opening game on football’s biggest stage, with travel and match access included as part of the support programme for selected supporters.
Among those chosen is school teacher Thivan Pillay, who says he is excited to take leave and be part of the travelling support for Bafana Bafana
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Hermanus FynArts Festival Showcases Art and Culture
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The 2026 FynArts Festival is underway in Hermanus on the Cape coast, opening with a performance by the Ndlovu Youth Choir.
Running until the 14th of June, the programme features art exhibitions including sculpture, ceramics, photography and fibre works, alongside large installations at Gearing’s Point under the Sculpture on the Cliffs project. This year’s theme of renewal is reflected in works inspired by the ocean’s constant change.
Visitors can also enjoy theatre, music, book events and a strong culinary programme with more than 26 participating restaurants across the town. The festival will close with a symphony concert by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra.
Running until the 14th of June, the programme features art exhibitions including sculpture, ceramics, photography and fibre works, alongside large installations at Gearing’s Point under the Sculpture on the Cliffs project. This year’s theme of renewal is reflected in works inspired by the ocean’s constant change.
Visitors can also enjoy theatre, music, book events and a strong culinary programme with more than 26 participating restaurants across the town. The festival will close with a symphony concert by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 16.56 to the US Dollar, 22.06 to the British Pound, and 19.06 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,299.57 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 93.09 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 63,409.00.
The Rand is trading at 16.56 to the US Dollar, 22.06 to the British Pound, and 19.06 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 4,299.57 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 93.09 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 63,409.00.
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