News Bulletin of 9 August 2025, 9am

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Joburg’s iconic City library reopens following major structural upgrades
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The City of Johannesburg has officially reopened most sections of its historic Johannesburg City Library following major structural repairs.

The reopening was timed to coincide with the library’s 90th anniversary on the 6th of August and will be celebrated today August the 9th.

The JCL’s collection includes materials dating back over 100 years, reflecting the city’s long-standing dedication to preserving knowledge and access to information for all citizens.

The reopening of the library on Women’s Day underscores its vital role in promoting equity and education – particularly for women and young people.
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Professor Hester Klopper becomes the first Woman Vice-Chancellor at UFS
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Proffessor Hester Klopper has made history after she was officially inaugurated as the Free State University's 15th Vice-Chancellor and principal and the first woman to hold the prestigious position in the institution’s 121-year history.

Presented in the Odeion Auditorium on the Bloemfontein Campus the ceremony was a momentous occasion, marked by celebratory moments.

Proffessor Klopper emphasised the importance of the UFS to find its unique place and purpose in confronting the challenges faced by the higher education sector.
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eThekwini approved for independent power generation
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The eThekwini Metro has become the first municipality to be granted permission to generate its own electricity.

The Metro will now begin the process of procuring electricity from independent power producers.
Four hundred megawatts of electricity will be made available to the city upon the completion of the project.

An esimated 2200 jobs will be created during the construction period.
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Four African Schools named among the Top 10 finalists in the 2025 World’s Best School Awards
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Four schools in Africa have been named top 10 finalists for the 2025 World’s Best School Prizes.

The prestigious annual awards honour schools that not only positively shape the lives of their students through innovative education but also have an indelible impact on their immediate communities and beyond.

Key Academy in Lagos, Nigeria, is a finalist in the Innovation category for being "Africa’s first project-based learning school".

Aga Khan High School in Kampala, Uganda, is being recognized for its work in supporting students from culturally diverse and underserved backgrounds, who have faced extreme adversity.

The five winners of this year's World’s Best School Prizes will be announced in December following an extensive judging process.
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