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The Link Pioneering Education for a Brighter Tomorrow
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Johannesburg-based nonprofit organisation The Link is transforming the educational landscape for young learners in South Africa.
Founded in 2010 The Link provides personalized one-on-one support to learners struggling with reading and mathematics.
Under the leadership of coordinator Maggie Fussell and oversight of the Link Trust chaired by Tim Bashall the organisation has made significant strides.
To date, over 8000 children have benefited from its programs across 18-centers, with remarkable results.
Literacy levels have improved by up to 31% and teachers report that learners return from sessions more confident and eager to learn.
Founded in 2010 The Link provides personalized one-on-one support to learners struggling with reading and mathematics.
Under the leadership of coordinator Maggie Fussell and oversight of the Link Trust chaired by Tim Bashall the organisation has made significant strides.
To date, over 8000 children have benefited from its programs across 18-centers, with remarkable results.
Literacy levels have improved by up to 31% and teachers report that learners return from sessions more confident and eager to learn.
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Somerset West Thrift Shop Pioneers Sustainable Fashion with Social Impact
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A new thrift shop in Somerset West, in the Western Cape is making waves in the community by combining sustainable fashion with social impact.
Thrift & Thrive, a brand-new store, is not only stocked with pre-loved fashion, but also serves as a retail training centre for women looking to build brighter futures.
The initiative takes in 2 women every 6 weeks and provides them with detailed training in retail skills including customer service, sales, stock management and till operations.
Thrift & Thrive's mission is to equip these women with the tools and experience needed to succeed in the job market.
Thrift & Thrive, a brand-new store, is not only stocked with pre-loved fashion, but also serves as a retail training centre for women looking to build brighter futures.
The initiative takes in 2 women every 6 weeks and provides them with detailed training in retail skills including customer service, sales, stock management and till operations.
Thrift & Thrive's mission is to equip these women with the tools and experience needed to succeed in the job market.
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Drone Tech Sparks Innovation in Aviation Sector
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Drones are leading a technological revolution in the aviation industry as experts believe that drone technology has the potential to drive innovation and transformation in the sector.
The specialists say there are many opportunities that can be harnessed in the aviation sector to drive economic growth.
This was revealed at the 43rd annual Southern African Transport Conference which got underway on Monday in Pretoria focusing on mobility solutions to the region's challenges.
Aviation Expert John Heeger says discussions have be centred around how to intergrade drones and mend air systems into conventional aviation:
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The specialists say there are many opportunities that can be harnessed in the aviation sector to drive economic growth.
This was revealed at the 43rd annual Southern African Transport Conference which got underway on Monday in Pretoria focusing on mobility solutions to the region's challenges.
Aviation Expert John Heeger says discussions have be centred around how to intergrade drones and mend air systems into conventional aviation:
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Financial Indicators
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.79 to the US Dollar, 24.16 to the British Pound, and 20.85 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,331.70 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 70.67 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 108,610.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.79 to the US Dollar, 24.16 to the British Pound, and 20.85 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,331.70 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 70.67 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 108,610.00.
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