News Bulletin of 9 July 2025, 1pm

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Reside Summit 2025 kicks off in Sandton
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The much anticipated Reside Summit is underway at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, drawing key stakeholders to engage in critical conversations around the future of real estate, urban innovation and sustainable development.

The Summit has established itself as a platform for dialogue and innovation in real estate and urban development, it also acts as a catalyst for addressing Africa’s unique challenges and opportunities in housing, infrastructure and smart city development.

Participants will engage in high-level discussions, interactive workshops and networking sessions designed to foster collaboration across all areas of the property sector.
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Mega Maths Festival ignites a passion for STEM across South Africa
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The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences in partnership with the Department of Higher Education and Training and the University of the Western Cape, hosted the Mega Maths Festival in South Africa.

The festival brought together a diverse mix of learners, educators, policymakers, and experts in the field of mathematics under one roof, to celebrate the power and relevance of mathematics in today’s world.

The festival aims to strengthen teaching, learning and research of Mathematics across the country, while promoting careers in science, technology and engineering.
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TikTok to train 3,000 creators across Sub-Saharan Africa
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TikTok has announced a new commitment to upskill and train 3,000 content creators across Sub-Saharan Africa, through its flagship #LevelUpAfrica programme, designed to support the next generation of creatives

The announcement was made during a creator roundtable in Johannesburg and aims to expand opportunities within the creative sector while driving opportunities for youth across South Africa and the broader region.

The event brought together creators, media and industry partners, as well as government leaders, including Deputy Minister Jane Sithole from the Small Business Development Department.

The roundtable served as a powerful engagement platform, spotlighting Africa's growing creator economy and TikTok's continued efforts to unlock scalable, real-world opportunities for South Africans.
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919 FM is giving away R2500 for the best idea
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919 FM is inviting listeners to submit their creative ideas on improving the City of Johannesburg.
The station is partnering with Sandton based businesses to give away R2500 for the best idea.
From safeguarding substations against vandalism and preventing illegal dumping.

WhatsApp your voice notes to 084 22-12-919 to share your ideas and listen 919 throughout the week to hear the best ideas live on air.
Winners will be announced at the end of the month.
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