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Ride Joburg Sets New Date for 2025
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Africa's premier timed cycling race, Virgin Active Ride Joburg has announced a strategic date change for its 2025 event.
The race will now take place on 26th of October instead of its original date of November 16.
The decision was made to avoid logistical conflicts with the G20 Summit which Johannesburg will host in mid-November.
The organzers say the original date would have posed significant challenges due to road closures and high-level security protocols.
The October event promises to deliver the same top-tier experience that cyclists expect, featuring 97km of fully closed roads, premium water points, enhanced safety and medical support, and a picturesque finish near the FNB Stadium Dome.
The new timing is expected to attract a stronger international field, with a substantial R200,000 prize for both the first male and female finishers.
The race will now take place on 26th of October instead of its original date of November 16.
The decision was made to avoid logistical conflicts with the G20 Summit which Johannesburg will host in mid-November.
The organzers say the original date would have posed significant challenges due to road closures and high-level security protocols.
The October event promises to deliver the same top-tier experience that cyclists expect, featuring 97km of fully closed roads, premium water points, enhanced safety and medical support, and a picturesque finish near the FNB Stadium Dome.
The new timing is expected to attract a stronger international field, with a substantial R200,000 prize for both the first male and female finishers.
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South Africa's Top Journalists Recognized at Sikuvile Awards
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The 2025 Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Awards last month brought together South Africa's finest journalists in Johannesburg, celebrating excellence in print and broadcast media.
The event showcased outstanding work in various categories, including investigative reporting, human-interest features, political commentary, and multimedia storytelling.
The awards recognized both veteran journalists for their lifetime contributions and emerging talent through student and young journalist categories.
Now in its fourth year, the Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Awards continue to nurture the future of journalism in the country, encouraging innovation and excellence in storytelling.
Cleopatra Jones is one of the journalists who were honoured at the ceremony:
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The event showcased outstanding work in various categories, including investigative reporting, human-interest features, political commentary, and multimedia storytelling.
The awards recognized both veteran journalists for their lifetime contributions and emerging talent through student and young journalist categories.
Now in its fourth year, the Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Awards continue to nurture the future of journalism in the country, encouraging innovation and excellence in storytelling.
Cleopatra Jones is one of the journalists who were honoured at the ceremony:
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Redhill School's U17 Netball Team Win Prestigious World Schools Netball Cup
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Redhill School's U17 netball team has made history by becoming the first South African school to win the prestigious World Schools Netball Cup.
The tournament, held in England, saw the talented young athletes showcase their skills and determination on a global stage.
The team's journey was marked by resilience and adaptability, as they battled against top-notch competition from around the world.
The team's Coach Ashley Gary says a pivotal moment came in their first game, where the team rallied from a halftime deficit to secure a crucial win.
The tournament, held in England, saw the talented young athletes showcase their skills and determination on a global stage.
The team's journey was marked by resilience and adaptability, as they battled against top-notch competition from around the world.
The team's Coach Ashley Gary says a pivotal moment came in their first game, where the team rallied from a halftime deficit to secure a crucial win.
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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 69.96 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 108,761.00.
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 69.96 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 108,761.00.
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