News Bulletin of 9 September 2025, 10am

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South Africa to Host 2025 Urban20 Summit, focusing on Climate Action and Urban Resilience
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South Africa is set to host the 2025 Urban20 Summit, an event that brings together cities from G20 member states to tackle global economic, climate change, and development issues.
The summit will focus on Climate Action and Urban Resilience, recognizing African cities' vulnerability and potential to lead solutions to the climate crisis.
The U20 cycle, co-chaired by Johannesburg and Tshwane, aims to advance urban priorities and amplify the voices of African cities on the global stage by informing G20 negotiations.
This will provide a platform for African cities to share their perspectives and solutions to climate change, shaping global policies and actions.
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VUT & Standard Bank launches Green Hydrogen and Alternative Energy Hub
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The Vaal University of Technology and Standard Bank have launched a Green Hydrogen and Alternative Energy Hub.
The centre will produce hydrogen from waste and renewable systems, driving innovation in South Africa's green economy.
It aims to cut carbon emissions, boost local industries, and create jobs.
The hub will also equip students with skills and research opportunities.
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Western Cape Department promotes culture of reading across all ages
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The Western Cape Cultural Affairs and Sport Department says it is committed to promoting a culture of reading across all ages.
Marking International Literacy Day, yesterday, MEC Ricardo Mackenzie highlighted the role of public libraries in providing books, digital resources, and safe study spaces.
He confirmed that with 375 service points, rural internet access, and programmes for the blind, the department supports thousands annually and has urged residents to join libraries:
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Your financial indicators for this hour:

The Rand is trading at Error to the US Dollar, Error to the British Pound, and Error to the Euro.

Gold is trading at Error dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at Error per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 113,016.00.
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Tyla wins best afrobeats at 2025 MTV VMAs for 2nd consecutive year
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South African singer Tyla has made history again, winning the Best Afrobeats award at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards in New York.
The ceremony took place on Sunday, at the UBS Arena in New York
This marks the 23-year-old second consecutive victory in the category, following her 2024 win with "Water".
Tyla's hit single "Push 2 Start" took center stage, beating out stiff competition from Nigerian heavyweights Tems, Burna Boy, Rema, and Wizkid.
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