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AUKODesigns Brings Innovation and STEAM to South Africa
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Johannesburg-based AUKODesigns is making its mark in 3D design, CAD software, and advanced manufacturing.
Led by Kopano Maniko, the company also runs STEAM workshops to inspire young creatives and develop practical skills.
AUKODesigns has grown into a 15-member team and launched products like Auko Puzzles, which now appeal to all ages.
The company has received support from the National Youth Development Agency and won R100,000 at the Hollywood Foundation’s Bambelela Business Awards in 2024.
Maniko says AUKODesigns reflects African pride and innovation, combining years of experience across design disciplines to foster creativity and skill development in South Africa.
Led by Kopano Maniko, the company also runs STEAM workshops to inspire young creatives and develop practical skills.
AUKODesigns has grown into a 15-member team and launched products like Auko Puzzles, which now appeal to all ages.
The company has received support from the National Youth Development Agency and won R100,000 at the Hollywood Foundation’s Bambelela Business Awards in 2024.
Maniko says AUKODesigns reflects African pride and innovation, combining years of experience across design disciplines to foster creativity and skill development in South Africa.
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Stellenbosch Lecturer Offers Free Online Classes for Unplaced Learners
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Tersia du Plessis, a former college teacher and Stellenbosch University lecturer, is offering free online lessons for Grade 8 learners who have not yet been placed in schools.
Her system tracks progress, provides feedback, and covers core subjects including English, Afrikaans, maths, natural science, history, and geography.
Du Plessis hopes the Department of Education will support her initiative so more learners can benefit.
The Western Cape Education Department says most learners are placed before the end of the year, but late applications and oversubscribed schools can cause delays.
Du Plessis says her free teaching can help bridge the gap while learners wait for placement.
Her system tracks progress, provides feedback, and covers core subjects including English, Afrikaans, maths, natural science, history, and geography.
Du Plessis hopes the Department of Education will support her initiative so more learners can benefit.
The Western Cape Education Department says most learners are placed before the end of the year, but late applications and oversubscribed schools can cause delays.
Du Plessis says her free teaching can help bridge the gap while learners wait for placement.
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SAMRC Showcases HIV Research at South African AIDS Conference
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The 12th South African AIDS Conference is underway at Emperor’s Palace in Gauteng, running from 8 to 11 September 2025.
Under the theme “Unite for Change – Empower Communities and Redefine Priorities for HIV/AIDS,” the event brings together researchers, leaders, and advocates to highlight progress in HIV care and prevention.
The South African Medical Research Council is presenting new research and innovations in treatment and prevention.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile opened the conference, emphasising the power of community collaboration. More than six million people in South Africa are now on HIV treatment, reflecting the country’s strong commitment to tackling the epidemic and improving public health.
Under the theme “Unite for Change – Empower Communities and Redefine Priorities for HIV/AIDS,” the event brings together researchers, leaders, and advocates to highlight progress in HIV care and prevention.
The South African Medical Research Council is presenting new research and innovations in treatment and prevention.
Deputy President Paul Mashatile opened the conference, emphasising the power of community collaboration. More than six million people in South Africa are now on HIV treatment, reflecting the country’s strong commitment to tackling the epidemic and improving public health.
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Your financial indicators for this hour:
The Rand is trading at 17.51 to the US Dollar, 23.73 to the British Pound, and 20.55 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,649.78 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.02 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 112,765.00.
The Rand is trading at 17.51 to the US Dollar, 23.73 to the British Pound, and 20.55 to the Euro.
Gold is trading at 3,649.78 dollars a fine ounce, Brent Crude Oil is at 66.02 per barrel, and a Bitcoin will set you back 112,765.00.
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