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McKenzie to write to Sundowns about Cardoso’s continuous criticism of PSL
Minister worried about negative impact coach is having on sourcing vital sponsors for league

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German YouTuber retains cheese roll champion title
Thousands of people brave high temperatures to watch the annual event on Cooper’s Hill.
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THE CONVERSATION: Can houseplants really purify the air in your home? What the science actually says
Houseplants can add beauty and comfort to your home, but their air-purifying abilities are limited. Scientific evidence reveals they aren’t a standalone solution for indoor air quality issues.
South Africa
Western Cape holds public consultations on eviction law amendments
Western Cape holds public consultations on eviction law amendments
Communities in the Western Cape will have a chance to make their voices heard on the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land (PIE) Amendment Bill.
The Department of Human Settlements will this week host public information sessions in the Garden Route and the City of Cape Town.
The sessions...
South Africa
Western Cape Premier leads oversight visits to storm-hit areas
Western Cape Premier leads oversight visits to storm-hit areas
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, together with Members of the Provincial Legislature (MPLs), has embarked on oversight visits to several areas hardest hit by the severe weather system that struck the province earlier this month.
The two-day visit, taking place from 25-28 May 2026, forms part of the provincial...

South Africa
UIF online platform improves access to services: Meth
Meth says more than 4.5 million claims have been processed and paid through the new system.
South Africa
DHET, Takealot partnership to create income opportunities for students
DHET, Takealot partnership to create income opportunities for students
The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), in partnership with leading e-commerce business, Takealot Group, is working to provide 500 students with income-earning opportunities while they continue with their studies.
The initiative forms part of the expansion of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)...

World
Trump says U.S. and Iran nearing a peace deal. And, Pope Leo weighs in on AI’s rise
President Trump says that a deal with Iran to end the war is largely negotiated. And, Pope Leo XIV weighed in today on the rise of AI during his first encyclical.

World
Clashes as Venezuelan prisoners protest over alleged mistreatment
The prisoners insisted their protest was peaceful but that security forces deployed to quell it opened fire.

World
Moment of gas explosion at China coal mine
At least 82 people have been killed and two are missing after a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern China on Sunday, officials say.

World
U.S.-Iran peace deal emerging, while war threats still loom
President Trump and other administration officials are tempering expectations raised of an imminent agreement to end the war in Iran while Iranian officials have signaled there are still disagreements on key issues.

Africa
Three killed in Uganda after crashing into elephant
Four people were also injured in the incident inside Murchison Falls National Park, officials say.

Africa
Senegal’s leadership row mounts as parliament speaker resigns
Some speculate that El Malick Ndiaye stepped down so that ousted-PM Ousmane Sonko can take his place.

Africa
Kenya police shake up president’s protection team after security breach
A man managed to evade security and embrace William Ruto before being wrestled to the ground.

Africa
Mamelodi Sundowns win African Champions League title
South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns clinch their second African Champions League title with a 2-1 aggregate win over Moroccan club AS FAR in the final.

Business
Woolworths under fire as another business closes after 30 years in South Africa
The DA wants to launch an investigation into South Africa’s competition laws following two high-profile disputes involving long-time suppliers to Woolworths.

Business
Good news for the rand
The rand has started the week on a stronger footing against major currencies, but the news is bittersweet, as it comes amid market expectations of interest rate hikes on Thursday.
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Business
Popular shopping malls in South Africa sold for R356 million
Township and rural retail real estate experts, Exemplar, has acquired three major retail assets in South Africa.

Politics
Constitution produced political culture that is robust: Ramaphosa
The President says South Africans are fortunate to live in a society with a vibrant public space.

Politics
ANC must not be pre-occupied by Phala Phala matter: Mbeki
Mbeki also emphasised that he supports Ramaphosa’s decision to challenge the matter in court.

Politics
EFF calls for forensic investigation into Xolile George salary
The EFF says concerns remain over the salary structure of the parliament’s secretary George Xolile.

Politics
ANC NEC to conclude its two day meeting in Kempton Park
The ANC NEC in between the conference, met to deliberate on a number of issues

Sport
Forest owner Marinakis shown in heated altercation at Olympiakos basketball game
Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis is filmed appearing to have a heated altercation during the Euroleague Basketball final in Athens on Sunday.

Sport
World Cup: Every squad as they are announced
Every squad for the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico as they are announced.

Sport
Mercedes team-mates go head-to-head for F1 crown
On The Chequered Flag podcast, former McClaren mechanic Marc Priestley and F1 journalist Rebecca Clancey discuss the rivalry between Mercedes team-mates Kimi Antonelli and George Russell in their bid to top the Drivers’ Championship.

Sport
Why its ‘clicked’ for Hamilton and Ferrari in Canada
On The Chequered Flag Podcast, former McClaren mechanic Marc Priestley and F1 journalist Rebecca Clancey discuss Lewis Hamilton’s comeback at the Canadian Grand Prix in Quebec.
Education
Kenya: Govt Boosts Education Funding, Targets Ksh765b Budget – – Kindiki
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to transforming the education sector through increased funding, improved infrastructure and expanded access to learning opportunities across the country.
Education
Falling Test Scores: Reasons and Fixes
Readers discuss data showing lower reading and math scores. Also: The yuppie factor.
Education
Malawi: Emuni Study Exposes Deep Crisis in Inclusive Early Childhood Education in Lilongwe
[Nyasa Times] A new study by Emmanuel University has exposed serious weaknesses in Malawi’s Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) system, revealing that many centres in Lilongwe Urban, Lilongwe East and Lilongwe West are ill-equipped to provide inclusive education for children with disabilities.
Education
Rwanda: When the Teachers Fail the Test – the Crisis of Western Human Rights Credibility
[New Times] For decades, Western governments and institutions have presented themselves as the guardians of the international human rights order. They have monitored elections, issued reports, imposed sanctions, funded advocacy organisations, and regularly lectured other nations on democracy, governance, and human dignity. Whether in Africa, Asia, Latin America, or Eastern Europe, the message...
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Entertainment
Brown Mogotsi ‘offered a bribe’ to official not to oppose bail
He has denied all charges against him.

Entertainment
John Steenhuisen calls for a collaborative action plan between South Africa and Botswana to combat FMD
According to Steenhuisen, it is clear that no country can defeat FMD in isolation.

Entertainment
Is National Treasury able to intervene in Eskom’s Johannesburg disconnection threat?
The Johannesburg municipality owes Eskom at least R6.7 billion, with R1.5 billion of that due to the electricity supplier by 5 June.

Entertainment
Here’s Eskom’s weekly load reduction schedule for the rest of May
Today marks 374 days without load shedding.

Science/Tech
Sita, Sars rubbish reports they were hacked
Two government agencies have moved within hours of each other to knock down reports of system compromises.

Science/Tech
Pope urges world to hit brakes on AI
The first US pope calls for political action and a ban on artificial intelligence making lethal decisions.

Science/Tech
iqbusiness acquires Silversoft Group
The acquisition is aimed at expanding iqbusiness’s ERP and PSA capabilities.

Science/Tech
Retro Rabbit / SmarTek21 refines the art and science of product delivery
Retro Rabbit pressure-tests every concept before development, ensuring code solves a real business problems.
Motoring
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Health
One-and-Done Heart Disease Prevention? Scientists Show It May Be Possible.
A single infusion of an experimental gene-editing drug seemed to reduce LDL long-term in a small trial. The results may point to something “curative,” one expert said.
Health
Caught Flat-Footed, a City Races to Catch Up With Ebola
The deadly virus has spread alarmingly in Congo for months. Only now is the response taking shape.
Health
U.S. Ebola Travel Ban Faces Criticism From Congo Health Officials
Kinshasa residents continue to pack markets, bars and public transportation, despite growing international concern about the spread of the virus.
Health
5 Takeaways From a Times Investigation on Autism Therapy Clinics
A rapidly growing industry often overprescribes treatment to young children with autism, who spend as many as 40 hours a week at the facilities.