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FIFA World Cup: Tom, Siwela deployed for Germany vs Curacao game
Tom will be the fourth official for the FIFA World Cup match between Germany and Curacao while Siwela will be the reserve assistant referee.

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WATCH|Fans confident Bafana will beat Mexico
Fans at Mall of Africa believes that will win against Mexico

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WATCH | Fans confident Bafana will beat Mexico
Fans at Mall of Africa believes that will win against Mexico

South Africa
9 Bangladeshi nationals stopped at OR Tambo over fake visas
Nine Bangladeshi nationals were refused entry into SA and arrangements were made for their return

South Africa
Western Cape says storm damage estimated at R10 billion
The provincial government says additional funding will be sought from the national government.

South Africa
Murder accused Tiffany Meek back in court on Friday
Meek faces several charged including murder and defeating the ends of justice for Jayden’s death.

South Africa
Maghreb Countries Push AI Education and Research as Algeria Positions Itself as Regional Leader
The five Maghreb countries in western and central North Africa — Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Libya and Mauritania — are making steady progress in developing artificial intelligence education and research within universities and beyond, with Algeria emerging as the regional pacesetter. Algeria launched its first AI and cybersecurity start-up cluster earlier this year, aimed at bridging […]

World
Deadly Sudan drone strike targets funeral procession
Rights groups accuse the RSF paramilitary group of killing civilians in el-Obeid, a city on the civil war’s front line.

World
A sneak peek inside Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium before World Cup kickoff
The BBC’s Will Grant got access inside the renovated venue ahead of the first game of the tournament.

World
Thai court sentences two men to death over Bangkok shrine bombing
Twenty people died and 120 others were injured in the explosion at the Erawan shrine 11 years ago.

World
Watch: Historic US-Canada border library gets new Quebec-only entrance
The Trump administration in 2025 paused the use of the famous Haskell Library’s main entrance on the US side, which had been used by both countries for decades.

Africa
Nigeria evacuates citizens from South Africa as anti-migrant sentiment rises
Nigeria is the latest African state to repatriate citizens following reports of xenophobic attacks.

Africa
When will an African side win the World Cup?
Morocco became Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalists at Qatar 2022, but how close is a side from the continent to lifting the trophy?

Africa
Who is the Somali referee barred from entering the US for the World Cup?
Omar Artan was set to become the first Somali to referee a game at the World Cup finals, but his place in history has been denied by US immigration authorities.

Africa
Ghanaian women defy odds to get Cambridge degrees
Scholarships help three women who grew up in poverty complete master’s qualifications in the UK.

Business
Why does your World Cup pint cost so much this time round?
Pub landlords explain why they have no choice but to charge more.
Business

Business
Dozens of crisis payments handed out by council
Many of the completed payments have gone to low income families with surging heating oil costs.
Business

Politics
Patriotic Alliance retains Malmesbury Ward 11 after by-election
The party’s Raymond Ricardo Mains has been elected as the ward’s new councillor.

Politics
LIVE | Madlanga Commission of Inquiry Day 118 | 11 June
The Madlanga Commission into crime, political interference and corruption continues hearing witness.

Politics
MPs question Major General Rhoode’s conduct in Phala Phala matter
The Phala Phala farm burglary came under scrutiny from the Portfolio Committee on Police.

Politics
MKP says worried about possible political killings ahead of elections
Sibonelo Nomvalo says the MK P believes some of its members are being targeted for political reasons

Sport
Pirelli F1 tyre contract extended until 2028
Italian company Pirelli will continue as Formula 1’s tyre supplier until 2028 after its contract was extended by another year.

Sport
Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers
It is a dilemma plenty of fans in the UK will have – and we are giving you the chance to follow the World Cup without spoilers.

Sport
Team Wales hopefuls in search of Commonwealth gold
With a team of 127 Welsh athletes set to be named later this month, BBC Sport caught up with some athletes hoping to wear red for Wales this summer.
Sport
Kaizer Chiefs tipped to sign Sipho Mbule but agent explains one problem
Sipho Mbule’s agent Mike Makaab says many teams are open to signing the former Orlando Pirates star but a move away from SA is likely.
Education
Nigeria: Police Dismiss Rumoured Attacks On Schools
[Premium Times] The Police Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun, said the police had visited all the schools mentioned and found no evidence of any attack.

Education
More than one in five pupils in England have special educational needs, figures show
Data shows sharp increase in number of children receiving extra support and highlights pressure on schools, families and councils
More than one in five pupils in England have special educational needs, as the latest official figures show a sharp increase in the numbers of children receiving extra support in school.
The annual data from the Department for Education (DfE) confirms predictions of...
Education
Uganda: How Solar Energy Is Transforming Education in Mbale’s Kilulu Village
[Nile Post] Nestled among the rolling hills of Mbale District, Kilulu B village is experiencing a quiet transformation powered not by large infrastructure projects or government programs, but by the sun.

Education
More than one in five pupils in England getting special educational needs support
More than one in five pupils in England – around 1.8 million children – get extra support in school.
Lifestyle
Jessica Nkosi hosts brand-new show on Mzansi Magic
Jessica Nkosi returns to television as the host of ‘Make Life Good’, a new reality series focused on transforming communities.
Lifestyle
Lindah Majola posts CCTV shots of repeat intruder at his café [photos]
South African actor and entrepreneur, Lindah Majola, took to social media and posted a series of CCTV shots of a repeat intruder at his café.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
In case you missed it: 586 Nigerians repatriated | AKA and Tibz trial pushed back | Cartrack ‘whistle-blower’ speaks
Catch up on the biggest stories of Thursday, 11 June 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.
Entertainment
Entertainment

Entertainment
Friday weather: Wet weather in WC and NC, and damaging winds in EC
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for Friday, 12 June 2026.
Science/Tech
OpenAI Mulls Slashing Prices As It Competes With Anthropic For Users
OpenAI is reportedly considering sharp price cuts for paid access to its AI models as competition with Anthropic intensifies and both companies race for users ahead of potential IPOs. “The company is weighing significant cuts to what it charges for tokens, the unit of measurement artificial-intelligence firms use to bill for their products,” the Wall Street Journal said, adding that it was “in...

Science/Tech
Scientists reveal surprising mechanism behind Venus flytrap’s rapid snap
Intricate tests show hair-trigger detection causes cells on outer surface of leaf to soften, prompting closure
The Venus flytrap is one of nature’s most impressive predators, luring insects with the intoxicating scent of nectar before capturing them with a snap of its jaw-like leaves.
Now, scientists have revealed the mechanism that allows the carnivorous plant to react with lightning speed,...

Science/Tech
Subterranean fungi networks more than 100 quadrillion km in length, study finds
First ever global mapping of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi shows scale of hyphal systems that sustain plant life
Our planet’s soils contain enough of the subterranean fungi that sustain plant life and help regulate the climate to stretch from the Earth to the sun almost three-quarters of a billion times, a groundbreaking new study has found.
Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi are networks of tubular...
Science/Tech
Skeptics Question Whether SpaceX Is Worth $1.77 Trillion
Elon Musk’s rocket company is spending big and losing money. That has raised questions about whether it can justify its valuation for its blockbuster initial public offering.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Why did it take so long for me to be diagnosed?
Ellie Colton was finally diagnosed with endometriosis after years of debilitating pain. She meets a scientist developing a simple diagnostic test that could help many women.

Health
Wegovy weight-loss pill approved in UK
Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says a daily tablet of the drug could be more convenient for some people than weekly injections.

Health
Cancellations ‘unavoidable’ during hospital strike
The British Medical Association has announced more strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay.
Health
Can’t Pay Medical Bills? Trump Administration Suggests Getting a Loan
One-third of Americans shoulder health care debt. Insurers are being asked to consider lending money to Obamacare consumers who can’t afford higher deductibles.