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Linda Mtoba’s daughter inspired her to join ‘Masked Singer SA’
Linda Mtoba says her six-year-old daughter was the inspiration behind her going under disguise for season three of ‘The Masked Singer SA’.
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THE CONVERSATION: What’s overlooked in student mental health in South Africa: social connection and sexual wellbeing
Addressing student mental health in South Africa means prioritising both social connections and sexual wellbeing, fostering environments where students thrive instead of merely coping.

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World title on horizon for Monica Mkandla, says Luis
Fondly known as “Savage”, the 26-year-old amazing fighter from Zimbabwean who is trained in Edenvale, east of Johannesburg by Vusi Mtolo, is currently rated No 9 in the world by the WBO.

South Africa
March and March confirms leader in Ekurhuleni gunned down
March and March has confirmed the death of its leader in Ekurhuleni.

South Africa
Eight transported to hospital after structural collapse at Inanda
Eight people have been transported to hospital after structural collapse at Ebuhleni village, KZN
South Africa
Nominations open for 2026 National Arts and Culture Awards
Nominations open for 2026 National Arts and Culture Awards
The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has called on artists, cultural institutions, industry bodies, community organisations and the public to submit nominations for the 2026 National Arts and Culture Awards before the deadline this week.
The awards, held under the theme “Celebrating Our Nation’s Creative...
South Africa
Steenhuisen to address Manufacturing Indaba
Steenhuisen to address Manufacturing Indaba
Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition John Steenhuisen will address the opening of the Manufacturing Indaba at the Sandton Convention Centre on Tuesday.
“The Manufacturing Indaba is an annual exhibition platform allowing businesses of all sizes from industry giants to emerging entrepreneurs to showcase their products,...

World
‘Hero, legend, sweetheart’: Tributes to Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill, who has died aged 78
Friends, politicians and fellow film stars remember Neill following his “sudden and unexpected” death.

World
Men disguised as police kill Ecuadorean drug lord’s brother
The victim, David Macías, was the brother of drug lord ‘El Fito’, who is awaiting trial in the US.

World
People flee Bangkok bar as huge flames shoot out from doorway
At least 27 people have died and 25 are critically injured after a fire tore through a bar in a popular Bangkok district.

World
Senator Lindsey Graham died of aortic tear, examiner says
Graham, a close Republican ally of Donald Trump, died at the age of 71 on Saturday evening.

Africa
Blow to South African corruption case as key suspect pulls out of plea deal
Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala could have given evidence against senior police officials in a $22m graft case.

Africa
Sudan’s paramilitary RSF chief sentenced to death over war crimes
Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo was convicted in absentia along with 15 RSF commanders and allies.

Africa
UK seeking extradition of murder suspect from South Africa
Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma is in court after being arrested in Johannesburg.

Africa
Sixteen starve to death in Uganda as drought kills crops
Climate change, poor rainfall, deforestation, overgrazing and crop pests are to blame, say experts.
Business
Business
Business
Business

Politics
LIVE | Madlanga Commission of Inquiry | Monday, 13 July 2026
Madlanga Commission continues hearing witness testimony at the Bridgette Mabandla Justice

Politics
Solidarity threatens legal action over Johann Mettler’s suspension
Solidarity has argued that the process leading to his suspension was unfair.
Politics
IDAC head Andrea Johnson set to appear before Madlanga Commission
The complaint relates to the alleged intimidation and assault of Brigadier Leonora Phetle.

Politics
More resources to be mobilised for next voter reg weekend: Cachalia
The next voter registration will be on the 1 and 2 August.

Sport
Knight ‘really content’ after ending England career
Former England captain and World Cup winner Heather Knight says she is “really content” after calling time on her international career.

Sport
Bilic reappointed as Croatia manager
Croatia reappoint former defender Slaven Bilic as the manager of their men’s national team.

Sport
I want to give fans a team to be proud of – Iraola
Andoni Iraola wants to give Liverpool fans “a team that they can be proud of” and says he is ready for the responsibility of such a big job.

Sport
India bowl out England to win historic Lord’s Test by 270 runs
India take the required four wickets before lunch to seal an emphatic 270-run victory over England in the historic women’s Test match at Lord’s.
Education
Uganda: Emotional Scenes As Kampala Parents’ School Pupils Mob Chairman Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia
[New Light] Hundreds of pupils at Kampala Parents’ School broke into cheers and spontaneous applause on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, when the school’s chairman, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, arrived on campus in Naguru, prompting an impromptu scramble among learners eager to shake his hand, exchange a few words, or have him autograph their books.
Education
Tanzania: Teachers, the Unsung Architects of Patriotism
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam — EVERY nation aspires to raise citizens who love their country, respect its laws, protect its unity and actively contribute to its development.
Education
Liberia: Despite Liberia’s Educational Challenges, Keynote Speaker Challenges Graduates to Pursue Excellence
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — The Chief Executive Officer of Jackson F. Doe Hospital, Dr. Victor Z. Kaizer, has challenged graduating students of Konbah Leadership Academy (KLA) to remain committed to excellence despite the numerous challenges confronting Liberia’s education sector.
Education
Kenya: Universities Fund Urges 2026 Kuccps Students to Apply for Govt Scholarships Before September Deadline
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The Universities Fund has urged the 202,133 students placed in public universities for the 2026/2027 academic year to apply for Government scholarships through the Higher Education Financing portal.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
These areas will be hit by City Power’s outages this week
City Power said the planned interruptions form part of its ongoing programme to strengthen the electricity network.

Entertainment
EU to limit children’s access to social media – gradually
New recommendations propose supervised social media use for younger children and safer online platforms for teenagers.

Entertainment
Tears, doubts and instant sparks: Episode 2 weddings shake up Married At First Sight Mzansi S3
Everything you need to know about the newest MAFS Mzansi couples – plus why Prince had people talking long before the show began.

Entertainment
Jetour puts reduced price tag on refreshed Dashing and X70 Plus
Outshone by the T1 and T2 in recent months, the Dashing and X70 Plus receive more power and a price cut.

Science/Tech
Meet the SA software house behind Pick n Pay’s Penny
Catalyst Software helped build the retailer’s Gemini-powered shopping assistant – and rebuilt the asap! app it lives in.

Science/Tech
Top ICT tenders: Home Affairs locks down authentication, access control
The State Information Technology Agency is calling for a system that will legally bind users to transactions.

Science/Tech
eMedia launches Openview Stream
Openview Stream, a free ad-supported service, debuts in seven African countries – with South Africa conspicuously absent.

Science/Tech
6 Best Bidets of 2026: Toto, Brondell, More, All Tested in My Bathroom
These butt-cleaning machines also offer luxe features like custom seat warming and adjustable water flows.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Ebola vaccine made in UK now ready for trials
A new vaccine to tackle Ebola will now be tested on people.

Health
UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks
The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults.
Health
What Is an Aortic Dissection?
The condition that killed Senator Lindsey Graham is deadly, sudden and difficult to treat — “like a knife to the back,” one expert said.

Health
Endometriosis groups ‘crying out’ for cut in diagnosis time
Two new non-invasive tests available from GPs are being proposed to speed up diagnosis times.