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50 YEARS AFTER THE SOWETO UPRISING: Half a century after 1976, the new youth struggle is economic
After decades of feeble growth, SA needs radical reform to create jobs for young people.
MONDAY, 15 JUNE 2026, 12:51
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After decades of feeble growth, SA needs radical reform to create jobs for young people.
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The UN human rights chief Volker Turk has welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire deal
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French wine and spirits exporters said on Monday U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat of 100% tariffs on French wine and champagne was bad news for an export-dependent industry caught in a dispute beyond its control.
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With the quadrennial obsession with global football upon us, savour these tasty titbits from 96 years of Fifa World Cup history.
South Africa
Mtshweni-Tsipane urges youth to follow 1976 generation’s example
While the youth of 1976 left an indelible mark in the fight against apartheid’s oppressive education policies, paving the way for equal access to education and opportunities, National Council of Provinces Chairperson Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane has urged today’s youth not to become passive members of society.
“To this...

South Africa
Seine netters have successfully been hauling in significant catches at Port Edward at the weekend.

South Africa
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day raises awareness of the abuse, neglect, exploitation of the elderly
South Africa
Man appears in court for kidnapping, unlawful discharge of a firearm
A 45-year-old suspect was arrested on charges of kidnapping, unlawful discharge of a firearm in a public area and defeating the ends of justice, following a shooting incident involving an e-hailing driver in Edenvale, Johannesburg, this past weekend.
The suspect is expected to appear before the Germiston...

World
Three men have been arrested after instructors failed to attach a rope to her before helping her jump from a bridge.

World
Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye is accused of trapping a taxi driver in a car and firing a gun in the man’s direction.

World
He was caught pulling the corners of his eyes at a South Korean influencer during the match in Mexico.

World
The announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details.

Africa
Sylvester Muigai Ndung’u was in Nanyuki to fetch a school uniform on Tuesday, his mother says.

Africa
Bola Tinubu was addressing the nation on Democracy Day, marking the return to civilian rule in 1999.

Africa
Former captain Dean Furman says South Africa were “miles off it” in their World Cup opener against Mexico, as many on the continent ‘hate-watch’ Bafana Bafana.

Africa
Former two-time world champion Gudaf Tsegay is banned for four months after admitting the presence of a prohibited substance in an out-of-competition test.

Business
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
Business
Business
Business

Politics
Forum for South Africa says Cyril Ramaphosa is using state resources to avoid accountability

Politics
On Tuesday, the country will mark the 50th commemoration of the June 16 Soweto uprising.

Politics
The SACP in Limpopo held its elective congress where new leadership was elected.

Politics
He addressed hundreds of MK Party supporters in Delft on the Cape Flats

Sport
As things stand, Hugo Broos is set to call it a day as Bafana Bafana coach after the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

Sport
A coalition of football associations from Africa, the Caribbean and Central Asia has criticised comments made by UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin regarding the expansion of the FIFA World Cup.

Sport
In a day of record-breaking running, line honours in the 2026 Comrades Marathon were claimed by South Africans George Kusche and Gerda Steyn.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly closing in on the appointment of a new coach, while the club is also linked with former Orlando Pirates star.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — National Assembly Departmental Committee on Education is set to embark on a comprehensive inquiry into the growing cases of school fires, destruction of property and student unrest reported in learning institutions across the country.
Education
[New Zimbabwe] Government has rolled out a programme to locate and return to class thousands of pupils who abandoned school last year, after data showed almost 40,000 learners exited the education system due to various hardships.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening play-based learning as the foundation for quality early childhood education, with stakeholders emphasising that play is how children learn and is essential to their holistic development.
Education
[Premium Times] The university spokesman disclosed that the decision to sack the affected staff members was taken at the 122nd meeting of the Governing Council held on 12 June.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Parents and caregivers who collect the Children’s Grant will receive their money on this date. Here is what you need to prepare.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Millions of elderly South Africans will receive their SASSA grants on this date – here is everything you need to know before payment day.

Entertainment
Starmer said the measures are part of a plan to keep young people safe online and to address late-night phone scrolling.

Entertainment
Eskom has only made 46% progress towards its target to remove feeders from load reduction
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Entertainment
Protests against illegal immigrants have taken place across several provinces in South Africa

Science/Tech
Even the aging iPhone 11 will feel a little more responsive soon, thanks to improvements in an unsung iOS feature.

Science/Tech
In recent months hackers have attempted to extort money from porn stars with big followings, in some cases filling their feeds with pro-MAGA and crypto content.

Science/Tech
A new report warns that Miami, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Dallas, and Houston could be particularly hot places to play during the 2026 World Cup.

Science/Tech
The market grow rapidly as consumers seek flexible, transparent payment solutions amid economic pressures, says TransUnion.

Motoring
Toyota now has the same amount of victories in the endurance classic as Bentley.
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Health
The United States is reliant on unpaid family caregivers, and millions of adult children are caring for parents who didn’t really care for them.

Health
Three nurses behind the event say they want women to feel they can have open and honest conversations.

Health
New mothers say they did not receive enough breastfeeding support when their babies were born.
Health
Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government.