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PKK’s jailed leader Ocalan says armed struggle against Turkiye over
Influential leader records message from prison, saying ‘care and sensitivity’ needed for peace process.

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Son of couple held in Iran: ‘They aren’t spies, they’re Mum and Dad’
Joe Bennett says he has not heard from his parents in six months after their arrest on spying charges.

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PSG’s Enrique evades Mbappe talk ahead of Real Madrid Club World Cup semi
PSG coach Luis Enrique refused to comment on ex-player Kylian Mbappe before his side’s semifinal against Real Madrid.

South Africa
SAPS ready to brief President on Mkhwanazi’s allegations: Masemola
Masemola has conceded that Mkhwanazi’s allegations are extremely worrying.
South Africa
News24 | Teen boy shot dead and 3 people injured in Philippi East, motive unclear
A 16-year-old boy was shot dead and three people were wounded at a wendy house in Lower Crossroads, Philippi East, on Tuesday afternoon.
South Africa
Minister tables R509 million DPME budget
Minister tables R509 million DPME budget
The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME) has been allocated a budget of R509 million for the 2025/26 financial year, which will support efforts to strengthen government capacity and deliver on South Africa’s key development priorities.
Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa,...

South Africa
Twelve-year-old dies due to fire at Limpopo initiation school
The initiate had been transferred from a hospital in Limpopo to Gauteng.

World
Morning new brief
The latest on the deadly floods in Texas, foreign policy dominates President Trump’s week, Supreme Court allows Trump to resume mass federal layoffs for now.

World
Foreign policy dominating President Trump’s week
President Trump is hosting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu this week as they work on a ceasefire in Gaza. He’s also resuming military aid shipments to Ukraine after they were temporarily halted.

World
Baseline knowledge: Where tennis comes from and how the game has changed
Recent years have seen an upswing in people playing tennis (or at least dressing like it). But it’s not just a phase. The sport — at least some version of it — has been around since medieval times.

World
Anger after sharp rise in death toll from Kenya’s anti-government protests
More than 100 people were injured and over 500 others arrested amid widespread destruction of property, reports say.

Africa
Why ‘pan-Africanist’ influencers pushed rumours of a coup
Unpicking the disinformation behind a social media trend spreading tension ahead of Ivory Coast’s election.

Africa
Ramaphosa opposes Trump’s 30% tariff on South Africa
US President Donald Trump announces a 30% tariff on South African imports starting from 1 August.

Africa
Traore strike sees Mali edge past Tanzania at Wafcon
A goal in first-half injury time from Saratou Traore is enough to see Mali edge a tight Group C encounter against Tanzania at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

Africa
South Africa begin Wafcon defence with win over Ghana
South Africa begin the defence of their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title with a 2-0 win over Ghana in Morocco.

Business
Storm brewing for one of South Africa’s biggest companies
Trade union Solidarity has issued a legal letter to Bidvest over the company’s school bursary programme.

Business
SARS extends critical deadline after downtime and glitches
SARS has extended the deadline for employers to file their monthly tax data after its systems experienced glitches and downtime this week.

Business
Major international companies put South Africa on a deadline
Global initiative RE100 says South Africa needs to urgently ramp up it energy reforms, with its members looking to go 100% renewable by 2050.

Business
Prominent South African-owned mine shutting down in Canada
Low palladium prices are forcing Impala Platinum Holdings Ltd. to shut down its mine in Canada.

Politics
ANC to hold memorial for Mabuza in Mpumalanga on Thursday
ANC SG Mbalula says Mabuza’s death is a loss for both the party and the country.

Politics
Phadi’s removal from MKP bodes well for the party: Mkhwebane
The Mbombela High Court dismissed Phadi’s appeal on Tuesday.

Politics
Didiza considering course of action amid Mkhwanazi allegations
Mkhwanazi alleges that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu interfered in crime fighting operations.

Politics
MK Party wins membership court case against Mary Phadi
Mary Phadi is no longer the leader of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party in Mpumalanga.

Sport
Red Bull sack team principal Horner
Christian Horner is sacked as team principal of Formula 1 team Red Bull with immediate effect.

Sport
Pirates news: Striker search nears conclusion, new signings galore
Orlando Pirates have already had a successful offseason, and they still have over a month to play with. Who’s next?

Sport
‘I was sacked and forced to apologise’ – Ex-Kaizer Chiefs captain
‘I got sacked with two weeks left in the contract and made to apologise,’ former Kaizer Chiefs captain cries foul.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates new era: New captains
Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are set to appoint new captains. These are the favourites for both coveted roles.
Education
Sudan: Electronic Application Period for Higher Education Institutions Extended Until Next Thursday.
[SNA] – The General Administration for Admission, Evaluation, and Authentication of Certificates at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the extension of the electronic application period for general admission for students of the postponed Sudanese Certificate, 2023 until next Thursday, July 10, instead of the previous date of July 7.
Education
Hundreds of Chinese Children Poisoned With Lead From Kindergarten Food
The kindergarten’s cooks used inedible pigments to decorate buns and cakes, the authorities said. Eight school officials and employees were detained.
Education
Nigeria: Federal Govt Declares Admission Into Tertiary Institutions Outside Caps Illegal
[Leadership] The Federal Government has declared that any admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions conducted outside the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) will be considered illegal.
Education
Nigeria: JAMB, Stakeholders Set Varsity Cut-Off Mark At 150, 100 for Others
[Leadership] The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), alongside heads of tertiary institutions and other key stakeholders, has fixed the minimum admissible scores for the 2024/2025 academic session into Nigeria’s higher institutions at 150.

Lifestyle
Temu opens warehouse in SA – Here’s what it means for shoppers
Chinese e-commerce giant Temu has launched a new local warehouse in South Africa, promising great things for shoppers.

Lifestyle
THIS many residents could get free electricity and water … but don’t
Every municipality countrywide offers free electricity and water. And yet, recipients of these basic services are dropping. Here’s why …
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Entertainment
‘Learn to stand your ground and say no’: Mawhoo on thriving in Amapiano’s male-dominated scene
Mawhoo was recently named Spotify’s EQUAL Africa Ambassador for July 2025.

Science/Tech
9 Best Prime Day Fitness Tracker Deals and Smart Ring Sales (2025)
It’s summer and we’re ready to run around like crazy. These deals on fitness trackers and smart rings—like the Oura Ring—will help you do that.

Science/Tech
Webtonic cracks the talent code with AWS-powered TonicHub
Webtonic has used AWS to build TonicHub, a scalable, secure recruiting platform that modernises hiring.

Science/Tech
Prime Day Picks From People Who Obsessively Test Gear & Track Prices
We review products year-round and spend weeks evaluating Amazon Prime Day deals to pick the best bargains on quality gadgets.

Science/Tech
Accelerating public service intelligence: Huawei showcases digital solutions to transform public sector
Huawei reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with government and public institutions to deliver locally relevant digital solutions.

Motoring
More Porsche 911 all-wheel drive models on their way to Mzansi
Stuttgart claims that half of Porsche 911 S variant buyers want all-paw grip.

Motoring
More than 6 800 drivers in South Africa affected by major vehicle recalls: What you need to know
The National Consumer Commission has raised concerns over the growing number of vehicle recalls in South Africa.

Motoring
Very rare VW Citi Golf set to fetch big bucks at local auction
Iconic V8 muscle cars in the form of Ford Capril Perana V8 and Chev Firenza also under the hammer.

Motoring
Arctic Trucks’ muscle handed to Isuzu’s facelift anti-Raptor rival
As with the current model, the facelift D-Max AT35 isn’t aimed at the Ford Ranger Raptor, but rather the Toyota Hilux GR Sport III and the Nissan Navara Pro-4X Warrior.

Health
Can (and should) we cure blindness?
Recent years have seen incredible advances in eyesight restoration. But should we approach blindness as something that needs to be ‘cured’? Comedian Tom Skelton, who started losing his sight at 21, explores. Made in partnership with UKRI (UK Research and Innovation).

Health
Support group for mums from different ethnicities
The group hopes to help women with newborn care, maternal health, and mental wellbeing.

Health
What in the World
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Health
‘Parents should be told about their child’s mental health’
Jessica Glasser’s parents say families should be told if their child is struggling with their mental health.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.