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Ghana meets debt target and gets final R6.2bn loan from IMF
The last disbursement marks end of a $3bn rescue programme

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Rodri out for ‘short period’ after back surgery
Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be sidelined for a “short period of rehabilitation” following back surgery on Monday.

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Treasury ‘conditionally’ releases municipal grants to avoid effect on service delivery
Finance minister Enoch Godongwana announced that the National Treasury will release more than R7bn in temporarily withheld equitable funds to municipalities, despite compliance issues.

South Africa
Orange Level 6 weather warning issued for parts of KZN
The warning applies for coastal areas between Port Shepstone in the south to St Lucia in the north.

South Africa
Dialysis services continue at Charlotte Maxeke
Dialysis services at Charlotte Maxeke continue despite shortages of critical medical supplies

South Africa
Death toll rises to 6 in Eastern Cape crash
The N2 near Mooiplaas outside KuGompo has been reopened to traffic.

South Africa
LIVE | Ministers Hlabisa, Godongwana brief the media
Ministers Hlabisa, Godongwana hold a joint media briefing.

World
Magnitude 7.1 quake in Japan leaves several injured
The quake struck Kumamoto prefecture in the south-west and briefly triggered a tsunami alert.

World
Odyssey translator writes scathing review of Nolan film adaptation
The film has won rave reviews from film critics but a translator of Homer’s work was less than impressed.

World
Zoo staff rescue near-extinct snails from remote rock
Just 21 Madeiran land snails were found clinging to a rock on Portugal’s Bugio Island, say conservationists.

World
Why Netanyahu’s visit with Trump at the White House is high-stakes
The meeting comes amid signs of friction between the two leaders and decreasing public support for Israel in the US.

Africa
‘Every country wants to beat Nigeria’ – Super Falcons hunt 11th Wafcon title
Nigeria face Malawi, Zambia and Egypt at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, looking to defend their crown and claim an 11th title.

Africa
South Africa investigates death of Nigerian who collapsed during arrest
Initial reports from a post-mortem said he had “abrasions on his back and chest”, investigators say.

Africa
US deports Kenyan former NFL player Daniel Adongo
The authorities say the ex-sportsman had overstayed his visa and had been arrested multiple times.

Africa
African para-athletes praise Commonwealth Games inclusivity
Leading African para-athletes say the inclusive nature of the Games’ integrated schedule is helping to changes attitudes towards disability on the continent.
Business
Business
Business
Business

Politics
Court postpones DA’s urgent Tshwane application
The Tshwane Council voted to place City Manager Johann Mettler on precautionary suspension.

Politics
It’s political parties’ duty to attract the youth to vote: IEC
IEC CEO Sy Mamabolo says the IEC provides administrative role to attract the youth.

Politics
Madlanga Commission hears PKTT affidavit evidence from Johnson
Sello questioned why PKTT and “forklift patches” were omitted from the Commission’s affidavit.

Politics
MK Party questions Ramaphosa’s ‘swift’ acceptance of IDAC resignation
MKP says Johnson’s resignation should not halt accountability or investigations into her office role

Sport
England keeper Hampton extends deal at Chelsea
England international Hannah Hampton signs a new two-year deal with Chelsea.

Sport
Shootouts & regional split for new-look League Cup
The Players Cup, formerly the League Cup, will have a 23-team league phase that includes penalty shootouts to settle draws after 90 minutes.

Sport
‘It’s cut-throat’ – what is it like to be a second XI cricketer?
Sheridon Gumbs, who has just signed a deal with Leicestershire after 18 months on trial, reveals what life can be like as a second XI cricketer.

Sport
Is McInnes era giving Rangers fans fewer fears of failure?
An experienced figurehead in the dugout, Lawrence Shankland spearheading the attack and further financial backing – are excuses running dry as Rangers target domestic success?
Education
Namibia: President Urges Traditional Authorities to Collaborate With Universities to Preserve Culture
[Namibian] President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says traditional authorities must collaborate with universities and museums to ensure diverse cultural heritages are well documented.
Education
Ghana: Erasmus Mundus Scholarship Beneficiaries Urged to Return Home After Studies
[Ghanaian Times] The European Union (EU) has urged Ghanaian students selected for the 2026 Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree Programme to embrace new cultures, build lasting international networks and return home with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to Ghana’s development.
Education
‘We Are Not Learning Anything’: India’s Gen Z Rage Is a Test for Modi
As India’s huge youth population surges, the government faces pressure to fix an education system that leaves many ill-prepared for university, let alone for the workplace.
Education
To Recruit Teachers, School Districts Are Building Homes
The nation’s housing shortage has made it challenging for some essential workers like educators to live where they work. An increasing number of school districts are trying to change that.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
‘Your legacy lives on’: Nonhle Thema celebrates her late mother’s birthday
Shange was a prominent figure in South Africa’s entertainment industry, with a career spanning more than 50 years.

Entertainment
Sassa warns grant review beneficiaries to complete process or risk suspension
Beneficiaries whose grants have been identified for review will not receive their payments during the normal three-day payment cycle.

Entertainment
‘Trump was right’ – Gareth Cliff comments on Joburg CBD rot in video
A radio personality’s blunt comments about Johannesburg have sparked debate over the city’s decline and what it means for South Africa.

Entertainment
Tyla and Kai Cenat go to Disneyland as singer announces South African tour dates
Kai Cenat takes Tyla on her first Disney ride

Science/Tech
Best Apple Watch (2026): Series 11, SE 3, and Ultra 3
Should you splurge on the new Series 11, or will the SE 3 do? Let us help you figure out which version to get (and which to avoid).

Science/Tech
Best Gifts for Hikers, Backpackers, Outdoorsy People (2026)
Let them pick out their own hiking boots. Instead, try gifting a useful blade or a nature journal to delight your outdoorsy friend.

Science/Tech
EX DeFi Cloud Mining Platform Review 2026: 30 Days of Real-World Experience and Comprehensive Analysis
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.5/5) Our Expert Rating In this review, we’ll share our complete experience using the EX DeFi platform for 30 consecutive days, including its operational logic, core functions, key advantages, real-world performance, and whether it’s suitable for various types of investors looking to participate in cloud mining. In recent years, with the development of global […]
Science/Tech
Arizona State Launches Influencer Degree Where Students Must Gain Real Followers
Arizona State University has launched a 120-credit bachelor’s degree in content creation that teaches video, podcasting, branding, analytics, media law, and social strategy. For their capstone, students are “expected to build a real social media account and demonstrate audience growth during the program,” reports Dexerto. From the report: The Content Creation BA is housed within ASU’s Walter...
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Renault makes it official: Triber Turbo coming to South Africa
Set to debut around September or October in India, the Triber Turbo will make its overdue debut on South Africa soil before the end of 2026.
Health
There’s a Way to Prevent Ovarian Cancer. Few Know About It.
The vast majority of cases begin in the fallopian tubes — and removing them can reduce the risk by nearly 80 percent.

Health
‘Things need to change’: The campaign for women’s minister
Eimear, Pearse, Aoísha and Devyn from Ballycastle want to see a change in how women are protected in NI.

Health
Meet the teenagers calling for action on violence against women and girls
Disappointed and disheartened by news stories about women being attacked and killed, four teenagers decided watching the news wasn’t enough.
Health
Fauci, in Private Diary, Reflected on Covid’s Origins and His Own Fame
Private entries, released by a Republican senator, have reignited a furious debate over whether Covid-19 leaked from a lab.