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ITSHOKENG KEKANA |Corruption: It’s not only the powerful who are guilty
State capture was never only at the top. South Africa’s state capture era is often narrated as a story of elite manipulation, and it was, writes Itshokeng Kekana
TUESDAY, 09 JUNE 2026, 10:11

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State capture was never only at the top. South Africa’s state capture era is often narrated as a story of elite manipulation, and it was, writes Itshokeng Kekana

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Diogo Jota’s widow urges Scotland captain Andrew Robertson to carry his former Liverpool team-mate “in your heart” when he plays at the World Cup.

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The NWU Eagles defeated Mkhambathi FC 2-1 in the semi-final to secure promotion to the Motsepe Foundation Championship and book a place in the national final.

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Patronage politics and flashy spending eclipse real community engagement, writes Lesego Letswalo
South Africa
No arrests following triple murder shooting incident in Langa on the Cape Flats.
South Africa
Mpumalanga records a 4.5% decrease in overall crime during the Q4 of the 2025/2026 financial year.

South Africa
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife spokesperson Ayanda Dube confirmed the sighting is legitimate.

South Africa
A key state witness last week testified that Makgotloe is a flight risk and could intimidate witness

World
Karim Khan denies all allegations of sexual misconduct and his lawyers say he rejects the decision in the strongest terms.

World
For the first time since the start of a precarious ceasefire two months ago, Israel and Iran have traded missile strikes.

World
The former leader of crypto platform FTX, currently serving a 25-year sentence, on Monday officially applied to be pardoned.

World
The players and staff will have to fly in and out of the US for each of their games in the group stage.

Africa
The decision weakens Rigathi Gachagua’s bid for the presidency, although his lawyers have vowed to challenge the ruling.

Africa
The migrant fishermen who waited nine years to give evidence about the company that exploited them.

Africa
Activists allege there is a plan to build a car park on protected land belonging to a wildlife sanctuary.

Africa
Malawi is among several African nations transporting their citizens out of the country following reports of violence against migrants.

Business
He becomes Jersey’s youngest ever politician after campaigning heavily on the cost of living.

Business
SpaceX is preparing for a stock market debut that could transform the company, the wider market and Elon Musk’s fortune.

Business
Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.

Business
From 12 May, only learner drivers can book their own tests, not instructors.

Politics
The Ahmed Kathrada Foundation welcomes President’s 5 point plan on illegal immigration…

Politics
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry continues its public hearings into allegations of criminality.

Politics
The AG flagged unfunded budgets and unauthorised expenditure at COJ.

Politics
The Phala Phala impeachment committee will adopt its terms of reference later this month

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs legend Reneilwe Letsholonyane says expectations will be high for Relebohile Mofokeng at the FIFA World Cup.

Sport
Northern Ireland midfielder Patrick Kelly says he was thrilled to score his first international goal in the 3-1 defeat by France but is disappointed he did not score more.

Sport
There was welcome news for Bafana Bafana ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Mexico on Thursday, 11 June.

Sport
Transfer news.

Education
Backed by a mix of private and public finance, Huddersfield and Manchester are among many in the academic sector helping to create jobs and growth
Huddersfield might appear an unlikely setting for a thriving health research complex. The West Yorkshire town is best known for its manufacturing heritage, but has quickly become a honey pot for private sector businesses keen to collaborate with the...
Education
[Daba Finance] Foras.AI invested in Efham.ai, an Arabic-language AI education platform developed by Egypt-based NixAI, as demand grows for artificial intelligence skills across the Middle East and North Africa.
Education
[Daily Maverick] As criticism mounts over acting appointments across the higher education sector, MPs have questioned why permanent appointments have not been filled. A leaked letter obtained by Daily Maverick reveals that a preferred candidate for the National Skills Fund was identified almost a year ago, yet no appointment has been finalised.
Education
Artificial intelligence is mastering the kinds of projects that have long helped to build the careers of young mathematicians. What does that mean for their future?

Lifestyle
Northcliff model and content creator Shannon Benting will be representing South Africa at the Miss Supranational pageant in Polard in July.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
The beach can be every bit as intimidating as it can be enticing. And finding swimwear that matches the enticement…

Entertainment
According to reports from the Reaction Unit SA, two masked attackers in KZN allegedly held a family hostage and shot them when they reportedly attempted to flee.

Entertainment
The case collapsed on a foundational legal error.

Entertainment
The HUAWEI nova 15 Max is designed for people who want to do more, see more and stay connected for longer.

Science/Tech
Geopolitical conflict is no longer confined to land, sea, or air, but unfolds silently across digital infrastructure too. Today, it unfolds silently across networks, servers, and endpoints. Governments, critical infrastructure operators, and private enterprises are increasingly targeted by cyber operations that aim to disrupt services or extract sensitive data. For South African organisations,...

Science/Tech
South Africa’s banks have a structural advantage telecoms operators cannot cross. They may not have long to use it.

Science/Tech
The Jetson-powered ASUS PE1100N from Altron Arrow delivers up to 100 Tops of edge AI inference.
Science/Tech
A battery researcher’s investigation, backed by more than 20 independent experts, claims Donut Lab’s much-hyped “solid-state” battery is actually a conventional lithium-ion cell, with voltage curves and expansion data matching high-nickel NCM chemistry rather than the promised sodium-ion solid-state design. Electrek reports the company raised about $25 million from more than 1,300 mostly small...

Motoring
Raptor? Shark? Who cares. There is no way consumers will be able to ignore this new Navara from Nissan.
Motoring

Motoring
MotoGP star struggles for form in his desperate bid to secure a ride for 2027.
Motoring
Health
The parasitic, flesh-eating fly has now been confirmed in cows, goats and dogs.

Health
Kimberley Wilson gives tips on how to manage your emotions.

Health
A third of the weight loss from obesity jabs can come from muscle, say experts.

Health
Denmark’s team doctor said an ICD implanted into Eriksen’s chest responded as it should.