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NATO declares China a security challenge for the first time
NATO lists China as one of its strategic priorities for next decade, saying Beijing’s policies challenge its security.
Top Stories
Bitcoin set for worst quarterly drop in a decade
For all the gloom, some analysts say that the bottom may be near.

South Africa
‘It has a ripple effect’: Load shedding bringing Cape Town’s township businesses to their knees
The lost revenue has seen businesses forced to close branches and retrench staff, as they struggle to keep revenue coming in amid stage 6 load shedding, local business forums say.

South Africa
FEEL GOOD | One was a cleaner, the other an administrator – now they run car dealerships
Ford dealership executives share their stories (and passion) regarding their success in the highly competitive South African automotive retail sector.
South Africa
443 new COVID-19 cases reported
South Africa has recorded 443 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases to 3 993 444.

South Africa
All Enyobeni Tavern tragedy victims have been identified
The Eastern Cape Health Department has confirmed that the last body of the 21 victims of the Enyobeni Tavern tragedy has been identified. Health spokesperson Yonela Dekeda says this means all bodies have been identified and released to families.
World
Chinese leader Xi arrives in Hong Kong for 25th anniversary of handover
The Chinese leader is expected to speak about Hong Kong’s future at a ceremony Friday marking the return of the former British colony to Chinese rule on July 1, 1997.

World
Xi Jinping leaves mainland China for the first time since the beginning of pandemic
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has left mainland China for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, arriving in Hong Kong Thursday ahead of the 25th anniversary of the city’s handover from British to Chinese rule.

World
Hello Kitty firm strikes China deal after viral hit
Shares of Japanese company Sanrio rose by more than 10% in Tokyo after the agreement was announced.
World
Dictator’s son Ferdinand Marcos Jr. takes oath as Philippine president
The namesake son of an ousted dictator is sworn in as Philippine president in one of the greatest political comebacks in recent history in the country.

Africa
SA’s Zimbabwe exemption permit scheme is a money racket and a ‘fraud’
SA’s ‘white population’ will be the next target, says an advocate representing those at risk of becoming undocumented.

Africa
Fortune Charumbira elected as Pan-African Parliament president
The African legislative arm of the African Union held an Ordinary Session of the Fifth Parliament in Midrand this week.

Africa
South Africa, Kenya and Morocco invest in electric car charging stations
As demand for electric cars rises on the continent, public and private sector investors are lining up a series of charging stations on major highways, entertainment and recreation spots including those outside capital cities

Africa
Senegal bars new demo ahead of tense poll
Legislative elections in Senegal are due to take place on 31 July.

Business
Unions reject Eskom wage deal and plan more protests: report
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) and the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) have rejected Eskom’s latest proposal of a 7% wage increase, and now plan to embark on further protest action against the power utility.

Business
European gas set for monthly spike as Russian cuts haunt market
Benchmark futures rose as much as 4% on Thursday, taking the month’s increase to more than 50%.

Business
Sibanye-Stillwater to raise stake in Finland’s Keliber
Keliber aims to be the first fully-integrated lithium producer in Europe.

Business
[TOP STORY] Nike FY results ‘not a bad set overall’
‘I think maybe not only for this year, but maybe over the long term this is one that remains well positioned’: Victor Mupunga – Old Mutual senior research analyst.
Politics
ANC’s appeal dismissed, ordered to pay its debt for 2019 election posters
The South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg has dismissed the ANC’s appeal to overturn the previous court order to pay its debt to Ezulweni Investments for services rendered in connection to its 2019 election campaign.

Politics
UDM calls for ‘urgent debate of national importance’ into the impact of rolling blackouts
The United Democratic Movement wants an urgent debate of national importance on rolling blackouts and its impact on South Africa.

Politics
NPA to prosecute Gauteng legislature deputy speaker Vuyo Mhlakaza-Manamela for assault
The National Prosecuting Authority has confirmed that a decision has been taken to prosecute Gauteng Provincial Legislature Deputy Speaker, Vuyo Mhlakaza-Manamela.

Politics
DA lays charges of ‘systemic racketeering’ against the ANC
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is laying charges for what the party says is systemic racketeering, against the African National Congress (ANC).
Sport
Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton return to the scene of THAT crash!
One year on from a painful crash, Max Verstappen returns to Silverstone as clear favourite to register his first British Grand Prix win.

Sport
2 debutants for Wallabies against England, Cooper backed at No 10
Veteran lock Cadeyrn Neville and hooker David Porecki were handed Australia debuts Thursday in a powerful pack to face England in the first Test, while playmaker Quade Cooper got the nod over James O’Connor.
Sport
Junior Springboks keep on winning, too strong for Ireland
The Junior Springboks took control of their pool at the U20 Six Nations Summer Series when they beat Ireland in hot and humid conditions.
Sport
TEST WEEK: Kwagga willing to wing it for Boks if need be!
Loose forward Kwagga Smith has openly admitted he would be willing to fill in on the wing for the Boks if that need arose.
Education
Nigeria: JAMB Registrar Condemns ASUU Strike, Donates Medical Equipment’s to UITH, 11 Others
[Vanguard] Registrar, Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Ishaq Oloyede, has condemned the ongoing industrial strike action by members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU),describing it as unnecessary.
Education
South Africa: Media Literacy Education Can Help Combat Fake News – Here’s What’s Needed
[The Conversation Africa] Online platforms are replete with examples of false information – from WhatsApp messages punting some miraculous cure for COVID, to social media posts claiming a politician said something they didn’t.
Education
Uganda: “You Can Be Replaced Instantly,” Janet Tells Striking Teachers
[Nile Post] The minister of Education and Sports Janet Museveni has said that the striking arts teachers have betrayed God and the government of Uganda by putting down tools at a time when the country needs them most.
Education
Tanzania: Patandi Teachers for Residential Training in Norway
[Daily News] SPECIAL needs education teachers at Patandi College in Arusha are set to travel to Norway for a residential training at Molde University College.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Fresh broccoli and pepper salad: Light and crunchy weekday lunch
When you want something light and healthy, a fresh broccoli and pepper salad will do the trick just nicely. Pack your lunch in 5 minutes every day.

Lifestyle
‘ER’ and ‘Law & Order’ actress Mary Mara’s cause of death revealed
An autopsy report has confirmed Mary Mara’s cause of death after she died while swimming in New York’s St. Lawrence River over the weekend.

Lifestyle
‘Anything for my love’: Ntando Duma goes all out for daughter’s birthday
Sbahle Mzizi just turned five and her mommy Ntando Duma decided to go all out with a Candy Wonderland-themed birthday party. Take a look…
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Film canned after director, actor clash over beliefs
A clash over religious and cultural beliefs has led to a film being canned by producers, leaving about 60 people unemployed.

Entertainment
‘Paper Girls’ trailer teases time-traveling teens tale
Amazon’s “Paper Girls” is teeing up what looks to be a timey-wimey good time, with shades of beloved favorites like “Stranger Things” and “Doctor Who.”
Science/Tech
Balancing risk vs reward in no-code, low-code
Despite the many benefits no-code, low-code and open source tools offer, there are downsides to these tools if they are not managed well.

Science/Tech
Datatec to sell Analysys Mason for as much as R4.1-billion
JSE-listed Datatec has agreed to sell its Analysys Mason business for as much as £210-million, with the proceeds to flow directly to its shareholders.
Science/Tech
MIT Proposes Brazil-Sized Fleet of ‘Space Bubbles’ To Cool the Earth
A group of MIT researchers is exploring a radical idea for reversing global warming: using a raft of “space bubbles” to reflect sunlight away from our planet. Freethink reports: The copious amounts of greenhouse gasses humans have been releasing into the air ever since the Industrial Revolution are forming a sort of blanket around our planet, trapping heat in the atmosphere and causing global...

Science/Tech
FNB launches huge fuel rewards boost as South Africa faces petrol price hike
First National Bank is giving customers bonus eBucks fuel rewards from next month.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Suzuki S-Presso hit with three-star Global NCAP rating
Tiny hatchback’s structure and lack of ISOFIX mounting points took the brunt of the criticism.

Motoring
Switch of roles as Citroën debuts C4 X crossover sedan
Similar to the new Subaru WRX, and the fastback-styled C4, Citroën has fitted the C4 X with cladding on the bumper and around the wheel arches.

Health
Breast cancer: ‘I knew my body wasn’t right’
A mother of three who is living with breast cancer says her outlook is worse due to a late diagnosis.

Health
Invisible disabilities: How an autism diagnosis changed my life
Barrington Campbell received an autism diagnosis at 30 – now he’s helping others by providing a space for gaming.

Health
Quarter of GP posts vacant within a decade in England, study warns
Researchers say findings are sobering, with shortages in England predicted to top 10,000 by 2030-31.

Health
Behind the Scenes, McKinsey Guided Companies at the Center of the Opioid Crisis
The consulting firm offered clients “in-depth experience in narcotics,” from poppy fields to pills more powerful than Purdue’s OxyContin.

Nature
Why asteroids are the next big prize in the space race
As resources are depleted on Earth, many scientists suggest the asteroid belt could be mined instead.

Nature
‘World’s biggest’ freshwater fish found in Mekong, Cambodia
The biggest freshwater fish ever documented, weighing in at 300kg (661lb), is found in the Mekong river in Cambodia.

Nature
Food waste: Fruit and vegetables saved from farms
Across the UK, volunteer harvesters are helping to fight food waste by sending produce to food banks.

Nature
Australia climate crisis: Women call for action with photo petition
Women from across Australia will present a visual petition to MPs, calling for urgent action.