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News24 | No BEE rules for international airlines, court affirms
The entity that adjudicates licence applications for international airlines flying into and out of South Africa may not apply BEE criteria during this process, the Pretoria High Court has affirmed.

South Africa’s transformation drive under scrutiny as JSE black ownership remains low
There were replacement transactions at Old Mutual and Absa, with FirstRand, Sanlam and Capitec retaining black ownership. But Standard Bank and Nedbank have less than 1% black ownership – not having concluded BEE transactions for a decade

Protected: BMW CEO says technical skills are key to South Africa’s future workforce
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News24 | Feroz Khan had no security clearance; Protesters defy Ramaphosa: Today’s top 7 stories
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.

Why storms that used to happen every 50 years are hitting more often
Climate scientists agree that intense downpours and heavy storms will probably happen more often and become more unpredictable. But can every extreme weather event be pinned on climate change? We look at what past data and future predictions say

Uber opens sign-ups for London ‘robotaxis’ launch
Uber is starting sign-ups for London robotaxi rides with Wayve’s AI vehicles

How I was coached to ‘steal’ from Sassa pensioners
‘I was in my early 20s and unemployed, and I saw an advert on social media from someone who was recruiting agents to target old age grant and disability grant beneficiaries’

Mbenenge fights JSC bid to recommend that Parliament impeach him
The Eastern Cape judge president says the Judicial Service Commission ruling that he committed gross misconduct is irrational and procedurally flawed

News24 | Major-General Feroz Khan ordered to appear before Madlanga Commission
Crime Intelligence deputy head Major-General Feroz Khan is set to appear before the Madlanga Commission on 1 July, where he will testify for several days.

LISTEN | ‘2010 World Cup goal didn’t solely build my brand,’ says Shabba
Bafana legend says the goal will outlive him
Bhekisisa: Why storms that used to happen every 50 years are hitting more often
Climate scientists agree that intense downpours and heavy storms are likely to happen more often and become more unpredictable in the future. But can every extreme weather event be pinned on climate change? We look at what past data and future predictions say.

News24 | Iran halts Israel operation after first post-truce clash
Iran on Monday said it was ending its latest military operation against Israel after the first exchanges of fire between the foes since a shaky ceasefire began, but warned it could inflict a more “crushing” response.
GAME ON: As the dust settles on off-field controversies, let the World Cup soccer begin
A number of themes that have nothing to do with play have dominated the 2026 build-up.
THE CONVERSATION: Should I take vitamin D now there’s less sun?
It can be easy to think you get plenty of vitamin D when you live in a country bathed in sunshine, but the reality is more complicated.

King MisuZulu’s right-hand man embarks on a new economic trajectory for hostels and townships
‘I was assigned a mammoth task by his Majesty the King. All hands are on deck and we are determined to transform the economy of the townships and hostels. We must transform these areas into attractive places for investments and ensure that local people benefit economically.’