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WATCH LIVE | Suspended top cop Fannie Masemola and co-accused appear in court
Suspended national police commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola and 13 senior police officers are back in the dock at the Pretoria magistrate’s court on Friday.
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WATCH LIVE | Cross-examination of businessman Tumelo Nku continues at Madlanga commission
Tumelo Nku’s cross-examination at the Madlanga commission continues on Friday
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Mbappe v Haaland: Who is more important for their country?
Two of the greatest forwards in world football will go head-to-head at Boston Stadium on Friday, as France and Kylian Mbappe take on Norway and Erling Haaland.
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Beccacece hails Ecuador’s biggest World Cup victory with Germany shock, Ivory Coast advance
Dutch ease past Tunisia to top Group F, Japan draw with Sweden, Turkey beat second-string US
South Africa
LIVE | Fannie Masemola and co-accused back in court
Masemola appears in court in connection with the R228 mln Medicare24 Tshwane District SAPS tender
South Africa
Fraud accused Peet Viljoen expected in court for bail application
The state believes that Viljoen helped facilitate the fraudulent sale of at least 46 properties.
South Africa
Two appear in court after rifles and assault weapons were seized
The arrests followed a police operation after unrest at the Siqalo Informal Settlement on Thursday.
South Africa
NC police warn against recirculated 2020 Upington protest video
Police say those circulating the videos are deliberately trying to influence public sentiment.
World
Rescues and prayers a day after Venezuelan earthquakes
The BBC’s Vanessa Silva reports from Caracas as the city faces the aftermath of back-to-back tremors.
World
Why the trail went cold in Nancy Guthrie case
The lack of a breakthrough in the abduction of a famous TV anchor’s mother is puzzling given the huge publicity.
World
A Chinese box office hit sparks a debate about identity in Singapore
A nostalgic tale about family, hope and hardship has opened an unexpected conversation.
World
UN pauses Strait of Hormuz evacuation plan after cargo ship attacked
The ship was reportedly struck by an “unknown projectile” near Oman but no casualties were reported.
Africa
Kenyans mark two years since Gen Z protests
Two years on, families of those killed during Kenya’s 2024 anti-government protests returned to Parliament to remember their loved ones and demand justice.
Africa
Celebrations as South Africa reach World Cup knockout stages for the first time
South Africa reaches World Cup knockout round for first time with 1-0 win over South Korea.
Africa
Police seal off key roads in Nairobi as Kenya braces for Gen Z protests
Protesters demand justice for more than 80 people killed during the 2024 demonstrations and last year’s anniversary protests.
Africa
Who is the African World Cup goalscorer older than Ronaldo and Messi?
While Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi appear to be in a personal battle to rewrite the World Cup record books, there is one landmark that appears beyond them.
Business
Asia stock markets slide as tech shares slump
Trading on South Korea’s Kospi index was halted for the third time this week to prevent panic selling.
Business
Business
Business
Charity celebrates 50 years of ‘transformative’ holidays
Sheffield Family Holiday Fund provide much-needed holidays for families facing adversity.
Politics
LIVE | Madlanga Commission of Inquiry Day 127 | 26 June 2026
The public hearings into allegations of criminality, political interference and corruption continue.
Politics
Nku returns to Madlanga Commission
Tumelo Nku is to continue testifying on his alleged involvement in the Aeroton drug seizure
Politics
Mbalula accuses Zuma, MK Party of exploiting immigration issue
ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula says MK Party is taking advantage of the immigration issue.
Politics
ANC backs Ramaphosa’s bid to interdict impeachment committee
The ANC says it’s concerned with Parliament following proper processes than merits of the case.
Sport
Why Vrancken marks fresh start at data-driven Hearts
As Belgian head coach Wouter Vranckin takes charge at Hearts, it marks a strengthening of the club’s data-driven vision, writes Thomas Duncan.
Sport
Hearts’ Braga plays down transfer talk – gossip
Hearts striker says sole focus is on Champions League qualifying despite links to France as Celtic are set to end long negotiations with coaching staff…
Sport
Yoon leads as Korda bid for major hat-trick falters
Ina Yoon leads the Women’s PGA Championship by two shots after the first round as Nellie Korda’s hopes of a third straight major falter.
Sport
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 19
Will you get today’s World Cup player in as few attempts as possible?
Education
The High School Pipeline to South Korea’s Chip-Making Fortunes
Huge memory-chip profits from the global A.I. boom have increased interest in semiconductor factory work. But behind the hype are uncertain job prospects.
Education
These Unpaid Interns Want $32 an Hour. And Health Insurance.
A group of government interns is campaigning for a paid wage, reigniting a debate over ethics and opportunity in one of the world’s most expensive cities.
Education
Kenya: Universities Fund Releases Sh4.2bn to Support Over 400,000 Continuing Students
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The Universities Fund has released Sh4.2 billion in scholarships to public universities to support more than 400,000 continuing undergraduate students under the Student-Centred Funding Model (SCFM).
Education
Botswana: New Era for Public Schools Infrastructure
[Botswana Daily News] Gaborone — For decades, the rhythm of morning assembly across schools countrywide has played out against a backdrop of quiet decay.A generation of learners have walked through school gates to face the same stubborn realities of blistering paint peeling off classroom walls like old sunburns, teacher housing wearing the scars of prolonged neglect and school grounds...
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Electricity price PAIN coming for South Africans on 1 July
From Wednesday 1 July, South Africans will feel the full extent of electricity price increases through municipal tariffs and fixed costs …
Lifestyle
“Sex was the Drug” – Jenifer Lewis opens up about her past struggles
Jenifer Lewis shared her journey with sex addiction, bipolar disorder and childhood trauma during a candid podcast interview.
Lifestyle
US issues bench warrant for ARREST of Mel and Peet Viljoen
US authorities have issued a bench warrant against Mel and Peet Viljoen after their courtroom no-show on shoplifting charges…
Entertainment
Scoring a century is nice, but it’s the World Cup we want, says Tazmin Brits
The SA opener says there are a few nerves around going into this weekend’s fixture against Bangladesh.
Entertainment
ANC defends Didiza’s decision in Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala court battle
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula insisted Didiza stands ‘above this contest’.
Entertainment
Mbappe v Haaland as France face Norway in World Cup group decider
On Friday the two forwards will meet in a heavyweight collision at Foxborough.
Entertainment
Clock is ticking as Godongwana gives CoJ new notice over funding cuts
Letter dated 19 June gives Mayor Dada Morero seven days to explain why National Treasury shouldn’t stop the transfer of funds to the metro …
Science/Tech
The 28 Best Prime Day Deals Under $100 in 2026
Times are hard in 2026. These Amazon Prime Day deals under $100 on earbuds, Kindles, and other tested products should help make life just a little bit easier.
Science/Tech
Standard Bank deal cuts the dollar out of China trade
Standard Bank has become the first African-based lender authorised to clear renminbi transactions on the continent.
Science/Tech
Global fintech Capital.com enters SA market
The fintech is authorised as an over-the-counter derivatives provider and category one financial services provider.
Science/Tech
19 Best Prime Day Apple Deals Up to 30% Off: iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and More
Apple deals abound for Amazon Prime Day. We’ve rounded up the best deals on Apple Watches, iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and accessories.
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Health
Is laughter really the best medicine?
Researchers launch a “Laughter Lab” to explore how laughing can improve wellbeing and health.
Health
Congo Ebola Crisis: Contact Tracing Is Dangerously Behind, Officials Warn
Most of the people testing positive for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo are not on health workers’ radar, suggesting that contact tracing is lagging dangerously behind.
Health
Medical Journal Retracts Study Claiming Cancer Therapy Is More Effective When Given in the Morning
In a notice flagging a series of problems with a clinical trial, the journal Nature Medicine said its editors “no longer have confidence in the integrity of the results.”
Health
Inside the C.D.C.’s Mad Scramble to Meet Kennedy’s Demands
A cache of internal emails offers a look at the pressure the nation’s public health officials faced from the new health secretary in the early months of the Trump administration.