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Strong coastal winds pose a threat to parts of KwaZulu-Natal
Authorities have issued a Level 1 warning for damaging coastal winds in KwaZulu-Natal, warning of potential risks to informal structures and maritime operations.

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Cold conditions forecast for Gauteng
Authorities have warned Gauteng residents to prepare for cold and cool conditions, with temperatures in Johannesburg and Pretoria remaining below 20 degrees today.

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Catastrophic Texas floods leave over 160 missing, death toll rises to 109
Hundreds of rescuers search for people swept away by catastrophic Texas floods that killed at least 100.

South Africa
LIVE: Judicial Conduct Tribunal hearing into Judge President Mbenenge
The tribunal is probing allegations of sexual harassment against Judge President Selby Mbenenge.

South Africa
Matlala found with cellphone inside his cell, moved to C-Max section
Matlala has been moved to the C-Max section of the prison and is considered a high risk inmate.

South Africa
Mchunu denies ever meeting controversial businessman Matlala
This is contained in a statement released earlier by Mchunu.

South Africa
Trial of alleged instigator of July 2021 unrest continues
Bonginkosi Khanyile faces charges including incitement to commit public violence

World
Anger after sharp rise in death toll from Kenya’s anti-government protests
More than 100 people were injured and over 500 others arrested amid widespread destruction of property, reports say.

World
At least three dead in New Mexico flash flooding
A man and two children were swept downstream after heavy rain caused the Ruidoso river to rise to an historic level.

World
The doctor who sounded the alarm on Australia’s mushroom murderer
Chris Webster says he knew within moments of meeting Erin Patterson that she was a ‘heinous’ killer.

World
Seoul returns six North Koreans with ‘strong desire’ to go back
All six people had drifted into South Korea by accident earlier this year and had wanted to go back.

Africa
Why ‘pan-Africanist’ influencers pushed rumours of a coup
Unpicking the disinformation behind a social media trend spreading tension ahead of Ivory Coast’s election.

Africa
Ramaphosa opposes Trump’s 30% tariff on South Africa
US President Donald Trump announces a 30% tariff on South African imports starting from 1 August.

Africa
Traore strike sees Mali edge past Tanzania at Wafcon
A goal in first-half injury time from Saratou Traore is enough to see Mali edge a tight Group C encounter against Tanzania at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

Africa
South Africa begin Wafcon defence with win over Ghana
South Africa begin the defence of their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title with a 2-0 win over Ghana in Morocco.

Business
Major international companies put South Africa on a deadline
Global initiative RE100 says South Africa needs to urgently ramp up it energy reforms, with its members looking to go 100% renewable by 2050.

Business
Prominent South African-owned mine shutting down in Canada
Low palladium prices are forcing Impala Platinum Holdings Ltd. to shut down its mine in Canada.

Business
Turning research into local economic impact – TIA’s Technology Station Programme
South Africa’s economic landscape is shaped by persistent challenges – unemployment, poverty, and inequality – that disproportionately affect graduates who are desperately seeking meaningful employment and a foothold on the ladder to economic prosperity.

Business
South Africans significantly poorer than the average person in the world
South Africa’s economic growth since 2010 has left its population significantly poorer than the global average.

Politics
ANC to hold memorial for Mabuza in Mpumalanga on Thursday
ANC SG Mbalula says Mabuza’s death is a loss for both the party and the country.

Politics
Phadi’s removal from MKP bodes well for the party: Mkhwebane
The Mbombela High Court dismissed Phadi’s appeal on Tuesday.

Politics
Didiza considering course of action amid Mkhwanazi allegations
Mkhwanazi alleges that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu interfered in crime fighting operations.

Politics
MK Party wins membership court case against Mary Phadi
Mary Phadi is no longer the leader of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party in Mpumalanga.

Sport
Orlando Pirates star duo worth R20 million and R10 million to leave
Orlando Pirates FC look set to offload two talented wingers for the upcoming 2025/26 Premier Soccer League campaign.

Sport
Bulls announce influx of new players, including THREE Springboks
The Bulls unveiled a wave of new signings, including Springboks, as they rebuild following Jake White’s recent departure.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs reportedly eye Zajmović after TS Galaxy exit
Chiefs are closely monitoring Zajmović after his TS Galaxy exit, shaping up as a strong candidate to solve the club’s ongoing striker dilemma.

Sport
President Trump to attend Club World Cup final
US president Donald Trump confirms he will attend Sunday’s Fifa Club World Cup final in New Jersey.
Education
Hundreds of Chinese Children Poisoned With Lead From Kindergarten Food
The kindergarten’s cooks used inedible pigments to decorate buns and cakes, the authorities said. Eight school officials and employees were detained.
Education
Nigeria: Federal Govt Declares Admission Into Tertiary Institutions Outside Caps Illegal
[Leadership] The Federal Government has declared that any admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions conducted outside the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) will be considered illegal.
Education
Nigeria: JAMB, Stakeholders Set Varsity Cut-Off Mark At 150, 100 for Others
[Leadership] The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), alongside heads of tertiary institutions and other key stakeholders, has fixed the minimum admissible scores for the 2024/2025 academic session into Nigeria’s higher institutions at 150.
Education
Nigeria: ASUU Threatens Nationwide Strike Over Delayed Salaries
[Premium Times] The president said the union is prepared to escalate its action if the federal government fails to pay lecturers’ July salaries by the end of the month

Lifestyle
THIS many residents could get free electricity and water … but don’t
Every municipality countrywide offers free electricity and water. And yet, recipients of these basic services are dropping. Here’s why …
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
21-year-old creates safe space for people living with HIV
Activist uses social media to break stigma of HIV-positive teens.

Entertainment
‘We’re all puppets’: Q&A with Chester Missing
The Citizen asked Chester Missing to make sense of some of the world’s most pressing questions.
Entertainment

Entertainment
Fur, football and forfeits: MaMkhize lives it up as netizens link her to the Mkhwanazi saga
From fur coats courtside at an NBA game to glamorous game reserve getaways, flamboyant businesswoman Shauwn ‘MaMkhize’ Mkhize remains silent amid the Mkhwanazi saga.

Entertainment
New faces, new love: Who is your favourite ‘Married at First Sight’ couple?
The reality show features eight brave singles ready to marry a stranger at the altar.

Science/Tech
The South African tech company that has never decreased its dividend
Fintech player Capital Appreciation’s recent financial results show increasing success in its payments division and an unbroken dividend record.

Science/Tech
Temu Now Delivers In 1 Day In SA With Local Warehouse
Shoppers in South Africa can now receive their Temu orders in as little as one day, thanks to the e-commerce giant’s new local warehouse dispatch option. This move is part of Temu’s global strategy to reduce delivery times and expand its product range, bringing faster and more reliable service to customers. Faster Delivery, Wider Selection Eligible products marked “Local...

Science/Tech
Huawei Showcases Digital Solutions To Transform The Public Sector
As South Africa looks to modernise its public services and close digital gaps in health, education, governance, and safety, Huawei used the platform of the 2025 Public Service Forum – held during Huawei South Africa Connect in Johannesburg – to highlight how intelligent technologies are reshaping service delivery and improving lives. Held under the theme […]
Science/Tech
Chinese Satellites Complete First High-Altitude Rendezvous For Possible Groundbreaking Refueling
Two Chinese satellites, SJ-25 and SJ-21, have reportedly completed the first autonomous high-altitude orbital docking. “Although unconfirmed, this is thought to be the first orbital refueling at such a height — the two satellites are currently over 20,000 miles from Earth,” reports ExtremeTech. From the report: Orbital refueling is an important component in keeping satellites and space stations...

Motoring
Very rare VW Citi Golf set to fetch big bucks at local auction
Iconic V8 muscle cars in the form of Ford Capril Perana V8 and Chev Firenza also under the hammer.

Motoring
Arctic Trucks’ muscle handed to Isuzu’s facelift anti-Raptor rival
As with the current model, the facelift D-Max AT35 isn’t aimed at the Ford Ranger Raptor, but rather the Toyota Hilux GR Sport III and the Nissan Navara Pro-4X Warrior.

Motoring
Hint for South Africa? Sporty Mahindra XUV 3X0 debuts in India
Official images showing a Cape Town numberplate has ignited speculation of the REVX possibly coming to South Africa at some stage.
Motoring

Health
Can (and should) we cure blindness?
Recent years have seen incredible advances in eyesight restoration. But should we approach blindness as something that needs to be ‘cured’? Comedian Tom Skelton, who started losing his sight at 21, explores. Made in partnership with UKRI (UK Research and Innovation).

Health
Support group for mums from different ethnicities
The group hopes to help women with newborn care, maternal health, and mental wellbeing.

Health
What in the World
We also discuss the risks of AI therapy

Health
‘Parents should be told about their child’s mental health’
Jessica Glasser’s parents say families should be told if their child is struggling with their mental health.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.