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New Mercedes CLA 200 debuts in SA with fresh tech and hybrid assistance
The new Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 debuts in South Africa, starting at R937,000

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Stones goes from brink of retirement to World Cup ‘pure joy’
John Stones’ selection for England’s World Cup squad may have raised a few eyebrows but the player says he had to “dig deep” to secure his place in the 26-man travelling party.

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France star Mbappe vows to increase defensive work
French captain Kylian Mbappe vows to increase his defensive efforts at the World Cup in the face of criticism.

South Africa
Meyiwa trial postponed to Friday for witness to seek legal advice
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial has been postponed until Friday in the High Court in Pretoria.
South Africa
SAWS warns of windy, unsettled weather across parts of South Africa
SAWS warns of windy, unsettled weather across parts of South Africa
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has forecast that a cut-off low, associated with a surface high-pressure system, will bring windy, cooler and unsettled weather to parts of South Africa from Tuesday afternoon until Saturday.
“As the system moves eastwards, it is expected to spread these conditions to the...
South Africa
President Ramaphosa to address Youth Day commemoration
President Ramaphosa to address Youth Day commemoration
President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead the National Youth Day Commemoration which will be held at the FNB Premium Parking precinct in Gauteng on Tuesday, 16 June, 2026.“This year’s National Youth Day marks the 50th Anniversary of the 1976 Youth Uprising, one of the defining moments in South Africa’s liberation struggle and...

South Africa
Death toll in N2 bus and bakkie crash in EC rises to five
The bus was travelling from the Eastern Cape to Cape Town.
World
South Korea’s Starbucks to shut for staff history lesson after backlash
The chain was criticised for a “Tank Day” marketing ploy on the anniversary of a military massacre.

World
Woman who died after rope-jumping instructors failed to attach cord buried in Brazil
Three men have been arrested after instructors failed to attach a rope to her before helping her jump from a bridge.

World
South African TV star arrested after allegedly kidnapping man in girlfriend dispute
Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye is accused of trapping a taxi driver in a car and firing a gun in the man’s direction.

World
Man apologises for making racist gesture at Korean in World Cup match
He was caught pulling the corners of his eyes at a South Korean influencer during the match in Mexico.

Africa
Ghana government wants review of Partey Canada ban
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey is banned from entering Canada for their opening game of the World Cup.

Africa
Mother finds body of missing son two days after Kenya’s Ebola quarantine centre protests
Sylvester Muigai Ndung’u was in Nanyuki to fetch a school uniform on Tuesday, his mother says.

Africa
‘Surrender or face full force’ of state, Nigerian president warns armed groups
Bola Tinubu was addressing the nation on Democracy Day, marking the return to civilian rule in 1999.

Africa
‘Nightmare from start to finish’ for South Africa in opener
Former captain Dean Furman says South Africa were “miles off it” in their World Cup opener against Mexico, as many on the continent ‘hate-watch’ Bafana Bafana.

Business
Fox to buy Roku streaming firm in $22bn deal
The move is seen as a bet that combining streaming with its news and sport offering will leave Fox in a strong position as TV audiences move online.
Business

Business
The US and Iran could have a deal. How quickly will things go back to normal?
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
Business

Politics
FOSA calls for Ramaphosa’s resignation over impeachment court bid
Forum for South Africa says Cyril Ramaphosa is using state resources to avoid accountability

Politics
Without free, decolonised education sacrifices of 1976 remain in vain
On Tuesday, the country will mark the 50th commemoration of the June 16 Soweto uprising.

Politics
‘Absence of outgoing SACP leaders shows lack of political maturity’
The SACP in Limpopo held its elective congress where new leadership was elected.

Politics
Zuma calls South Africans to use their ballots strategically in 2026
He addressed hundreds of MK Party supporters in Delft on the Cape Flats

Sport
Forgotten Bafana Bafana star a wanted man in Saudi
Bafana Bafana winger Elias Mokwana could be set for a permanent move to Saudi Arabia, with multiple clubs reportedly interested in him.

Sport
Ojomoh comes into England squad to face France XV
Max Ojomoh could line up alongside midfield rival Benhard Janse van Rensburg in England’s non-cap match against a France XV in Vannes on Friday evening.

Sport
Callender back as Wales call up new faces
The 25-year-old missed Wales’ Women’s Six Nations campaign because of injury, but is set to return against Barbarians on 27 June.

Sport
FIFA World Cup: Predicted Bafana XI to beat Czech Republic
Bafana Bafana will be looking to revive their FIFA World Cup campaign against the Czech Republic after a disappointing defeat to Mexico.

Education
Social media ban – bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
The BBC’s technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.
Education
Uganda: KCB Bank Uganda Helps Students At Kololo SS Plan for the Future
[Independent (Kampala)] KCB Bank Uganda has reinforced its commitment to sustainable community development through a comprehensive initiative at Kololo Secondary School, aimed at equipping students with the tools, knowledge and support needed to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Education
Gambia: Africmed Hospital Enhances Basse College of Education With Vital Medicines to Strengthen Its Health Support System
[The Point] The Executive Committee of the School of Education at Basse College has extended profound appreciation to Dr Omar Jagne and the management of Africmed International Hospital for their generous donation of essential medicines and continued support to the institution and its surrounding community.
Education
Kenya: Education Committee Probes Rising Cases of School Fires and Student Unrest
[Capital FM] Nairobi — National Assembly Departmental Committee on Education is set to embark on a comprehensive inquiry into the growing cases of school fires, destruction of property and student unrest reported in learning institutions across the country.

Lifestyle
Here’s why South Africa celebrates Youth Day on 16 June
South Africans are preparing for a day off work on Tuesday, 16 June thanks to the Youth Day public holiday.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Cheers to that! Carly Fields completes her 8th Comrades Marathon
One step closer to green! TV and radio personality Carly Fields downed a beer after crossing the finish line at the Comrades Marathon.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
BYD joins compact SUV war with new fuel efficient Atto 2 DM-i
BYD has taken aim at the Toyota Corolla Cross and Chery Tiggo Cross with its new Atto 2 DM-i Plug-In Hybrid

Entertainment
Two suspects arrested at Kuilsrivier B&B after being found with drugs worth R3m
51 bags filled with Mandrax tablets were recovered, along with five kilogrammes of methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of R3 million

Entertainment
245 Gauteng schools flagged as high-risk as violence, drugs and bullying threaten pupils
The department said safety challenges in schools were deeply tied to broader community conditions.

Entertainment
‘The Mommy Club’s’ Ratile Mabotja says ‘The Polygamist’ mirrors her marriage to the late Lehlogonolo Mabitsela
The Mommy Club’s Ratile Mabotja says The Polygamist brought back painful memories of her marriage to the late Lehlogonolo Mabitsela.

Science/Tech
Fox is buying streaming hardware firm Roku for $22-billion
The $22-billion cash-and-stock deal will hand Fox direct access to more than 100 million streaming households.

Science/Tech
Where SA remote workers can keep the most: Wise, Grey, Payoneer or PayPal
Opaque exchange-rate markups and transfer fees can swallow thousands a year – TechCentral has a look at how to keep more.
Science/Tech
Are Many College Students Losing the Ability to Read?
Futurism reports:in a new essay for The Chronicle Higher Education, university-level literature and writing instructor Tyler Jagt recalls how not a single one of his students could get through an assigned 20-page article, something that he had read “without complaint” as an undergraduate a decade ago. One student confessed that the reason they didn’t finish was that they kept losing track of...
Science/Tech
What to Know About Planned Social Media Bans Around the World
Britain said it would ban social media access for children under 16 starting in 2027, joining several other countries introducing similar measures.
Motoring

Motoring
Toyota breaks three-year draught with sixth Le Mans 24 hours win
Toyota now has the same amount of victories in the endurance classic as Bentley.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Why is it so hard to show yourself compassion?
Kimberley Wilson discusses compassion on Complex.
Health
The Pain of Caring for a Parent Who Abused You
The United States is reliant on unpaid family caregivers, and millions of adult children are caring for parents who didn’t really care for them.

Health
Taboo subjects on the table at women’s health event
Three nurses behind the event say they want women to feel they can have open and honest conversations.

Health
‘I won’t have another baby after breastfeeding trauma’
New mothers say they did not receive enough breastfeeding support when their babies were born.