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UNAIDS warns Trump's HIV funding cuts to South Africa could cost lives

The Trump administration says the phased withdrawal is linked to policy disputes with Pretoria, which rejects the allegations and says it is pursuing greater self-reliance.

Euronews

Marcus Smith vows England will ‘leave it all out there’ against South Africa

Marcus Smith says England are flying south determined to make a fast and furious start to the new Nations Championship at South Africa’s expense

The Guardian - UK

Springboks boss Rassie Erasmus compares Henry Pollock to Siya Kolisi ahead of England clash

Pollock is set to take on South Africa for the first time in Johannesburg next week

The Independent UK

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A legal battle over a former Zambian president's burial might be over

A South African court has ruled in favor of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu's family regarding his burial

The Independent UK

Johannesburg has taken a big new loan to help fix its electricity problems, but the results will take time

Just over a third (38%) of the residents of South Africa’s commercial capital, Johannesburg, reported being satisfied with their electricity services in a survey conducted in 2023/2024. This was down from 77% in 2017/18. The decline reflected years of citizen concerns about the service. In 2026 the auditor general noted…

The Conversation

England rest captain Maro Itoje for summer tour as replacement revealed

Steve Borthwick to bring five uncapped players for Test meetings with South Africa, Fiji and Argentina

Evening Standard

Funding boosts postgraduate student success – South African study measures how

Postgraduate education is good for a country. Thriving economies need people with advanced academic degrees to enhance research productivity. Research and innovation capability have a positive impact on the competitiveness of a country.

The Conversation

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Renault ships first batch of India-made Duster SUVs to South Africa

Renault India has commenced exporting its all-new Duster SUV, with an initial shipment of 750 units dispatched to South Africa. This move underscores India's growing importance as a manufacturing and export hub for the French automaker, aligning with its "futuREady" strategy.

The Economic Times

How a COVID lockdown helped make an award-winning winemaker in South Africa

A woman in South Africa found opportunity in a COVID-19 lockdown in 2020 when she used the suspension of her studies at an agricultural college to plant her own vineyard at her family home

AAP

All-round Marizanne Kapp powers South Africa to win over India in Women's T20 World Cup

South Africa secured a vital six-wicket victory over India in the Women's T20 World Cup, largely thanks to Marizanne Kapp's unbeaten 81. Dropped twice by substitute fielder Radha Yadav, Kapp capitalized on the lifelines, forging a crucial 97-run partnership with Tazmin Brits. India's earlier total of 158 for seven proved…

The Economic Times

Henry Pollock sets sights on Springboks after Prem title: ‘People can talk all they want – I guess I keep showing up’

Player of the match in the Prem final, Pollock is ready to relish the challenge of facing South Africa with England in a fortnight

The Independent UK

'One injection protects up to six months': what is new HIV drug lenacapavir?

As South Africa becomes the ninth African country to introduce the use of new long-acting drug lenacapavir for HIV prevention, RFI spoke with infectious disease specialist Ndong Essomba Bitchoka about how the treatment works, whether the supply will meet demand and why developing an HIV vaccine remains a challenge.

Radio France Internationale

On This Day in History, June 22: Fast & Furious release, France surrenders, Germany invades Soviet Union, Napoleon abdicates, Galileo recants, Maradona's Hand of God, G.I. Bill signed and other events

On This Day in History, June 22 witnessed Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, Napoleon's second abdication, Galileo's recantation before the Inquisition and the signing of the G.I. Bill by Franklin D. Roosevelt. The date is also remembered for Diego Maradona's famous "Hand of God" goal, France's surrender to Nazi…

The Economic Times

IND W vs SA W live streaming: When and where to watch India vs South Africa Women’s T20 World Cup match live in India

India aims to extend their winning streak in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup against South Africa on Sunday at Old Trafford. Following commanding victories over Pakistan and the Netherlands, Harmanpreet Kaur's squad is in strong form. This crucial Group 1 fixture is vital for India's progression, with the match…

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IND W VS SA W weather and pitch report: Old Trafford Cricket Ground weather forecast and pitch update

IND W vs SA W weather and pitch report: India Women and South Africa Women meet in a crucial ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Group A clash at Old Trafford, Manchester. Here's a look at the weather forecast and pitch conditions ahead of the match.

Sports Lens

South Africa vs South Korea World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

South Africa must win at Estadio BBVA to stay alive, while South Korea sit pretty at -155. Our pick backs the Koreans to see it out.

Sports Lens

Czech Republic vs Mexico World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Czech Republic need a win at Estadio Azteca but Mexico have kept back-to-back clean sheets. Our pick: Mexico to win and under 2.5 goals.

The Guardian - UK

Sweat, tears and camaraderie as 20,000 runners take on world’s largest ultramarathon

For one day every June, South Africa’s searing racial inequality seems to melt away at Comrades race

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The Independent UK

South African woman creates acclaimed wine from vineyard planted in her parents’ garden during lockdown

Natasha Jacka found an opportunity in the 2020 Covid lockdown when she used the suspension of her studies at an agricultural college to plant her own vineyard at her family home

The Conversation

Vaccine hesitancy can’t be boiled down to a single factor: what we learnt in South Africa and Brazil

Vaccine uptake has been declining in Brazil and South Africa over the last decade. This decline has reversed important gains in protecting children against vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles, polio, diphtheria and whooping cough.

The Economic Times

ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Harmanpreet Kaur prepares for historic 200th T20I against South Africa

Indian cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur is set to make history by becoming the first player to reach 200 T20 international appearances on Sunday against South Africa. Her remarkable career, spanning 17 years, is lauded by bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi for her leadership and mentorship.

AAP

Six newcomers in Boks squad for Nations Championship

Two long absent players have earned recalls and their are six newcomers in South Africa's squad for the start of rugby's inaugural Nations Championship.

The Economic Times

India face South Africa test in Manchester as World Cup campaign gathers pace

India Women aim to maintain their winning streak against a formidable South Africa in a crucial ICC Women's T20 World Cup clash. Following dominant victories, Harmanpreet Kaur's side, powered by Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma's brilliance, faces a South African team boasting aggressive batting and a strong bowling attack. This…

The Economic Times

1938 shock discovery in South Africa: A fish scientists thought was extinct suddenly reappeared after 65 million years and changed science forever

A chance discovery in 1938 by a South African museum curator unearthed a 'living fossil' – a coelacanth, a fish thought extinct for 65 million years. This astonishing find challenged scientific understanding of evolution and extinction, suggesting the deep sea harbors undiscovered ancient life. The coelacanth's unique features provide crucial…

The Independent UK

Is South Africa vs Barbarians on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Springboks clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the clash in Gqeberha

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