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South Africa is short of 2.6 million homes: Vienna’s approach to social housing offers useful lessons

South Africa faces a housing backlog of at least 2.6 million units, for more than 12 million people. The state supply of new, subsidised housing has declined over the past decade and the government’s housing policy is shifting.

The Conversation

Czech Republic vs South Africa World Cup 2026 Predictions

Czech Republic vs South Africa meet in Atlanta on June 18 in a must-win Group A clash. Czech Republic are -130 favorites to keep their World Cup hopes alive.

Sports Lens

Mexico vs South Korea World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Mexico vs South Korea meet in a Group A decider on June 18 at Estadio Akron. Mexico are narrow +100 favorites, but South Korea at +325 is the value angle worth exploring.

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Why U.S. Broadcaster Won’t Be Punished for ‘Breaking’ World Cup Rule

U.S. viewers missed about 10 seconds of Mexico’s win over South Africa on Thursday.

Sports Illustrated

'Horrific: I couldn't believe what I saw' ex-Manchester United coach gives damning verdict of his country's World Cup start

The former Manchester United man was not impressed by what he saw

FourFourTwo

Free Nelson Mandela review – this gripping documentary pulls no punches

A revelatory look at the sprawling tale of the decades-long struggle against apartheid. It’s a nuanced tale that brutally emphasises the personal cost of Mandela’s resistance

The Guardian - UK

South Africa says 2,745 foreigners sent home in a week

JOHANNESBURG - South Africa has repatriated 2,745 foreigners in the week after President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed tougher action against illegal immigration, the country's home affairs minister said on Sunday.

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Fifa will not punish Fox for breaking advertising rules during World Cup opener

The US broadcaster overran its advertisements during a hydration break in the opening match between Mexico and South Africa

The Guardian - US

Ma Vesta Smith: why this unsung activist matters 50 years after the Soweto uprising

While many men are remembered as heroes of political struggles, women seldom get enough attention. Vesta Smith is a good example. She fought for South Africa’s liberation from white minority rule, called apartheid.

The Conversation

Want to learn a South African language? Your options are limited – here’s why

It’s 50 years since the Soweto uprising in South Africa. On 16 June 1976, tens of thousands of young black South Africans protested against being taught in the Afrikaans language (alongside English) at school.

The Conversation

Young, South African and unemployed: finding direction starts with knowing yourself – counsellor

Thirty-two years after South Africa became a democratic state, the futures of millions of young people in the country are shaped to a large degree by uncertainty, exclusion, poverty and discouragement. As one lens on this scene, unemployment in the age group 15-34 borders on 46%.

The Conversation

The story behind Soweto Blues, Miriam Makeba’s famous song about the June 16 uprising

Miriam Makeba sang a famous song about the 16 June 1976 uprising in her birthplace, South Africa. The protest was a pivotal point in the fight against apartheid and white minority rule in the country. The song was called Soweto Blues and its opening lines go:

The Conversation

USMNT, Canada & Mexico Avoid Unwanted World Cup History in Style

The three host nations delivered under pressure, something Qatar failed to do four years ago.

Sports Illustrated

Molineux front and centre of Australia Women’s World T20 win over South Africa

The captain took the key wickets of Suné Luus and Laura Wolvaardt in Australia’s 65-run win over South Africa in Group 1 of the Women’s World T20

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CRIK:Aussies down South Africa in flying start to World Cup

Georgia Wareham took 3-13 and Phoebe Litchfield hit a half century as Australia eased to a 65-run victory over South Africa in their T20 World Cup opener.

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Aussies down South Africa in flying start to World Cup

Georgia Wareham took 3-13 and Phoebe Litchfield hit a half century as Australia eased to a 65-run victory over South Africa in their T20 World Cup opener.

The Independent UK

What is behind the recent spate of mass shootings across South Africa?

South Africa's president deployed the army to the streets in several hotspots earlier this year

The Times of India

Millionaire German heiress shot dead at luxury South African safari lodge, day after close friend was murdered

Caroline von Rantzau, 26, the heiress to a million-dollar German shipping firm, DAL, was mysteriously found dead at her family's luxury safari lodge in the Limpopo province in northern South Africa -- a day after her friend, the family's financial manager, was killed. German newspaper Bild reported that gunshots were…

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The Guardian - UK

Australia beat South Africa by 65 runs in Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup – as it happened

Litchfield scores quick-fire century before Australia’s spinners bag nine wickets in comprehensive win in Manchester

Radio France Internationale

South Africa accused of failing to crack down on anti-immigrant violence

Several African countries are repatriating their citizens from South Africa following weeks of xenophobic attacks on black migrants. The vigilante violence has drawn international condemnation, with some accusing the South African authorities of failing to take a tough approach.

France 24

What are the African teams' chances?

A record number of African nations are at the 2026 World Cup, but South Africa’s opening defeat to Mexico has raised questions about the continent’s chances. Can African teams turn numbers into history and finally challenge for football’s biggest prize?

FourFourTwo

World Cup day one highlights - Five goals, three red cards, tears of joy and the dreaded long throw

Mexico vs South Africa and South Korea vs the Czech Republic offered plenty of big moments and talking points

Latin Times

Mexico Opens the 2026 World Cup With a 2–0 Win Over South Africa — and Three Red Cards

Mexico beat South Africa 2–0 in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez scored, while three players were sent off in a match that made World Cup history.

The Independent UK

Where does Elon Musk’s phenomenal wealth come from?

South Africa-born tech entrepeneur on course to become world’s first trillionaire after lucrative SpaceX IPO

France 24

World Cup Debrief - Day 1 : Mexico wins whilst South Africa sees red

The 2026 World Cup is finally here and it all kicked off yesterday at the Azteca stadium in Mexico, as the hosts faced off with South Africa. After a beautiful opening ceremony in Mexico City, the smoke cleared for some more fireworks, but this time on the pitch... Meanwhile, South…

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