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Gunmen kill 12 people in late-night attack in S.Africa

A dozen people have been killed and several others wounded when armed men opened fire while moving through a settlement in South Africa's largest city.

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Women's T20 World Cup: Laura Wolvaardt demands sharper Proteas response ahead of Australia clash

South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt wants her team to improve their plans. They lost a warm-up match to New Zealand. Now they face Australia in the Women's T20 World Cup. Wolvaardt believes this loss is a wake-up call. They need strong strategies for the Australia game. Chloe Tryon's strong batting…

The Economic Times

‘The patients scattered’: how gun crime cuts off healthcare for South Africa’s poorest

Cities see surge in attacks and extortion demands at clinics in townships, leaving patients and staff vulnerable

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What TV channel is the World Cup final on? How to watch Spain v Argentina in the UK

The matches are all free-to-air on the BBC and ITV

The Independent UK

Anti-foreigner violence in South Africa is easily sparked: what hasn’t been done to deal with it

Threats and deadly conflict over migration are spreading fast in South Africa. This is hugely worrying and could result in widespread injury and killings, as it has in the past.

The Conversation

Mexico vs South Africa Picks, Betting Odds, and Predictions - WC 2026

Mexico host South Africa in Group A of the 2026 World Cup at Estadio Azteca on June 11, kicking off at 1:00 PM local time (UTC-6). The hosts enter as heavy favorites on home soil, while South Africa return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010. Mexico…

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Women's T20 World Cup battle begins: Six contenders, one trophy and an Indian team eyeing a historic double

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup starts soon with twelve teams. Defending champions New Zealand are back. India hopes for a World Cup double after their ODI win. Australia aims to re-establish their strong record. The tournament promises exciting competition as teams vie for the title.

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Highly effective prevention drug arrives in South Africa, which has world's highest HIV burden

South Africa is rolling out lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable drug for HIV prevention that the president calls a turning point in a country with the world’s highest burden of HIV

The Independent UK

Mexico vs South Africa: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

The latest edition of the World Cup will open with a nostalgic fixture

Evening Standard

President Sheinbaum Hands National Flag to Memo Ochoa and Mexico is Officially World Cup-ready

President Claudia Sheinbaum officially presented the Mexican national flag to El Tri at the CAR facility in Mexico City, with goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa receiving the colors just three days before Mexico's World Cup opener against South Africa.

Latin Times

Rhino horn: why South Africa wants to revive the international trade, and why critics fear the consequences

South Africa wants to expand exports of rhino hunting trophies and other wildlife products. The move relies on an exemption process within the international treaty that has largely restricted rhino horn trade since 1977.

The Conversation

South Africa’s anti-migrant campaigns use the language of democracy: why that’s dangerous

Anti-migrant campaigns in South Africa are increasingly being framed as acts of community protection. Protesters present their efforts as a response to community concerns about crime, unemployment and failing public services.

The Conversation

How to watch 2026 FIFA World Cup online from anywhere: free live streams for every match

All the ways to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 live streams online and from anywhere in the world, including FREE options.

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Trump doubles down on white South African refugee program despite outcry

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The Conversation

Climate change is threatening sheep farmers in South Africa’s Drakensberg – how they’re adapting

In the rugged and mountainous Drakensberg grasslands of South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, farmers rear sheep for food, cultural practices and financial security.

The Conversation

South African telescope detects record-breaking signal from the early universe

Astronomers using the MeerKAT radio telescope in South Africa have discovered the most distant hydroxyl megamaser ever detected, opening a new radio astronomy frontier. A hydroxyl megamaser is a natural space laser, and this one is located in a violently merging galaxy more than 8 billion light-years away.

The Independent UK

US has accepted almost 6,000 refugees this year – and all are South Africans after Trump prioritised whites

Donald Trump has insisted Afrikaners faces racial persecution and even ‘genocide’ in their home country, despite being assured otherwise by president Cyril Ramaphosa

The Guardian - US

White South African refugees fall foul of Republican driving rules in US midwest

Onerous and costly restrictions aimed at immigrants cause difficulties for group prioritized by Trump for admission

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‘Extreme fear’ among immigrants as backlash sweeps South Africa

African migrants say legal status offers little protection as rallies against illegal immigration gain momentum

Evening Standard

How to watch World Cup 2026 for FREE: Live stream and TV channel for every match

Tournament kick-off at the Azteca rapidly approaching

The Economic Times

Quote of the day by Nelson Mandela: 'There is nothing more dangerous than a...' Life lessons on human nature, anger and shame by first Black president of South Africa

Quote of the Day by Nelson Mandela highlights the impact of humiliation on human behavior. The quote explains how shame, rejection, and loss of dignity can influence actions and decisions. It remains relevant in families, workplaces, communities, and society. The words of Nelson Mandela also reflect lessons from his own…

The Conversation

Ghana wants learner-centred classrooms – but many teachers still favour old methods

Across Africa, countries are redesigning school curricula to prepare children for the demands of the 21st century. These reforms aim to nurture creativity, critical thinking, collaboration and problem-solving rather than rote memorisation in schools. Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa and Zambia have made changes, and Ghana is part of the movement…

The Conversation

Internet access is unequal in South Africa’s economic powerhouse: survey shows race and income mark the digital divide

Digital technologies create great opportunities, but the transformation they offer isn’t equally within reach of everyone. Access is determined by a vast digital divide.

The Economic Times

On This Day in History, June 7: Mahatma Gandhi train incident, Vatican City's creation, Battle of Midway, Harry Potter's stage debut, Boeing 777's intro and many more events

On This Day in History, June 7, the world witnessed several landmark events that shaped politics, warfare, sports and social change. The date is associated with Mahatma Gandhi's defining train incident in South Africa, the founding of the Basketball Association of America, which later became the NBA, the Battle of…

The Guardian - UK

Pass the chakalaka! The best World Cup drinks and snacks – inspired by all 48 teams

From spicy South African relish to Scottish tattie scones, food is an integral part of watching the beautiful game. Here’s how fans around the world fuel match day

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