https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news https://www.iol.co.za/assets/images/newspapers/pretoria-news.png https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news RSS for Node Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:37:15 GMT Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:37:15 GMT https://www.iol.co.za/rss 60 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/midfield-monopoly-why-kones-absence-gives-bafana-the-edge-against-canada-7a90d601-feae-4670-8568-0248319f3542 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/midfield-monopoly-why-kones-absence-gives-bafana-the-edge-against-canada-7a90d601-feae-4670-8568-0248319f3542 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:53:38 GMT Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:53:38 GMT IOL A tactical breakdown of how Hugo Broos can exploit a depleted Canadian midfield to unleash Bafana’s lethal transitional pace and secure a historic spot in the Round of 16. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/safpa-youth-conference-inspires-the-next-generation-of-leaders-at-hector-pieterson-museum-90d05ec4-9276-4907-b35a-a06696409c8b https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/safpa-youth-conference-inspires-the-next-generation-of-leaders-at-hector-pieterson-museum-90d05ec4-9276-4907-b35a-a06696409c8b Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:40:57 GMT Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:40:57 GMT IOL The South African Funeral Practitioners Association (SAFPA) brought together young professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and future industry leaders for a full day of reflection, learning, and honest conversation. The venue was filled beyond capacity. The energy in the room matched the weight of the occasion. https://www.iol.co.za/news/after-the-guilty-plea-whats-next-for-cat-matlala-b050f15b-bf8b-4797-97d4-5c3f5cad11a0 https://www.iol.co.za/news/after-the-guilty-plea-whats-next-for-cat-matlala-b050f15b-bf8b-4797-97d4-5c3f5cad11a0 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:47:15 GMT Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:47:15 GMT IOL Self-confessed fraudster Vusimuzi " Cat" Matlala will have to wait until next week to find out whether the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court will approve his plea and sentencing agreement, after a magistrate reserved judgment on whether the proposed effective eight-year prison term is just. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/record-breaking-senegal-smash-five-past-10-man-iraq-1fa56c5f-1634-40e5-9cc0-314ff3d49abf https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/record-breaking-senegal-smash-five-past-10-man-iraq-1fa56c5f-1634-40e5-9cc0-314ff3d49abf Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:09:53 GMT Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:09:53 GMT IOL Aliou Cissé’s men become the first African nation to score five in a single World Cup match, leaving Graham Arnold’s pointless Iraq to head home from Group I. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/perfectionist-ousmane-dembele-downplays-historic-world-cup-hat-trick-against-norway-507e0e3a-75ca-483c-aea5-fb98aa787787 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/perfectionist-ousmane-dembele-downplays-historic-world-cup-hat-trick-against-norway-507e0e3a-75ca-483c-aea5-fb98aa787787 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 04:51:05 GMT Sat, 27 Jun 2026 04:51:05 GMT IOL Despite dismantling Norway with a historic first-half blitz at the Gillette Stadium, France's star forward insists he was more influential against Senegal and Iraq. https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/king-charles-reveals-his-personal-tax-bill-spoiler-alert-hes-very-rich-ab94c6a5-29ce-4c6a-ab5c-92c102889931 https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/king-charles-reveals-his-personal-tax-bill-spoiler-alert-hes-very-rich-ab94c6a5-29ce-4c6a-ab5c-92c102889931 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:14:23 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:14:23 GMT IOL Everyone pays taxes, even the king https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/israel-deliberately-targeted-palestinian-children-in-gaza-u-n-commission-says-30008565-43e8-4012-ae9b-23aa8080df8b https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/israel-deliberately-targeted-palestinian-children-in-gaza-u-n-commission-says-30008565-43e8-4012-ae9b-23aa8080df8b Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:55:45 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:55:45 GMT IOL In the West Bank, the commission documented a pattern of Israeli troops targeting boys and the mistreatment of children during arrest and detention, amounting to war crimes. Israel also failed to protect Palestinian children from attacks by settlers, the commission said. https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/rocked-by-the-iran-war-the-uae-sours-on-trump-we-got-played-2dade444-d9a6-4b6c-a9f1-5fb0ef3b5798 https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/rocked-by-the-iran-war-the-uae-sours-on-trump-we-got-played-2dade444-d9a6-4b6c-a9f1-5fb0ef3b5798 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:43:06 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:43:06 GMT IOL Analysts, however, said the friendly public posturing belies a deep frustration in the Gulf with Trump’s decision-making. Regional officials actively tried to avoid war and counseled the U. S. against launching it. https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/france-reports-first-ebola-patient-as-cases-in-africa-surge-above-1000-daf74115-d8d2-47d4-9fe7-0f33c099f456 https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/france-reports-first-ebola-patient-as-cases-in-africa-surge-above-1000-daf74115-d8d2-47d4-9fe7-0f33c099f456 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:01:25 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:01:25 GMT IOL France’s first case of Ebola from this outbreak - a doctor who had travelled to Congo on a humanitarian mission. https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/when-it-comes-to-soccer-there-is-no-such-thing-as-a-united-kingdom-d4fa3023-1c23-4118-b5fa-db5bbacee03c https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/world/when-it-comes-to-soccer-there-is-no-such-thing-as-a-united-kingdom-d4fa3023-1c23-4118-b5fa-db5bbacee03c Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:24:38 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:24:38 GMT IOL This year, both England and Scotland qualified, a quirk of ancient international football rules that allow Britain to send more than one team. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/dare-to-dream-this-could-be-bafana-bafanas-historic-journey-to-the-fifa-world-cup-final-ec0258c3-32e7-4850-8904-7f7992705b18 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/dare-to-dream-this-could-be-bafana-bafanas-historic-journey-to-the-fifa-world-cup-final-ec0258c3-32e7-4850-8904-7f7992705b18 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:23:30 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:23:30 GMT IOL From a Los Angeles showdown with Canada to potential blockbusters against France or the Dutch, we break down Bafana Bafana's mathematical path through the bracket. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/how-hugo-broos-last-dance-is-fuelling-bafana-bafanas-fifa-world-cup-dream-9a09873f-3e93-446b-befa-bd428f8784ba https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/how-hugo-broos-last-dance-is-fuelling-bafana-bafanas-fifa-world-cup-dream-9a09873f-3e93-446b-befa-bd428f8784ba Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:08:09 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:08:09 GMT IOL Following their historic triumph over South Korea, Bafana Bafana are no longer just playing for qualification — they are playing to cement a legendary era for South African football. https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/whats-on/joburg/joburg-weekend-guide-zee-nxumalo-mpho-popps-and-top-events-to-catch-676e2645-5316-4567-8f31-f75748dfa5cd https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/whats-on/joburg/joburg-weekend-guide-zee-nxumalo-mpho-popps-and-top-events-to-catch-676e2645-5316-4567-8f31-f75748dfa5cd Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:47:49 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:47:49 GMT IOL The Basha Uhuru’s Sounds of Freedom Music Festival will feature top South African artists, food stalls and creative activations this weekend in Johannesburg https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/embracing-unity-our-role-in-fostering-a-peaceful-world-69dcaf23-e968-4207-8277-d2cb2d4eabb1 https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/embracing-unity-our-role-in-fostering-a-peaceful-world-69dcaf23-e968-4207-8277-d2cb2d4eabb1 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:16:38 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:16:38 GMT IOL Discover how recognising our shared humanity can lead to harmony and peace, and learn actionable steps to contribute to a more peaceful world. https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/zimbabwes-constitutional-amendments-ignite-more-political-strife-de281c78-89b6-474c-a36c-2b8f56f094f2 https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/zimbabwes-constitutional-amendments-ignite-more-political-strife-de281c78-89b6-474c-a36c-2b8f56f094f2 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:13:53 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:13:53 GMT IOL Zimbabwe's recent constitutional amendments, proposed by the ruling Zanu-PF party, threaten to undermine democratic principles by extending presidential terms and altering the electoral process. This article explores the implications of these changes for the future of democracy in Zimbabwe. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/ayhan-strikes-late-as-brilliant-tuerkiye-stun-pochettinos-rotated-americans-in-sofi-thriller-dd439497-e36c-4ec2-91fa-6a38bd2da68a https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/ayhan-strikes-late-as-brilliant-tuerkiye-stun-pochettinos-rotated-americans-in-sofi-thriller-dd439497-e36c-4ec2-91fa-6a38bd2da68a Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:11:04 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:11:04 GMT IOL Despite goals from Auston Trusty and Sebastian Berhalter, the World Cup co-hosts suffer a late 3-2 setback in Los Angeles as Arda Güler inspires Türkiye to a pride-restoring victory. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/fifa-world-cup-bafana-bafanas-insular-belief-holds-the-key-to-a-historic-knockout-run-af5ec31e-8335-4ae1-a470-065a9926f1fa https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/fifa-world-cup-bafana-bafanas-insular-belief-holds-the-key-to-a-historic-knockout-run-af5ec31e-8335-4ae1-a470-065a9926f1fa Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:02:10 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:02:10 GMT IOL Shaking off decades of global underachievement, Bafana Bafana's newfound defensive discipline and clinical mental edge make them a formidable threat in the last 32. https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/betrayal-of-the-freedom-charters-vision-for-economic-transformation-331e09c2-0d3f-415b-aa62-97294493db33 https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/betrayal-of-the-freedom-charters-vision-for-economic-transformation-331e09c2-0d3f-415b-aa62-97294493db33 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:46:02 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:46:02 GMT IOL Seventy-one years after the Freedom Charter's adoption, South Africa reflects on its achievements and the unfulfilled promises of economic equality and justice, urging citizens to engage actively in shaping their future. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/tactical-suicide-furious-julian-nagelsmann-slams-sloppy-germany-after-ecuador-upset-09a1dd78-afc7-48e3-8504-ba07caabc41a https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/tactical-suicide-furious-julian-nagelsmann-slams-sloppy-germany-after-ecuador-upset-09a1dd78-afc7-48e3-8504-ba07caabc41a Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:31:40 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:31:40 GMT IOL Despite Leroy Sané netting inside two minutes, the Group E winners capitulate in New Jersey to hand Ecuador a priceless 2-1 victory and a ticket to the round of 32. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/nicolas-pepe-targets-more-world-cup-history-after-firing-ivory-coast-past-curacao-cd2d4b16-e30c-4b67-9ec8-47cb7cb3fa54 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/nicolas-pepe-targets-more-world-cup-history-after-firing-ivory-coast-past-curacao-cd2d4b16-e30c-4b67-9ec8-47cb7cb3fa54 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:16:29 GMT Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:16:29 GMT IOL Nicolas Pépé scores in each half in Philadelphia as Emerse Faé’s clinical side achieve what Drogba and Touré never could by securing the Ivory Coast's first-ever knockout berth. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/former-zambian-president-edgar-lungus-burial-plans-remain-uncertain-after-court-victory-77ff2a74-481f-4a38-892b-d5b298452733 https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/former-zambian-president-edgar-lungus-burial-plans-remain-uncertain-after-court-victory-77ff2a74-481f-4a38-892b-d5b298452733 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:52:24 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:52:24 GMT IOL The family of former Zambian president Edgar Chagwa Lungu has won a key court ruling in South Africa, but uncertainty remains over his final burial. Lungu died in Pretoria in June 2025, triggering a dispute between his family and the Zambian government over his resting place. While the Supreme Court of Appeal ruled in favour of the family’s right to decide, consultations are still ongoing and no burial date or site has been confirmed. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/curro-takes-aim-at-city-powers-r93-million-claims-following-unlawful-disconnection-b0b5635d-caf9-48bb-a69d-bd6409df94cc https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/curro-takes-aim-at-city-powers-r93-million-claims-following-unlawful-disconnection-b0b5635d-caf9-48bb-a69d-bd6409df94cc Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:48:03 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:48:03 GMT IOL Curro says City Power unlawfully disconnected electricity to its Sagewood campus despite an ongoing billing dispute and pending High Court proceedings. The school insists it does not owe the disputed amount and accuses the city of ignoring its own officials' findings that the debt was invalid. https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/june-30-looms-the-real-crisis-in-south-africa-is-the-rampant-lawlessness-e4d27444-8eb4-4fdb-bc41-1af8d74267e6 https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/june-30-looms-the-real-crisis-in-south-africa-is-the-rampant-lawlessness-e4d27444-8eb4-4fdb-bc41-1af8d74267e6 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:49:32 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:49:32 GMT IOL As the June 30 deadline approaches, the fate of economic refugees in South Africa hangs in the balance, raising urgent questions about the government's response to growing tensions. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/jp-pietersen-pleased-with-future-of-sharks-rugby-in-display-in-gqeberha-0647199a-086c-45a7-822a-8e70f0018024 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/jp-pietersen-pleased-with-future-of-sharks-rugby-in-display-in-gqeberha-0647199a-086c-45a7-822a-8e70f0018024 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:21:17 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:21:17 GMT IOL The Sharks had a United Rugby Championship season to forget, but coach JP Pietersen says the future is bright. https://www.iol.co.za/news/education/parliament-raises-concerns-over-reliance-on-foreign-academics-at-universities-9d02c936-78f3-4a64-85d2-24b3e8263c83 https://www.iol.co.za/news/education/parliament-raises-concerns-over-reliance-on-foreign-academics-at-universities-9d02c936-78f3-4a64-85d2-24b3e8263c83 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:10:18 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:10:18 GMT IOL Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training has questioned why some public universities continue to employ high numbers of foreign academics at senior levels despite years of government investment in developing local academic talent. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/how-bafana-bafana-turned-chaos-into-history-at-the-fifa-world-cup-033aa07a-080a-4885-9aca-393d53d13cc2 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/how-bafana-bafana-turned-chaos-into-history-at-the-fifa-world-cup-033aa07a-080a-4885-9aca-393d53d13cc2 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:23:30 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:23:30 GMT IOL Hugo Broos believes Bafana Bafana’s tactical discipline and attacking bravery against South Korea finally delivered the performance he envisioned throughout a dramatic and emotionally charged World Cup group-stage campaign. https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/music/zakes-bantwini-on-honouring-johnny-clegg-at-scatterlings-festival-staying-relevant-and-whats-next-3ede3997-2d94-434c-91c6-fef09daeda65 https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/music/zakes-bantwini-on-honouring-johnny-clegg-at-scatterlings-festival-staying-relevant-and-whats-next-3ede3997-2d94-434c-91c6-fef09daeda65 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:13:22 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:13:22 GMT IOL Ahead of headlining the inaugural 'Scatterlings Music Festival' in Johannesburg, Grammy Award winner Zakes Bantwini opens up about performing for South African crowds and the longevity of his music career. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/march-and-march-movement-vows-june-30-protest-will-go-ahead-despite-ethekwini-refusal-d6427cc3-c4f0-4f05-baf6-92c634bc3381 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/march-and-march-movement-vows-june-30-protest-will-go-ahead-despite-ethekwini-refusal-d6427cc3-c4f0-4f05-baf6-92c634bc3381 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:29:12 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:29:12 GMT IOL The March and March Movement has maintained that its planned 30 June protest will go ahead, despite allegedly being refused permission by the eThekwini Municipality on the grounds of a “national security threat”. https://www.iol.co.za/business/property/rapid-growth-of-informal-settlements-puts-mounting-pressure-on-the-city-of-tshwane-11c1a3ff-d41e-41af-9aba-a6c8daf1e570 https://www.iol.co.za/business/property/rapid-growth-of-informal-settlements-puts-mounting-pressure-on-the-city-of-tshwane-11c1a3ff-d41e-41af-9aba-a6c8daf1e570 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:34:35 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:34:35 GMT IOL Municipal investment in permanent infrastructure and housing developments can only take place on land that is legally available for such purposes. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/rassie-satisfied-with-joburg-training-camp-as-big-season-kick-off-against-england-looms-0f004419-9be8-4b72-a151-428101ea1f36 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/rassie-satisfied-with-joburg-training-camp-as-big-season-kick-off-against-england-looms-0f004419-9be8-4b72-a151-428101ea1f36 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:23:23 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:23:23 GMT IOL Coach Rassie Erasmus declares himself satisfied with preparations as the Springboks wrap up their training camp ahead of the Nations Championship opener against England. https://www.iol.co.za/news/governments-failure-to-act-escalates-anti-migrant-violence-in-south-africa-dd1f34a1-4f46-4e34-89d9-764f099f7f11 https://www.iol.co.za/news/governments-failure-to-act-escalates-anti-migrant-violence-in-south-africa-dd1f34a1-4f46-4e34-89d9-764f099f7f11 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:07:46 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:07:46 GMT IOL Civil society groups accuse the South African government of neglect as anti-migrant protests escalate, demanding immediate action to protect vulnerable communities. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/from-boks-to-baabaas-faf-crosses-the-fence-to-captain-barbarians-against-wales-at-twickers-ed8acee7-d00e-4257-9a53-9ade1a9cb0a1 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/from-boks-to-baabaas-faf-crosses-the-fence-to-captain-barbarians-against-wales-at-twickers-ed8acee7-d00e-4257-9a53-9ade1a9cb0a1 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:07:01 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 12:07:01 GMT IOL Double World Cup winner Faf de Klerk leads a star-studded Barbarians side against Wales at Twickenham, swapping camps just a week after his Springboks comeback. https://www.iol.co.za/news/us-south-africa-relations-diplomatic-tensions-escalate-over-neutrality-claims-bb0824f5-6121-4b4e-8e87-68f21c8e37f2 https://www.iol.co.za/news/us-south-africa-relations-diplomatic-tensions-escalate-over-neutrality-claims-bb0824f5-6121-4b4e-8e87-68f21c8e37f2 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:36:26 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:36:26 GMT IOL US Ambassador Brent Bozell III ignites diplomatic tensions by accusing South Africa of abandoning its non-aligned foreign policy. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/understanding-drone-laws-expert-warns-of-misuse-implications-5f6d9e84-0874-4885-abf1-82cff1a497d7 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/understanding-drone-laws-expert-warns-of-misuse-implications-5f6d9e84-0874-4885-abf1-82cff1a497d7 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:31:36 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:31:36 GMT IOL Police warnings ahead of the Comrades Marathon reveal alarming breaches of aviation and privacy laws, as experts call for stricter enforcement to protect public safety. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/former-apartheid-askari-faces-15-murder-charges-for-role-in-notorious-operations-09e9e035-4ecb-4379-89a4-a984894c9440 https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/former-apartheid-askari-faces-15-murder-charges-for-role-in-notorious-operations-09e9e035-4ecb-4379-89a4-a984894c9440 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:36:05 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:36:05 GMT IOL A 74-year-old former apartheid informer has appeared in the Benoni Regional Court on 15 counts of murder linked to three apartheid-era operations investigated by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. The Hawks allege young people were lured with promises of military training before being killed in operations linked to Vlakplaas. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/live-i-am-not-a-tenderpreneur-tumelo-nku-rejects-aeroton-drug-network-claims-madlanga-commission-1a827277-cfe9-4eeb-9068-3b3d2bd35975 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/live-i-am-not-a-tenderpreneur-tumelo-nku-rejects-aeroton-drug-network-claims-madlanga-commission-1a827277-cfe9-4eeb-9068-3b3d2bd35975 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:30:06 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:30:06 GMT IOL A Hawks analyst, Witness J, alleged that Nku was not an informer but was closely linked to the cocaine bust. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/from-zero-to-hero-bafanas-sphephelo-sithole-completes-ultimate-fifa-world-cup-redemption-bc9ae6f3-e885-4420-9367-127646ba0b81 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/from-zero-to-hero-bafanas-sphephelo-sithole-completes-ultimate-fifa-world-cup-redemption-bc9ae6f3-e885-4420-9367-127646ba0b81 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:23:53 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:23:53 GMT IOL Stepping into the void left by Teboho Mokoena, the Gil Vicente midfielder puts his opening-match heartbreak behind him to inspire South Africa’s historic World Cup breakthrough. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/hugo-broos-to-create-bafana-bubble-ahead-of-knockout-stages-22d4101e-a558-4a9d-8d0e-608165504ff3 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/hugo-broos-to-create-bafana-bubble-ahead-of-knockout-stages-22d4101e-a558-4a9d-8d0e-608165504ff3 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:02:10 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:02:10 GMT IOL As Bafana Bafana prepare for the biggest match in their history, coach Hugo Broos has thrown a protective shield around his squad to ensure that outside criticism does not derail South Africa's FIFA World Cup dream. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/march-and-march-sets-the-record-straight-on-june-30-its-a-protest-not-a-shutdown-33e5daf6-6100-4db9-bff2-0aff951edeee https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/march-and-march-sets-the-record-straight-on-june-30-its-a-protest-not-a-shutdown-33e5daf6-6100-4db9-bff2-0aff951edeee Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:58:29 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:58:29 GMT IOL Controversial anti-migrant group March and March says it will not take responsibility for possible unrest linked to the demonstrations. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/bafana-bafana-sa-rugby-leads-congratulations-after-historic-world-cup-breakthrough-49731737-135b-4e17-8716-8b7a4a7d6548 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/bafana-bafana-sa-rugby-leads-congratulations-after-historic-world-cup-breakthrough-49731737-135b-4e17-8716-8b7a4a7d6548 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:50:46 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:50:46 GMT IOL SA Rugby and President Cyril Ramaphosa lead the national praise as Bafana Bafana reach the World Cup last 32 for the first time in their history. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/wimbledon/wimbledon-talking-points-sinner-remains-top-seed-as-djokovic-chases-history-bdf1fd15-2b9d-4ad6-a31f-553a14aaa2e9 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/wimbledon/wimbledon-talking-points-sinner-remains-top-seed-as-djokovic-chases-history-bdf1fd15-2b9d-4ad6-a31f-553a14aaa2e9 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:42:57 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:42:57 GMT IOL Jannik Sinner targets a successful Wimbledon title defence despite his Paris setback, while Novak Djokovic eyes a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/curro-school-faces-electricity-disconnection-over-r93-million-debt-59366da8-c982-4607-9490-4d9613e1ff50 https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/curro-school-faces-electricity-disconnection-over-r93-million-debt-59366da8-c982-4607-9490-4d9613e1ff50 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:34:58 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:34:58 GMT IOL Curro School in Noordwyk has been disconnected from the electricity grid after allegedly failing to settle a R9.3 million account with City Power, which is intensifying its crackdown on major defaulters across Johannesburg. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/world-cup-ancelotti-labels-vinicius-junior-one-of-the-best-in-the-world-as-brazil-march-into-last-32-dce13ea7-1360-49aa-822a-038fac20431d https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/world-cup-ancelotti-labels-vinicius-junior-one-of-the-best-in-the-world-as-brazil-march-into-last-32-dce13ea7-1360-49aa-822a-038fac20431d Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:34:04 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:34:04 GMT IOL Carlo Ancelotti praises Vinícius Júnior's stunning form after his brace against Scotland sends Brazil into the World Cup knockout stage as Group C winners. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/shut-your-big-mouths-vindicated-hugo-broos-hits-back-at-critics-after-bafana-bafana-triumph-08fb8569-5511-4308-9aa9-0c3c9fbb6aa2 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/shut-your-big-mouths-vindicated-hugo-broos-hits-back-at-critics-after-bafana-bafana-triumph-08fb8569-5511-4308-9aa9-0c3c9fbb6aa2 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:30:24 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:30:24 GMT IOL Following a historic 1-0 win over South Korea, a fiery Hugo Broos slams his detractors and insists his tactical blueprint has proven the doubters wrong on the world stage. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/2026-fifa-world-cup-iconic-drc-superfan-lumumba-vea-beats-visa-delays-to-reach-mexico-a6ac67cc-afa1-4911-b4c6-1629b885a28d https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/2026-fifa-world-cup-iconic-drc-superfan-lumumba-vea-beats-visa-delays-to-reach-mexico-a6ac67cc-afa1-4911-b4c6-1629b885a28d Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:04:07 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:04:07 GMT IOL After months of bureaucratic hurdles, travel delays and health restrictions, DR Congo's famous living-statue superfan Michel Nkuka Mboladinga finally arrived at the World Cup in Mexico to support the Leopards. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/fifa-world-cup-five-reasons-why-bafana-bafanas-historic-triumph-was-no-fluke-0bef5979-78f1-4401-9127-11a5c4257015 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/fifa-world-cup-five-reasons-why-bafana-bafanas-historic-triumph-was-no-fluke-0bef5979-78f1-4401-9127-11a5c4257015 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:29:35 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:29:35 GMT IOL Hugo Broos trusted youth and reaped the ultimate reward in Mexico, as a brilliant defensive display protects Thapelo Maseko's historic winner to book a clash with Canada. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/emotional-hugo-broos-hails-five-years-of-hard-work-after-bafana-bafana-stun-south-korea-7b560609-1f8e-4305-9ec3-c06392b74da4 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/emotional-hugo-broos-hails-five-years-of-hard-work-after-bafana-bafana-stun-south-korea-7b560609-1f8e-4305-9ec3-c06392b74da4 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:57:32 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:57:32 GMT IOL Hugo Broos praised Bafana Bafana’s tactical discipline and resilience after a historic 1-0 win over South Korea secured their first-ever FIFA World Cup knockout stage qualification in Monterrey. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/history-thapelo-maseko-the-hero-as-brilliant-bafana-storm-into-the-world-cup-knockouts-76e6fbe8-40cf-4ec4-b328-e3d255af37ec https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/history-thapelo-maseko-the-hero-as-brilliant-bafana-storm-into-the-world-cup-knockouts-76e6fbe8-40cf-4ec4-b328-e3d255af37ec Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:36:41 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 03:36:41 GMT IOL For the first time in the nation's history, South Africa advance past the FIFA World Cup group stage after a clinical 1-0 victory over South Korea joins them with hosts Mexico in the round of 32. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/achraf-hakimi-leads-from-the-front-as-morocco-subs-spark-late-comeback-against-heroic-haiti-62672e0b-92fd-4804-9d1c-e04f79777d15 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/achraf-hakimi-leads-from-the-front-as-morocco-subs-spark-late-comeback-against-heroic-haiti-62672e0b-92fd-4804-9d1c-e04f79777d15 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:41:12 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:41:12 GMT IOL On a night when Les Grenadiers ended a 52-year World Cup goal drought, the African giants rely on their bench to seal progress to the knockout stages. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/brilliant-brazil-cruise-into-knockouts-as-neymar-makes-emotional-world-cup-return-f9b584bd-7365-4a38-a017-1c77be94f389 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/brilliant-brazil-cruise-into-knockouts-as-neymar-makes-emotional-world-cup-return-f9b584bd-7365-4a38-a017-1c77be94f389 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:07:48 GMT Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:07:48 GMT IOL Defensive howlers cost Steve Clarke's men dearly in Miami as Vinicius Júnior bags a double and Matheus Cunha seals top spot in Group C for the South American giants. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/funding-gaps-threaten-future-of-black-women-in-chartered-accountancy-4ec7207c-233e-4175-82cf-8517530921ba https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/funding-gaps-threaten-future-of-black-women-in-chartered-accountancy-4ec7207c-233e-4175-82cf-8517530921ba Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:56:29 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:56:29 GMT IOL Funding shortages, limited mentorship and persistent inequality are restricting the entry of young Black women into South Africa’s chartered accountancy profession, according to African Women Chartered Accountants (AWCA). The organisation warns that despite progress in transformation, financial exclusion continues to weaken one of the country’s key pipelines for future financial and corporate leadership. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/urc-sa-season-in-review-bulls-fall-flat-in-final-while-lions-and-stormers-fall-to-leinster-might-8f5bfd55-bdc0-4066-b5c1-b603f9061608 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/urc/urc-sa-season-in-review-bulls-fall-flat-in-final-while-lions-and-stormers-fall-to-leinster-might-8f5bfd55-bdc0-4066-b5c1-b603f9061608 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:00:39 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:00:39 GMT IOL A comprehensive wrap of the four South African United Rugby Championship franchises as the Bulls suffer final heartbreak in Dublin, the Stormers and Lions face reality checks, and the Sharks endure a coaching transition. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/returning-captain-ben-stokes-apologises-to-england-teammates-after-curfew-exile-513c16bf-ab2c-40a0-95c2-6b9e57555f17 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/returning-captain-ben-stokes-apologises-to-england-teammates-after-curfew-exile-513c16bf-ab2c-40a0-95c2-6b9e57555f17 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:10:00 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:10:00 GMT IOL England captain Ben Stokes says he was " man enough" to look his team-mates in the eye and apologise for the nightclub curfew breach that forced him to miss the second Test defeat against New Zealand. https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/whats-on/joburg/world-class-acrobats-and-striking-romance-shows-captivating-joburg-audiences-right-now-e5930bdc-480e-44e3-b2bf-a8c8fadaa48e https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/whats-on/joburg/world-class-acrobats-and-striking-romance-shows-captivating-joburg-audiences-right-now-e5930bdc-480e-44e3-b2bf-a8c8fadaa48e Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:51:34 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:51:34 GMT IOL Discover the enchanting world of 'The Royal Countess Zingara' and 'La Dolce Royal' at Melrose Arch, where acrobatics, live music, and a four-course dinner await. Also, 'Constellations' is a thought-provoking show that delves into love and parallel universes. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/2026-fifa-world-cup-why-chinese-fans-are-braving-online-abuse-to-back-rivals-japan-fc5693e4-4ebc-4c25-a075-466c3055cebe https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/2026-fifa-world-cup-why-chinese-fans-are-braving-online-abuse-to-back-rivals-japan-fc5693e4-4ebc-4c25-a075-466c3055cebe Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:05:02 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:05:02 GMT IOL Despite deep-seated historical animosity and rising political tensions between Beijing and Tokyo, a passionate community of Chinese football fans is publicly rallying behind Japan at the World Cup. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/the-goat-race-ronaldo-and-messi-ignite-the-ultimate-world-cup-golden-boot-shootout-706f7559-64d9-4cdb-8365-397302323a78 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/the-goat-race-ronaldo-and-messi-ignite-the-ultimate-world-cup-golden-boot-shootout-706f7559-64d9-4cdb-8365-397302323a78 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:48:40 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:48:40 GMT IOL As the 2026 FIFA World Cup expands to 48 teams, elite marksmen like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Cristiano Ronaldo are shattering records in a high-scoring race for the Golden Boot. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/siya-kolisi-recalls-horror-captaincy-debut-ahead-of-72nd-milestone-against-england-d423364c-b458-4a05-a648-4a88d269ff51 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/siya-kolisi-recalls-horror-captaincy-debut-ahead-of-72nd-milestone-against-england-d423364c-b458-4a05-a648-4a88d269ff51 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:42:15 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:42:15 GMT IOL Springbok captain Siya Kolisi reflects on his emotional 2018 captaincy debut at Ellis Park against England, revealing how a 24-3 deficit taught him a life-changing lesson about leadership. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/2026-fifa-world-cup-broos-blames-fatigue-and-40c-heat-ahead-of-crucial-bafana-clash-63602c7a-120b-47c0-a846-308e66a385e5 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/2026-fifa-world-cup-broos-blames-fatigue-and-40c-heat-ahead-of-crucial-bafana-clash-63602c7a-120b-47c0-a846-308e66a385e5 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:53:25 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:53:25 GMT IOL Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos highlights extreme weather conditions and a grueling travel schedule across Mexico and the United States as major hurdles before their must-win World Cup game against South Korea. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/2026-fifa-world-cup-why-american-stats-mumbo-jumbo-is-ruining-the-commentary-magic-221dfec5-7dbd-42be-b61f-bbb589a44183 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/2026-fifa-world-cup-why-american-stats-mumbo-jumbo-is-ruining-the-commentary-magic-221dfec5-7dbd-42be-b61f-bbb589a44183 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:31:17 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:31:17 GMT IOL While the United States knows how to put on a show in world-class stadiums, their football commentary leaves much to be desired for fans who prefer poetic storytelling over clinical NFL-style metrics. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/technical-issues-cause-report-card-delays-in-gauteng-schools-the-government-says-sorry-f611a8f9-8c80-4821-8660-bbaba4dc0012 https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/technical-issues-cause-report-card-delays-in-gauteng-schools-the-government-says-sorry-f611a8f9-8c80-4821-8660-bbaba4dc0012 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:25:59 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:25:59 GMT IOL Technical problems affecting the SA-SAMS learner administration system have delayed the issuing of report cards at some Gauteng schools, with the education department assuring parents that efforts are underway to restore the system. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/watch-julius-mkhwanazi-to-face-questions-on-blue-lights-bribes-and-stolen-gems-madlanga-commission-5e8b022e-2240-42fb-852c-c9579a09ecbb https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/watch-julius-mkhwanazi-to-face-questions-on-blue-lights-bribes-and-stolen-gems-madlanga-commission-5e8b022e-2240-42fb-852c-c9579a09ecbb Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:36:45 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:36:45 GMT IOL The commission has also heard allegations that Mkhwanazi drafted unauthorised Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) that benefited underworld tycoon, Vusimuzi " Cat" Matlala. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/bafana-bafanas-sphephelo-sithole-embraces-pressure-of-filling-teboho-mokoenas-boots-e8d94e97-9b87-4ffa-9866-23adc32c8e05 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/bafana-bafanas-sphephelo-sithole-embraces-pressure-of-filling-teboho-mokoenas-boots-e8d94e97-9b87-4ffa-9866-23adc32c8e05 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:08:16 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:08:16 GMT IOL Hugo Broos's side face a brutally simple equation against South Korea, but Sphephelo Sithole is showing no signs of pressure ahead of the must-win World Cup clash. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/im-back-defiant-cristiano-ronaldo-fires-back-at-critics-as-masterclass-silences-the-doubters-945af516-e866-4fa1-a27e-258f3046121b https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/im-back-defiant-cristiano-ronaldo-fires-back-at-critics-as-masterclass-silences-the-doubters-945af516-e866-4fa1-a27e-258f3046121b Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:31:02 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:31:02 GMT IOL 145 international goals and counting. The Portuguese icon Ronaldo joins Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland at the North American party with a historic performance in Houston. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/daniel-munoz-breaks-leopards-resistance-as-colombia-edge-dr-congo-to-seal-knockout-spot-671d34b2-abdb-4aa4-819e-29b124a7288d https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/daniel-munoz-breaks-leopards-resistance-as-colombia-edge-dr-congo-to-seal-knockout-spot-671d34b2-abdb-4aa4-819e-29b124a7288d Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:11:40 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:11:40 GMT IOL Crystal Palace defender Daniel Muñoz makes amends for an earlier miss to fire Los Cafeteros into the round of 32 and leave Group K rivals Portugal playing catch-up. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/the-ageless-icon-cristiano-ronaldo-defies-time-to-claim-eusebios-crown-and-make-world-cup-history-6aa9af4d-532d-41ac-9f88-baf26cffe21f https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/the-ageless-icon-cristiano-ronaldo-defies-time-to-claim-eusebios-crown-and-make-world-cup-history-6aa9af4d-532d-41ac-9f88-baf26cffe21f Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:49:18 GMT Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:49:18 GMT IOL Silencing the critics in spectacular fashion, Portugal's captain claims his country’s ultimate tournament milestone during a 5-0 dismantling of Uzbekistan. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/fugitive-shepherd-bushiri-enters-migration-storm-with-10-buses-for-stranded-malawians-235cb18f-a5ee-4c12-8754-ac0bb6b7633f https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/fugitive-shepherd-bushiri-enters-migration-storm-with-10-buses-for-stranded-malawians-235cb18f-a5ee-4c12-8754-ac0bb6b7633f Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:51:43 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:51:43 GMT IOL Malawian nationals wait to be processed at Durban repatriation sites as authorities continue transport operations. More than 10,000 people have sought assistance returning home amid ongoing migration tensions. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/hillbrow-man-arrested-for-extorting-bribes-as-fake-municipal-official-f32a88f2-e5aa-4e45-aa14-7d5f755b02ee https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/hillbrow-man-arrested-for-extorting-bribes-as-fake-municipal-official-f32a88f2-e5aa-4e45-aa14-7d5f755b02ee Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:32:42 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:32:42 GMT IOL A 30-year-old suspect has been arrested in Hillbrow after allegedly extorting R5 000 from a resident by posing as a municipal official. The case has raised concerns over the misuse of contractor credentials and impersonation linked to essential service disconnections. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/erling-haaland-urges-realism-as-norway-reach-world-cup-last-32-with-senegal-victory-f1188021-fbc0-4dd7-953e-323fdfbe2292 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/erling-haaland-urges-realism-as-norway-reach-world-cup-last-32-with-senegal-victory-f1188021-fbc0-4dd7-953e-323fdfbe2292 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:35:14 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:35:14 GMT IOL Erling Haaland struck twice to fire Norway into the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in 28 years, but the Manchester City striker is keeping his feet on the ground. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/actionsa-criticises-dean-macphersons-court-challenge-after-ethics-breach-64b25937-7434-4896-806b-e44a653c7e4e https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/actionsa-criticises-dean-macphersons-court-challenge-after-ethics-breach-64b25937-7434-4896-806b-e44a653c7e4e Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:20:52 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:20:52 GMT IOL ActionSA has criticised Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson's decision to take Parliament to court after being found guilty of breaching Parliament's ethical code over remarks directed at the party's supporters. The party says the move undermines accountability and Parliament's authority. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/mpumalanga-police-officer-faces-disciplinary-action-after-viral-dancing-video-b0ba0aec-842d-4dcc-bf59-b6689743de6f https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/mpumalanga-police-officer-faces-disciplinary-action-after-viral-dancing-video-b0ba0aec-842d-4dcc-bf59-b6689743de6f Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:23:23 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:23:23 GMT IOL SAPS in Mpumalanga has launched disciplinary proceedings against an officer who was filmed dancing and singing while wearing an official police uniform. Police say the conduct violates the organisation's code of conduct and brings the service into disrepute. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/international/ardie-savea-vows-to-confront-the-burden-of-captaining-new-zealand-under-dave-rennie-a9473258-93a8-46cd-9b90-60ea0e304e77 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/international/ardie-savea-vows-to-confront-the-burden-of-captaining-new-zealand-under-dave-rennie-a9473258-93a8-46cd-9b90-60ea0e304e77 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:01:04 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:01:04 GMT IOL Dynamic back-row forward Ardie Savea has been named the permanent All Blacks captain by new head coach Dave Rennie ahead of a grueling Test schedule. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/why-the-last-messi-is-the-best-messi-argentina-legend-still-breaks-records-71ef79d3-deb3-4f44-9048-566dc5e17538 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/why-the-last-messi-is-the-best-messi-argentina-legend-still-breaks-records-71ef79d3-deb3-4f44-9048-566dc5e17538 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:44:16 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:44:16 GMT IOL Despite Austria coach Ralf Rangnick planning for Lionel Messi’s lack of off-the-ball running, the Argentina captain struck twice to become the World Cup's all-time top scorer. https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/foreign-nationals-arrested-miliary-weapons-recovered-in-joint-sandf-saps-operations-fe65ef6e-ecf7-4988-a53e-c2e1eb572543 https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/foreign-nationals-arrested-miliary-weapons-recovered-in-joint-sandf-saps-operations-fe65ef6e-ecf7-4988-a53e-c2e1eb572543 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:40:33 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:40:33 GMT IOL The defence force and the police have successfully conducted intelligence-driven operations in Mooiplaas, Pretoria, leading to the recovery of stolen military weapons and the arrest of three foreign nationals, amidst growing concerns over military security. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/watch-sas-moghelingz-tries-driverless-uber-in-usa-and-is-left-stunned-by-the-experience-b9cc0e5f-dc89-48ef-be54-9fb9bd33715d https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/watch-sas-moghelingz-tries-driverless-uber-in-usa-and-is-left-stunned-by-the-experience-b9cc0e5f-dc89-48ef-be54-9fb9bd33715d Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:26:17 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:26:17 GMT IOL South African digital creator Banela Ndaba experienced the future of transportation by trying out Waymo’s driverless Uber service in Atlanta, USA, during the Fifa World Cup. https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/our-youth-a-catalyst-for-change-or-a-growing-concern-3ee78787-cd79-4e57-b7cc-ad930b4aa711 https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/our-youth-a-catalyst-for-change-or-a-growing-concern-3ee78787-cd79-4e57-b7cc-ad930b4aa711 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:10:35 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:10:35 GMT IOL This article explores the complexities of youth in South Africa, examining the challenges they face and the potential they hold as catalysts for change. It calls for a deeper engagement with young people to address pressing societal issues and foster a brighter future. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/b-bbee-compliance-needs-real-power-not-just-a-black-face-court-warns-a39fea71-7241-4545-b0e8-ebba377fc33f https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/b-bbee-compliance-needs-real-power-not-just-a-black-face-court-warns-a39fea71-7241-4545-b0e8-ebba377fc33f Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:10:02 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:10:02 GMT IOL A recent ruling by the Mpumalanga High Court sheds light on the complexities of B-BBEE compliance, highlighting the need for genuine engagement rather than mere tokenism. https://www.iol.co.za/news/police-pour-r600m-into-june-30-security-plan-ad1e0916-e83d-47a4-b73b-296dfe8817dd https://www.iol.co.za/news/police-pour-r600m-into-june-30-security-plan-ad1e0916-e83d-47a4-b73b-296dfe8817dd Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:45:00 GMT Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:45:00 GMT IOL Police have redirected R600 million to strengthen security operations ahead of the planned June 30 shutdown. https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/chinas-rare-earth-strategy-in-the-us-china-tech-rivalry-e46e4445-9fd1-4f11-a368-efa24545c11a https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/opinion/chinas-rare-earth-strategy-in-the-us-china-tech-rivalry-e46e4445-9fd1-4f11-a368-efa24545c11a Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:25:21 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:25:21 GMT IOL The writer examines how China's rare earth policies are not just economic tools but strategic assets in the escalating technological rivalry with the US, reshaping global supply chains and national power dynamics. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/fifa-world-cup-2026-mexico-fans-rally-behind-iran-in-la-after-visa-and-travel-drama-54094783-0966-4bf4-8896-5598371f9eaa https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/fifa-world-cup-2026-mexico-fans-rally-behind-iran-in-la-after-visa-and-travel-drama-54094783-0966-4bf4-8896-5598371f9eaa Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:52:59 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:52:59 GMT IOL An unexpected football friendship has blossomed at the World Cup, with Mexican supporters packing out SoFi Stadium to back Iran against Belgium following off-field political tensions. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/iec-launches-investigation-into-viral-video-of-registration-official-with-multiple-id-documents-8aea652a-952e-44b4-a48e-7800fb6aa7e3 https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/iec-launches-investigation-into-viral-video-of-registration-official-with-multiple-id-documents-8aea652a-952e-44b4-a48e-7800fb6aa7e3 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:40:04 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:40:04 GMT IOL The IEC says it is taking action after a viral video appeared to show one of its registration officials handling several identity documents at a voter registration station in Victor Khanye Municipality. The Commission stressed that it will not tolerate any conduct that compromises the integrity of elections and confirmed that an investigation is under way. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/eff-backs-panyaza-lesufis-plan-to-bolster-traffic-wardens-for-crime-fighting-efforts-739bfa7e-db50-4744-a6ed-ce4a32678021 https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/eff-backs-panyaza-lesufis-plan-to-bolster-traffic-wardens-for-crime-fighting-efforts-739bfa7e-db50-4744-a6ed-ce4a32678021 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:39:39 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:39:39 GMT IOL The EFF has backed Premier Panyaza Lesufi's plan to restructure the Gauteng Traffic Wardens programme, saying the redeployment of Amapanyaza to protect public infrastructure and support crime-fighting efforts will strengthen safety while reducing reliance on private security companies. The revamped programme will see wardens trained and deployed across traffic law enforcement, visible policing and infrastructure protection. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/molemo-maarohanye-aka-jub-jub-denies-firearm-allegations-following-court-appearance-0d4ce7c0-f039-4571-9ebe-019922cdd88b https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/molemo-maarohanye-aka-jub-jub-denies-firearm-allegations-following-court-appearance-0d4ce7c0-f039-4571-9ebe-019922cdd88b Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:37:12 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:37:12 GMT IOL Jub Jub remains out on R5,000 bail after appearing in the Germiston Magistrate's Court on charges of kidnapping, unlawful discharge of a firearm and defeating the ends of justice. The case, linked to an alleged confrontation with an e-hailing driver in Edenvale, has been postponed to August 24 for further investigation. https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/major-breakthrough-as-former-attorney-arrested-over-alleged-r100m-joburg-property-fraud-case-518bd298-e354-4c3e-9839-9d51f24a9df3 https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/news/major-breakthrough-as-former-attorney-arrested-over-alleged-r100m-joburg-property-fraud-case-518bd298-e354-4c3e-9839-9d51f24a9df3 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:36:49 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:36:49 GMT IOL The case against former attorney Peet Viljoen, accused of involvement in a multi-million-rand scheme involving the fraudulent sale of Johannesburg municipal properties, has been postponed to June 26 for a formal bail application. The Joburg Property Company welcomed his arrest, saying it marks a significant step towards accountability in a matter that has been under investigation for more than a decade. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/ben-stokes-and-gus-atkinson-cleared-over-chelsea-nightclub-incident-ahead-of-final-test-082460d9-5703-4d54-89ea-d9494eb7463d https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/ben-stokes-and-gus-atkinson-cleared-over-chelsea-nightclub-incident-ahead-of-final-test-082460d9-5703-4d54-89ea-d9494eb7463d Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:42:29 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:42:29 GMT IOL The Cricket Regulator has cleared England captain Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson of any regulatory breaches, paving the way for their return against New Zealand. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/fifa-world-cup-2026-london-born-city-star-antoine-semenyo-plots-englands-downfall-943049c6-3527-4c4c-8f45-9cfbeff9029f https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/fifa-world-cup-2026-london-born-city-star-antoine-semenyo-plots-englands-downfall-943049c6-3527-4c4c-8f45-9cfbeff9029f Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:33:36 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:33:36 GMT IOL Manchester City winger Antoine Semenyo is ready to use his Premier League experience to help Ghana spark a massive World Cup upset against England. https://www.iol.co.za/news/world/how-keir-starmer-went-from-landslide-winner-to-britains-most-unpopular-leader-cfee62f3-1d5b-42b7-a308-aae37ceb06f0 https://www.iol.co.za/news/world/how-keir-starmer-went-from-landslide-winner-to-britains-most-unpopular-leader-cfee62f3-1d5b-42b7-a308-aae37ceb06f0 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:40:54 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:40:54 GMT IOL Keir Starmer entered Downing Street with a commanding majority and widespread public support, but falling approval ratings, controversial policies and growing political opposition have fuelled debate over how his premiership unravelled so quickly. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-reveals-drug-dealings-involving-medicare24-ceo-mike-van-wyk-and-cat-matlala-1250f486-3df3-4b2f-9453-b182051df5ed https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-reveals-drug-dealings-involving-medicare24-ceo-mike-van-wyk-and-cat-matlala-1250f486-3df3-4b2f-9453-b182051df5ed Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:31:43 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:31:43 GMT IOL WhatsApp chats and video evidence presented at the Madlanga Commission reveal alleged drug dealings involving Mediacare24 CEO Michael van Wyk and tenderpreneur Vusimuzi Matlala. https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/asez-wao-leads-apies-river-cleanup-to-promote-environmental-sustainability-150ef365-e3be-46bb-9e24-85bc082690ea https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/asez-wao-leads-apies-river-cleanup-to-promote-environmental-sustainability-150ef365-e3be-46bb-9e24-85bc082690ea Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:55:14 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:55:14 GMT IOL Volunteers from ASEZ WAO have transformed the Apies River in Tshwane, making it cleaner than ever after a successful weekend cleanup. Supported by the City of Tshwane, this initiative is part of a nationwide effort to protect our waterways and promote environmental sustainability. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/proteas-women/from-tears-to-triumph-how-an-unwell-marizanne-kapp-played-the-innings-of-her-life-31db2f54-4a35-4772-85fd-629d63e3b728 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/proteas-women/from-tears-to-triumph-how-an-unwell-marizanne-kapp-played-the-innings-of-her-life-31db2f54-4a35-4772-85fd-629d63e3b728 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:27:49 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:27:49 GMT IOL Marizanne Kapp overcame illness and a top-order collapse to smash an unbeaten 81 against India, reigniting South Africa's T20 World Cup hopes at Old Trafford. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/world-cup-group-g-pharaohs-make-history-as-belgium-face-existential-crisis-24d941bb-415b-4e26-bd8a-fec7f145f1af https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/world-cup-group-g-pharaohs-make-history-as-belgium-face-existential-crisis-24d941bb-415b-4e26-bd8a-fec7f145f1af Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:38:38 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:38:38 GMT IOL Belgian newspapers have lambasted the national team's ageing stars after a 0-0 draw with Iran, while Mohamed Salah has hailed Egypt's historic first-ever World Cup victory. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/international/german-born-anton-segner-named-in-all-blacks-squad-ahead-of-france-test-720f5b0c-d0cd-4c4a-bad2-ec479cd3666a https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/international/german-born-anton-segner-named-in-all-blacks-squad-ahead-of-france-test-720f5b0c-d0cd-4c4a-bad2-ec479cd3666a Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:02:46 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:02:46 GMT IOL Frankfurt-born flanker Anton Segner is set to make history as the first German All Black after being named in Dave Rennie's 34-man squad. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/business-as-usual-as-transfer-market-keeps-on-splurging-despite-fifa-world-cup-fef7725b-e097-4909-bfcc-0f0d6b685572 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/business-as-usual-as-transfer-market-keeps-on-splurging-despite-fifa-world-cup-fef7725b-e097-4909-bfcc-0f0d6b685572 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:37:57 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:37:57 GMT IOL Despite being on World Cup duty, stars like Marc Cucurella, Victor Muñoz and Elliot Anderson are securing high-profile club transfers. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/golf/scottie-scheffler-praises-wyndham-clark-for-defying-brutal-new-york-hecklers-to-clinch-us-open-3b3770a0-bdee-4ecd-a384-85fc0b19f152 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/golf/scottie-scheffler-praises-wyndham-clark-for-defying-brutal-new-york-hecklers-to-clinch-us-open-3b3770a0-bdee-4ecd-a384-85fc0b19f152 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:11:11 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:11:11 GMT IOL World No 1 Scottie Scheffler lauded playing partner Wyndham Clark's immense character in overcoming hostile crowd behavior and a fierce challenge at Shinnecock Hills. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/serena-williams-handed-shock-singles-wildcard-for-wimbledon-comeback-64ac25a8-6a12-4489-b8f3-daf977d0ffe3 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/serena-williams-handed-shock-singles-wildcard-for-wimbledon-comeback-64ac25a8-6a12-4489-b8f3-daf977d0ffe3 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:03:16 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:03:16 GMT IOL Tennis icon Serena Williams will make a sensational singles return at Wimbledon after being awarded the final ladies' wildcard entry. https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/call-for-governments-to-push-for-broader-access-to-game-changing-hiv-prevention-drug-50be827b-d45b-40e4-8321-52e1a22af894 https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/call-for-governments-to-push-for-broader-access-to-game-changing-hiv-prevention-drug-50be827b-d45b-40e4-8321-52e1a22af894 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:58:11 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:58:11 GMT IOL Doctors Without Borders urges governments to leverage legal tools to dismantle Gilead's monopoly on Lenacapavir, a breakthrough HIV prevention drug, to ensure affordability and access for millions. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/rassie-erasmuss-flyhalf-experiment-did-quan-horn-do-enough-to-face-england-74804f39-f2d8-4509-bf71-2ce2fe5751ff https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/rassie-erasmuss-flyhalf-experiment-did-quan-horn-do-enough-to-face-england-74804f39-f2d8-4509-bf71-2ce2fe5751ff Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:34 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:38:34 GMT IOL Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus was pleased with fullback Quan Horn's experimental shift to flyhalf during South Africa's 80-31 demolition of the Barbarians. https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/last-years-tshwane-tourism-awards-top-attraction-winner-is-back-among-2026-finalists-176f26b1-b91c-4f59-a6a8-553c10b7bf95 https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/last-years-tshwane-tourism-awards-top-attraction-winner-is-back-among-2026-finalists-176f26b1-b91c-4f59-a6a8-553c10b7bf95 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:36:57 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:36:57 GMT IOL Entries for the 2026 Tshwane Tourism Awards have closed, revealing an impressive array of finalists. Join us as we celebrate 25 years of excellence in Tshwane's tourism sector and discover the outstanding businesses and experiences vying for top honours! https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/police-intercept-r700000-stolen-toyota-hilux-destined-for-smuggling-on-n1-be1fde4d-aafa-4e4d-a69e-c6e8e7df5192 https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/police-intercept-r700000-stolen-toyota-hilux-destined-for-smuggling-on-n1-be1fde4d-aafa-4e4d-a69e-c6e8e7df5192 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:07:17 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:07:17 GMT IOL A stolen Toyota Hilux Legend Edition worth R700,000, allegedly destined for smuggling through the Beitbridge border, was recovered during an intelligence-driven operation on the N1 outside Polokwane. A 45-year-old suspect was arrested after police intercepted the vehicle, which had been reported stolen in Tshwane, as authorities continue investigating possible links to a cross-border vehicle smuggling syndicate. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/el-sisi-congratulates-egypt-on-historic-first-ever-world-cup-victory-07731d8c-226c-41c5-90fd-e35c7d766d86 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/el-sisi-congratulates-egypt-on-historic-first-ever-world-cup-victory-07731d8c-226c-41c5-90fd-e35c7d766d86 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:56:25 GMT Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:56:25 GMT IOL Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi praised the national team's determination and grit following their historic 3-1 comeback win over New Zealand.