https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews https://www.iol.co.za/assets/images/newspapers/daily-news.png https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews RSS for Node Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:16:51 GMT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:16:51 GMT https://www.iol.co.za/rss 60 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/what-next-for-vusimuzi-cat-matlala-r228m-police-tender-corruption-case-back-to-square-one-after-plea-deal-collapse-270f1331-5a3a-49d0-8d2c-8fbc5f2cc5c6 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/what-next-for-vusimuzi-cat-matlala-r228m-police-tender-corruption-case-back-to-square-one-after-plea-deal-collapse-270f1331-5a3a-49d0-8d2c-8fbc5f2cc5c6 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:49:19 GMT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:49:19 GMT IOL Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala rejected a 12-year prison sentence and walked away from his plea deal with the state on Monday, sending the R228m police tender corruption case back to square one. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/cachalia-defends-r600-million-police-operation-says-it-prevented-repeat-of-deadly-july-unrest-eee207f9-7916-4b4f-9774-ce1b2c54048b https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/cachalia-defends-r600-million-police-operation-says-it-prevented-repeat-of-deadly-july-unrest-eee207f9-7916-4b4f-9774-ce1b2c54048b Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:52:01 GMT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:52:01 GMT IOL Firoz Cachalia says the R600 million policing operation during June 30 protests was funded from the existing SAPS budget and helped prevent a repeat of previous unrest, while strengthening crime prevention. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/deadly-durban-north-shooting-leaves-woman-dead-delivery-biker-and-child-injured-77ae6b45-eb99-4f51-a324-34701f841769 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/deadly-durban-north-shooting-leaves-woman-dead-delivery-biker-and-child-injured-77ae6b45-eb99-4f51-a324-34701f841769 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:12:00 GMT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:12:00 GMT IOL A woman believed to be in her 40s was shot dead in Durban North on Sunday evening, while a delivery biker and a child were also injured during the incident, according to ALS Paramedics. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/trending-debate-over-madlanga-commission-shifts-to-corruption-policing-and-senzo-mchunu-ad8da6ea-15b1-4529-84e5-a64537700ffd https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/trending-debate-over-madlanga-commission-shifts-to-corruption-policing-and-senzo-mchunu-ad8da6ea-15b1-4529-84e5-a64537700ffd Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:32:34 GMT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:32:34 GMT IOL What's trending on X https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-from-mandelas-arrival-on-robben-island-to-trump-surviving-an-assassination-attempt-c867779f-f01c-4875-8fdb-974d13726f47 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-from-mandelas-arrival-on-robben-island-to-trump-surviving-an-assassination-attempt-c867779f-f01c-4875-8fdb-974d13726f47 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:29:14 GMT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:29:14 GMT IOL On this day in history https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/penny-for-your-thoughts-readers-weigh-in-on-vigilantism-defence-spending-war-and-donald-trump-ef19ca9f-3558-46cd-8f6f-21cdf447453a https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/penny-for-your-thoughts-readers-weigh-in-on-vigilantism-defence-spending-war-and-donald-trump-ef19ca9f-3558-46cd-8f6f-21cdf447453a Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:27:30 GMT Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:27:30 GMT IOL Letters to the editor https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/wimbledon/clinical-jannik-sinner-overcomes-alexander-zverev-to-defend-wimbledon-crown-a8cbe469-5c14-4d24-831a-e30afec73fc1 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/wimbledon/clinical-jannik-sinner-overcomes-alexander-zverev-to-defend-wimbledon-crown-a8cbe469-5c14-4d24-831a-e30afec73fc1 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:20:42 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:20:42 GMT IOL World number-one Jannik Sinner produced a masterful display of perseverance on Centre Court to defeat Alexander Zverev in four sets and retain his Wimbledon title. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/international/brendon-mccullum-sacked-as-england-test-coach-following-string-of-defeats-and-off-field-drama-ff732e91-148c-4f26-83fd-e9558b9de78d https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/international/brendon-mccullum-sacked-as-england-test-coach-following-string-of-defeats-and-off-field-drama-ff732e91-148c-4f26-83fd-e9558b9de78d Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:06:04 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:06:04 GMT IOL ECB chief executive Richard Gould confirms Brendon McCullum has left his role as England Test head coach after seven losses in nine matches, though he remains in charge of the white-ball sides. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cycling/mathieu-van-der-poel-defies-scorching-heat-to-claim-historic-third-tour-de-france-stage-win-21dbe4c1-4a1f-4510-9094-95090393a160 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cycling/mathieu-van-der-poel-defies-scorching-heat-to-claim-historic-third-tour-de-france-stage-win-21dbe4c1-4a1f-4510-9094-95090393a160 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:09:20 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:09:20 GMT IOL Dutch classics specialist Mathieu van der Poel sprinted to victory in a heat-shortened Stage Nine of the Tour de France as Tadej Pogačar safely defended his overall lead. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/south-african-man-arrested-in-thailand-with-175kg-heroin-worth-about-r125-million-42bf902b-878b-4377-b031-7ea06f132276 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/south-african-man-arrested-in-thailand-with-175kg-heroin-worth-about-r125-million-42bf902b-878b-4377-b031-7ea06f132276 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:53:47 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:53:47 GMT IOL The Customs Department in Thailand has arrested a South African man for allegedly attempting to smuggle 17.5kg of heroin, worth over 7.3 million baht. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/tributes-pour-in-following-the-tragic-passing-of-bafana-bafana-midfielder-jayden-adams-554ee4aa-6817-43d7-b184-e74a3a80cd05 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/tributes-pour-in-following-the-tragic-passing-of-bafana-bafana-midfielder-jayden-adams-554ee4aa-6817-43d7-b184-e74a3a80cd05 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:52:22 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:52:22 GMT IOL South African football is in deep mourning following the tragic death of 25-year-old Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams just days after his World Cup campaign. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/fast-start-key-for-junior-springboks-against-england-in-junior-world-championship-semi-final-105c1138-0243-4ad4-af0d-37acb1e1fb79 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/fast-start-key-for-junior-springboks-against-england-in-junior-world-championship-semi-final-105c1138-0243-4ad4-af0d-37acb1e1fb79 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:43:43 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:43:43 GMT IOL The Baby Boks know they cannot afford another sluggish start when they face England in the Junior World Championship semi-final on Monday. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/rise-mzansi-sounds-alarm-over-delays-in-saps-vetting-as-corruption-concerns-deepen-10e206e0-6152-46cc-a56f-34df1ff89894 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/rise-mzansi-sounds-alarm-over-delays-in-saps-vetting-as-corruption-concerns-deepen-10e206e0-6152-46cc-a56f-34df1ff89894 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:41:27 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:41:27 GMT IOL RISE Mzansi raises alarms over the slow progress of lifestyle audits and re-vetting for senior SAPS officials, questioning the integrity of law enforcement amidst growing concerns of internal corruption. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/activists-call-for-action-against-idac-officials-amid-corruption-allegations-e62d31d0-5b81-48d7-aab9-1e90be88c127 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/activists-call-for-action-against-idac-officials-amid-corruption-allegations-e62d31d0-5b81-48d7-aab9-1e90be88c127 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:25:09 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:25:09 GMT IOL Activists demand immediate action against Advocate Andrea Johnson and investigator Sunil Belochan following serious allegations of extortion involving Pakistani shopkeepers in the Eastern Cape. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/england-and-argentina-renew-fierce-historic-rivalry-in-blockbuster-world-cup-semi-final-54006e1c-1df3-443b-9787-20cd6e6673b1 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/england-and-argentina-renew-fierce-historic-rivalry-in-blockbuster-world-cup-semi-final-54006e1c-1df3-443b-9787-20cd6e6673b1 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:19:44 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:19:44 GMT IOL A look ahead to the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup semi-final showdown between old rivals England and Argentina, following dramatic quarter-final victories. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/all-time-psl-top-scorer-peter-shalulile-faces-crucial-transfer-dilemma-after-sundowns-exit-833d1e4f-1eac-4f5b-b256-af34a35de194 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/all-time-psl-top-scorer-peter-shalulile-faces-crucial-transfer-dilemma-after-sundowns-exit-833d1e4f-1eac-4f5b-b256-af34a35de194 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:45:28 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:45:28 GMT IOL As 32-year-old Namibian striker Peter Shalulile leaves Mamelodi Sundowns as the PSL's all-time leading goalscorer, rival clubs must weigh his immediate impact against his age. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/rassie-erasmus-set-to-rotate-again-as-springboks-prepare-for-wales-test-c3159425-a87a-4c60-8262-4582f09ad4d0 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/rassie-erasmus-set-to-rotate-again-as-springboks-prepare-for-wales-test-c3159425-a87a-4c60-8262-4582f09ad4d0 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:44:33 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:44:33 GMT IOL Rassie Erasmus has hinted at further changes for the Springboks' final mid-year Nations Championship Test against Wales in Durban, with returning injured stars, potential debuts and more squad rotation all on the agenda. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/nations-championship-five-talking-points-from-the-springboks-victory-over-scotland-in-pretoria-d4790f9e-5a02-496a-b48e-f3f1d3c60c3f https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/nations-championship-five-talking-points-from-the-springboks-victory-over-scotland-in-pretoria-d4790f9e-5a02-496a-b48e-f3f1d3c60c3f Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:41:47 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:41:47 GMT IOL Despite a much-changed side, South Africa again showcased their remarkable depth in the victory over Scotland with the Bomb Squad making a decisive impact at Loftus Versfeld. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/manqoba-mngqithi-reveals-outside-interference-blocked-blockbuster-move-to-kaizer-chiefs-9f532ba8-7f37-42c5-b306-4afd60a5dc2f https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/manqoba-mngqithi-reveals-outside-interference-blocked-blockbuster-move-to-kaizer-chiefs-9f532ba8-7f37-42c5-b306-4afd60a5dc2f Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:31:18 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:31:18 GMT IOL New Young Africans (Yanga) head coach Manqoba Mngqithi has opened up about his heavily rumoured move to Kaizer Chiefs, claiming an influential figure blocked the deal. e move from materialising https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/shembe-forgives-king-misuzulu-after-viral-idiot-remark-sparks-social-media-storm-9eac38bb-7b74-4ddb-8344-38cab9c0f1c8 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/shembe-forgives-king-misuzulu-after-viral-idiot-remark-sparks-social-media-storm-9eac38bb-7b74-4ddb-8344-38cab9c0f1c8 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:59:19 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:59:19 GMT IOL After a public altercation captured in a viral video, Baptist Nazareth Church leader Mduduzi Shembe extends forgiveness to AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini, highlighting the complexities of royal and personal relationships https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/south-africa-ramps-up-deportations-processing-more-than-53000-foreign-nationals-71b05b8a-bd9f-4979-8f8b-fc4cf44baefa https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/south-africa-ramps-up-deportations-processing-more-than-53000-foreign-nationals-71b05b8a-bd9f-4979-8f8b-fc4cf44baefa Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:38:54 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:38:54 GMT IOL Government says more than 53,000 foreign nationals have been processed for deportation and repatriation as the Inter-Ministerial Committee intensifies efforts to manage irregular migration and strengthen immigration enforcement. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/ballito-pro-launches-stop-the-strangle-campaign-to-combat-ghost-gear-pollution-be13f5e9-74bf-4b2b-a3a6-bbfa591a86fe https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/ballito-pro-launches-stop-the-strangle-campaign-to-combat-ghost-gear-pollution-be13f5e9-74bf-4b2b-a3a6-bbfa591a86fe Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:54:24 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:54:24 GMT IOL The Ballito Pro festival introduces the 'Stop the Strangle' initiative, aiming to combat ghost gear pollution and engage local communities in ocean conservation efforts. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/linda-noskova-visualises-wimbledon-glory-during-bathroom-break-to-stage-epic-final-fightback-6bcef9ce-b543-4fb1-956c-5255615f833b https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/linda-noskova-visualises-wimbledon-glory-during-bathroom-break-to-stage-epic-final-fightback-6bcef9ce-b543-4fb1-956c-5255615f833b Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:49:26 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:49:26 GMT IOL Czech rising star Linda Noskova revealed how a glimpse of the Venus Rosewater Dish inspired her to overcome a second-set heartbreak and defeat Karolina Muchova for her maiden Grand Slam title. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/dave-rennie-gives-all-blacks-pass-mark-against-italy-ahead-of-massive-ireland-clash-71d14f8e-0571-4a7d-b8a4-ccc1052dab02 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/dave-rennie-gives-all-blacks-pass-mark-against-italy-ahead-of-massive-ireland-clash-71d14f8e-0571-4a7d-b8a4-ccc1052dab02 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:39:28 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:39:28 GMT IOL Despite a record-breaking hat-trick from Will Jordan, head coach Dave Rennie warns that the All Blacks must improve to beat unbeaten Ireland next weekend. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/imbokodo/springbok-women-prove-elite-credentials-despite-series-squaring-fefeat-to-us-eagles-0f4256b7-40e2-46ef-bbd3-d9ccdbb100c3 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/imbokodo/springbok-women-prove-elite-credentials-despite-series-squaring-fefeat-to-us-eagles-0f4256b7-40e2-46ef-bbd3-d9ccdbb100c3 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:26:21 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:26:21 GMT IOL A drawn two-Test series against the US Eagles gave the Springbok Women proof that they belong among rugby's elite, while highlighting the work left to do. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/european-dominance-prevails-as-argentina-stand-alone-in-world-cup-semi-finals-887bc3c8-a5f1-4cbf-8928-855d15de92a9 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/european-dominance-prevails-as-argentina-stand-alone-in-world-cup-semi-finals-887bc3c8-a5f1-4cbf-8928-855d15de92a9 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:08:49 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:08:49 GMT IOL Despite a historic 48-team tournament featuring breakthroughs from South Africa and Morocco, the World Cup semi-finals belong to the elite, with England, France, Spain and Argentina remaining. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/doreen-cherop-upsets-brenda-jepchirchir-to-claim-dramatic-durban-10k-victory-46c313d1-b284-4d2d-87cf-3069b45f7630 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/doreen-cherop-upsets-brenda-jepchirchir-to-claim-dramatic-durban-10k-victory-46c313d1-b284-4d2d-87cf-3069b45f7630 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:05:45 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:05:45 GMT IOL Kenya's Doreen Cherop timed her race to perfection, unleashing a lethal finishing kick to defeat pre-race favourite Brenda Jepchirchir at the Absa Run Your City Durban 10K. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/olympic-champion-joshua-cheptegei-dominates-absa-run-your-city-durban-10k-acc8f278-66b9-4b4e-9b9c-c8f3add7b4e2 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/olympic-champion-joshua-cheptegei-dominates-absa-run-your-city-durban-10k-acc8f278-66b9-4b4e-9b9c-c8f3add7b4e2 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:03:46 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:03:46 GMT IOL Ugandan athletic great Joshua Cheptegei delivered a commanding performance to win the Absa Run Your City Durban 10K, narrowly missing his own South African all-comers' record. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/enyobeni-tavern-owner-refuses-blame-for-deaths-of-21-teenagers-despite-court-finding-him-liable-6a970f3b-fdd6-4e8e-a436-ee7ba6eaf087 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/enyobeni-tavern-owner-refuses-blame-for-deaths-of-21-teenagers-despite-court-finding-him-liable-6a970f3b-fdd6-4e8e-a436-ee7ba6eaf087 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:01:26 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:01:26 GMT IOL The tragedy that unfolded at the Enyobeni Tavern in East London in June 2022 continues to reverberate through the community, as the Mdantsane Regional Court recently found former owners Siyakhangela and Vuyokazi Ndevu liable for the deaths of 21 young people. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springboks-edge-scotland-at-loftus-despite-slackness-admits-ben-jason-dixon-62c97c41-8513-4003-95c3-d880f1a1617f https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springboks-edge-scotland-at-loftus-despite-slackness-admits-ben-jason-dixon-62c97c41-8513-4003-95c3-d880f1a1617f Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:24:15 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:24:15 GMT IOL Ben-Jason Dixon concedes the Springboks suffered lapses in defense during their tense Nations Championship win over a resilient Scotland side. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/how-rassie-erasmuss-6-2-bench-split-and-quan-horns-new-versatility-helped-the-springboks-at-loftus-b642c5f0-4d60-4c17-b423-989fffd216b3 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/how-rassie-erasmuss-6-2-bench-split-and-quan-horns-new-versatility-helped-the-springboks-at-loftus-b642c5f0-4d60-4c17-b423-989fffd216b3 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:23:32 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:23:32 GMT IOL A tactical reshuffle forced the Springboks to test their 6-2 bench split against Scotland, with fullback Quan Horn stepping up at fly-half to secure a 42-28 victory. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/england-argentina-join-france-and-spain-to-set-up-heavyweight-world-cup-semi-final-line-up-0cd99ee2-aa2e-433c-9bc5-488db8373e56 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/england-argentina-join-france-and-spain-to-set-up-heavyweight-world-cup-semi-final-line-up-0cd99ee2-aa2e-433c-9bc5-488db8373e56 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:04:52 GMT Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:04:52 GMT IOL England and Argentina completed the Fifa World Cup semi-final line-up after overcoming Norway and Switzerland respectively, setting up two blockbuster clashes in the race for football’s biggest prize. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/psl-chairman-irvin-khoza-stunned-by-tragic-death-of-mamelodi-sundowns-midfielder-jayden-adams-d0224a2b-501c-4f89-b47d-56d993367ce9 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/psl-chairman-irvin-khoza-stunned-by-tragic-death-of-mamelodi-sundowns-midfielder-jayden-adams-d0224a2b-501c-4f89-b47d-56d993367ce9 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:44:11 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:44:11 GMT IOL Premier Soccer League Chairman Irvin Khoza has expressed deep shock following the tragic death of 25-year-old Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/blinded-by-the-light-important-bok-shortcomings-highlighted-by-scots-c3be67d5-265e-43bd-a440-91d84b763aa5 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/blinded-by-the-light-important-bok-shortcomings-highlighted-by-scots-c3be67d5-265e-43bd-a440-91d84b763aa5 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:08:37 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:08:37 GMT IOL From kilted dancers and blinding strobe lights to sheer brute force from Wilco Louw, Rassie Erasmus got the answers he needed as the Springboks held off a fierce Scotland fightback. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/fifa-president-infantino-safa-and-cardoso-pay-tribute-to-fallen-bafana-star-jayden-adams-813f3d70-a82c-40b1-80d9-18b7fbc1f55f https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/fifa-president-infantino-safa-and-cardoso-pay-tribute-to-fallen-bafana-star-jayden-adams-813f3d70-a82c-40b1-80d9-18b7fbc1f55f Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:47:24 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:47:24 GMT IOL Fifa President Gianni Infantino has expressed his deep condolences following the sudden passing of 25-year-old Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/breaking-springboks-v-scotland-boks-survive-42-28-loftus-thriller-against-motivated-scots-c6e43b03-09bb-4161-b932-608e4be26d9d https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/breaking-springboks-v-scotland-boks-survive-42-28-loftus-thriller-against-motivated-scots-c6e43b03-09bb-4161-b932-608e4be26d9d Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:33:37 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:33:37 GMT IOL Jesse Kriel and Zachary Porthen score late tries as an experimental Springboks side holds off a fierce Scotland fightback in a 42-28 Nations Championship classic at Loftus. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/president-ramaphosa-and-minister-mckenzie-lead-tributes-for-bafana-bafana-star-jayden-adams-b4d97639-eb68-41c3-a82c-dbda5bf0ca76 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/president-ramaphosa-and-minister-mckenzie-lead-tributes-for-bafana-bafana-star-jayden-adams-b4d97639-eb68-41c3-a82c-dbda5bf0ca76 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:15:15 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 16:15:15 GMT IOL President Cyril Ramaphosa and Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie have led national tributes for Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams following his tragic passing in Cape Town. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/chris-pappas-confirmed-as-das-umngeni-mayoral-candidate-for-2026-elections-vows-to-build-on-governance-gains-735cab15-006a-4793-bccc-5311634a98c7 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/chris-pappas-confirmed-as-das-umngeni-mayoral-candidate-for-2026-elections-vows-to-build-on-governance-gains-735cab15-006a-4793-bccc-5311634a98c7 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:55:22 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:55:22 GMT IOL The DA has named Chris Pappas as its uMngeni mayoral candidate, with the incumbent mayor defending the party’s five-year record and outlining priorities ahead of the 2026 local government elections. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/ramaphosa-mourns-deaths-young-rugby-talent-luqobo-makwedini-and-football-star-jayden-adams-0cd23580-31dc-4a9a-8901-24d45afa1e37 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/ramaphosa-mourns-deaths-young-rugby-talent-luqobo-makwedini-and-football-star-jayden-adams-0cd23580-31dc-4a9a-8901-24d45afa1e37 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:28:49 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:28:49 GMT IOL President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed condolences following the death of Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams and rugby player Luqobo Makwedini, honouring two young athletes who represented South Africa. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/kzn-judge-ordered-to-apologise-after-year-long-delay-in-delivering-reasons-for-urgent-court-ruling-f39c208a-7603-421a-8b3d-24a7501a56ce https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/kzn-judge-ordered-to-apologise-after-year-long-delay-in-delivering-reasons-for-urgent-court-ruling-f39c208a-7603-421a-8b3d-24a7501a56ce Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:39:35 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:39:35 GMT IOL After a year-long delay in delivering a crucial court judgment, Judge Elsje-Marie Bezuidenhout is ordered to apologise to ABC leader Philani Mavundla and former Umvoti Municipality speaker Mfundo Masondo, as ruled by Deputy Chief Justice Dunstan Mlambo. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/bafana-bafana-and-mamelodi-sundowns-star-jayden-adams-found-dead-police-open-inquest-e4d7fb00-30f0-49e2-be41-618dc55c31cd https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/bafana-bafana-and-mamelodi-sundowns-star-jayden-adams-found-dead-police-open-inquest-e4d7fb00-30f0-49e2-be41-618dc55c31cd Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:13:05 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:13:05 GMT IOL Police have opened an inquest into the death of Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams, with the circumstances surrounding the 25-year-old’s death now under investigation. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/imbokodo/united-states-eagles-outmuscle-springbok-women-to-square-series-at-loftus-5ff072af-bafc-4fee-8b18-ae493e67f6f4 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/imbokodo/united-states-eagles-outmuscle-springbok-women-to-square-series-at-loftus-5ff072af-bafc-4fee-8b18-ae493e67f6f4 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:02:11 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:02:11 GMT IOL Despite spectacular individual tries from Alichia Arries and Ayanda Malinga, South Africa fail to match the clinical intensity of the visitors in a bruising 26-19 defeat. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/wimbledon/jannik-sinner-salutes-vanquished-novak-djokovic-as-alexander-zverev-final-looms-b208ccf1-a141-4dbd-bb15-2da7230367ae https://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/wimbledon/jannik-sinner-salutes-vanquished-novak-djokovic-as-alexander-zverev-final-looms-b208ccf1-a141-4dbd-bb15-2da7230367ae Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:28:13 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:28:13 GMT IOL After executing a Centre Court masterclass to deny Novak Djokovic a historic 25th Grand Slam title, the defending champion braces for a fascinating tactical battle against Paris king Alexander Zverev. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/jayden-adams-becomes-third-stellenbosch-youth-academy-product-to-pass-away-in-recent-years-f063f006-ceee-4c2d-abdd-847b1dfcd0bf https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/jayden-adams-becomes-third-stellenbosch-youth-academy-product-to-pass-away-in-recent-years-f063f006-ceee-4c2d-abdd-847b1dfcd0bf Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:58:45 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:58:45 GMT IOL South African football is in mourning following the tragic passing of 25-year-old Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams in Cape Town. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/will-jordan-passes-doug-howlett-milestone-as-14-man-italy-blown-away-by-all-black-blitz-d03f5e53-9156-4688-a5c6-d0d160931783 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/will-jordan-passes-doug-howlett-milestone-as-14-man-italy-blown-away-by-all-black-blitz-d03f5e53-9156-4688-a5c6-d0d160931783 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:38:55 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:38:55 GMT IOL Will Jordan plunders a spectacular hat-trick to claim New Zealand's all-time try-scoring record in Wellington, capitalizing on a costly Niccolò Cannone red card after a sluggish first-half display. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/nations-championship-five-springbok-rookies-with-a-point-to-prove-against-scotland-0a186238-71f9-485d-8beb-f8c7d9ed3b20 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/nations-championship-five-springbok-rookies-with-a-point-to-prove-against-scotland-0a186238-71f9-485d-8beb-f8c7d9ed3b20 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:20:00 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:20:00 GMT IOL As the Springboks prepare to face Scotland in Pretoria on Saturday, a handful of rookies will be eager to seize their moment and prove they belong at Test level. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/lionel-scaloni-fiercely-defends-lionel-messis-penalty-duties-ahead-of-swiss-test-719892c0-99dd-48d5-beb3-e307b18b6e5c https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/lionel-scaloni-fiercely-defends-lionel-messis-penalty-duties-ahead-of-swiss-test-719892c0-99dd-48d5-beb3-e307b18b6e5c Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:35:01 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:35:01 GMT IOL Dismissing critics who question the 39-year-old's stamina, the Argentina head coach demands a legacy of passion and relentless grit in Kansas City as the holders chase history. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/england-vs-norway-striker-battle-as-erling-haaland-harry-kane-shootout-in-miami-heat-a1325bfa-8000-48aa-8736-e1a43a6a793e https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/england-vs-norway-striker-battle-as-erling-haaland-harry-kane-shootout-in-miami-heat-a1325bfa-8000-48aa-8736-e1a43a6a793e Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:13:00 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:13:00 GMT IOL Stale Solbakken labels Erling Haaland and Harry Kane the premier match-winners in world football ahead of a blockbuster clash in south Florida. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/spains-super-sub-mikel-merino-living-his-wildest-dreams-with-late-world-cup-winners-633afbff-3233-4be1-b1da-df57d73e7840 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/spains-super-sub-mikel-merino-living-his-wildest-dreams-with-late-world-cup-winners-633afbff-3233-4be1-b1da-df57d73e7840 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 04:52:17 GMT Sat, 11 Jul 2026 04:52:17 GMT IOL After pouncing on a costly Belgian goalkeeping error in the 88th minute, Mikel Merino reflects on La Roja's grit and why a clinical France will provide the ultimate tactical examination. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/manqoba-mngqithi-appointed-head-coach-of-tanzanian-giants-young-africans-2ee5e1fe-cac0-4431-8cc0-ab9469ed47e0 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/manqoba-mngqithi-appointed-head-coach-of-tanzanian-giants-young-africans-2ee5e1fe-cac0-4431-8cc0-ab9469ed47e0 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:54:21 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:54:21 GMT IOL Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Golden Arrows coach Manqoba Mngqithi has joined Tanzanian champions Young Africans, setting up an exciting rivalry with Simba SC's Steve Barker. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/orlando-pirates-part-ways-with-goalkeeper-melusi-buthelezi-ahead-of-spain-pre-season-tour-abea7084-cae2-4a29-b6d9-e40fd2834c83 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/orlando-pirates-part-ways-with-goalkeeper-melusi-buthelezi-ahead-of-spain-pre-season-tour-abea7084-cae2-4a29-b6d9-e40fd2834c83 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:49:30 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:49:30 GMT IOL Orlando Pirates have announced the departure of goalkeeper Melusi Buthelezi, who kept 12 clean sheets in 22 games as backup to Sipho Chaine. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/friday-challenge-test-your-knowledge-with-this-weeks-quiz-40e7efcd-1ada-47fb-ba48-5afdfec35c38 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/friday-challenge-test-your-knowledge-with-this-weeks-quiz-40e7efcd-1ada-47fb-ba48-5afdfec35c38 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:17:16 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:17:16 GMT IOL Friday Challenge https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/penny-for-your-thoughts-readers-speak-out-on-ocean-conservation-sme-reforms-and-football-integrity-c4abf7b7-fe4d-4ab8-824f-8abe7b731cb1 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/penny-for-your-thoughts-readers-speak-out-on-ocean-conservation-sme-reforms-and-football-integrity-c4abf7b7-fe4d-4ab8-824f-8abe7b731cb1 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:06:29 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:06:29 GMT IOL Letters to the editor https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-historic-moments-record-temperatures-and-events-that-shape-the-world-70a2a35a-be26-4731-8ff3-a25d87602b1f https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/on-this-day-historic-moments-record-temperatures-and-events-that-shape-the-world-70a2a35a-be26-4731-8ff3-a25d87602b1f Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:27:11 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:27:11 GMT IOL On this day in history https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/trending-imogen-mashazi-case-sparks-fierce-debate-as-social-media-reacts-to-law-enforcement-action-773f6dcd-e666-4ea1-bf56-12e61d337d8c https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/trending-imogen-mashazi-case-sparks-fierce-debate-as-social-media-reacts-to-law-enforcement-action-773f6dcd-e666-4ea1-bf56-12e61d337d8c Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:23:13 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:23:13 GMT IOL What's trending on X https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/the-hard-truth-from-a-staunch-cr7-fan-ronaldo-should-have-left-the-game-before-it-left-him-d191a3bb-0f49-44f8-9cb6-ceef88108ec3 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/the-hard-truth-from-a-staunch-cr7-fan-ronaldo-should-have-left-the-game-before-it-left-him-d191a3bb-0f49-44f8-9cb6-ceef88108ec3 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:11:53 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:11:53 GMT IOL A lifelong Cristiano Ronaldo supporter faces the painful realization that the aging icon has declined, while Lionel Messi solidifies his GOAT status at the World Cup. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/pitso-mosimane-remains-frontrunner-to-replace-hugo-broos-as-backroom-shake-up-looms-f716ad71-be12-4d76-8b37-5689c52567a8 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/pitso-mosimane-remains-frontrunner-to-replace-hugo-broos-as-backroom-shake-up-looms-f716ad71-be12-4d76-8b37-5689c52567a8 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:42:52 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:42:52 GMT IOL As Pitso Mosimane emerges as the frontrunner to replace Hugo Broos, Bafana Bafana faces a major backroom shake-up following high-profile World Cup staff controversies. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/hockey/sa-hockey-sides-step-up-world-cup-preparations-with-crucial-home-test-series-44c96e50-de7a-4843-8b21-d8ed1bdee754 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/hockey/sa-hockey-sides-step-up-world-cup-preparations-with-crucial-home-test-series-44c96e50-de7a-4843-8b21-d8ed1bdee754 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:32:35 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:32:35 GMT IOL The SA men have taken control against Malaysia in Durban, while the women's squad has been named for a four-Test series against Namibia as both national teams build towards this year's FIH World Cup. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/joshua-cheptegei-africas-fastest-10km-time-will-only-be-acheived-through-teamwork-178abbd2-f6ae-4033-b074-179246a8c3f7 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/joshua-cheptegei-africas-fastest-10km-time-will-only-be-acheived-through-teamwork-178abbd2-f6ae-4033-b074-179246a8c3f7 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:28:28 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:28:28 GMT IOL Ugandan legend believes modern road running has become " a team sport", with Sunday's Absa Durban 10K offering the perfect stage for the world's best to work together in pursuit of Africa's first sub-27-minute men's race. https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/celebrity-news/hey-see-here-how-durbans-mandymc-turned-the-gift-of-the-gab-into-a-thriving-brand-202ee498-8566-414f-ad03-ef7dc926f36d https://www.iol.co.za/entertainment/celebrity-news/hey-see-here-how-durbans-mandymc-turned-the-gift-of-the-gab-into-a-thriving-brand-202ee498-8566-414f-ad03-ef7dc926f36d Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:56:07 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:56:07 GMT IOL Join Amanda 'MandyMC' Haridutt on her inspiring journey from a natural entertainer in Phoenix to a celebrated event host in Durban, as she shares her passion for creating unforgettable experiences. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/safa-and-hugo-broos-at-odds-over-bafana-bafana-coaching-future-78292a4a-537e-44f1-9dc3-a57f146ca0d7 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/safa-and-hugo-broos-at-odds-over-bafana-bafana-coaching-future-78292a4a-537e-44f1-9dc3-a57f146ca0d7 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:53:00 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:53:00 GMT IOL Despite Safa denying reports of Hugo Broos' departure, the 74-year-old coach confirmed his irreversible exit from Bafana Bafana following their historic World Cup run. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/scotland-want-to-take-springboks-to-the-dance-floor-but-it-takes-two-to-tango-b632c933-4f63-4fc7-bcec-3623d9465c2a https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/scotland-want-to-take-springboks-to-the-dance-floor-but-it-takes-two-to-tango-b632c933-4f63-4fc7-bcec-3623d9465c2a Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:45:37 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:45:37 GMT IOL The Springboks expect Scotland to play exciting running rugby against them at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/safa-dismisses-claims-of-hugo-broos-departure-as-bafana-bafana-coach-be1a35c8-c874-4f43-a41e-b5f3178568e5 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/safa-dismisses-claims-of-hugo-broos-departure-as-bafana-bafana-coach-be1a35c8-c874-4f43-a41e-b5f3178568e5 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:44:15 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:44:15 GMT IOL SAFA has confirmed that Hugo Broos remains the head coach of Bafana Bafana, quelling speculation about his departure following South Africa's historic FIFA World Cup campaign. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/yonela-ngxingolo-embraces-role-as-captain-of-springbok-womens-blom-squad-f4e59f08-2eaf-4d16-b32a-389295875b98 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/yonela-ngxingolo-embraces-role-as-captain-of-springbok-womens-blom-squad-f4e59f08-2eaf-4d16-b32a-389295875b98 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:19:06 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:19:06 GMT IOL As the Springbok Women target a historic series sweep against the United States at Loftus Versfeld, veteran prop Yonela Ngxingolo opens up on embracing her impactful bench role under Swys de Bruin. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/boxing/smash-hadebe-targets-wbf-world-title-and-a-platform-for-change-for-sa-womens-boxers-46f7493e-7d2a-4e53-a3b6-9e2ddbba07d7 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/boxing/smash-hadebe-targets-wbf-world-title-and-a-platform-for-change-for-sa-womens-boxers-46f7493e-7d2a-4e53-a3b6-9e2ddbba07d7 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:22:42 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:22:42 GMT IOL Five women's championship bouts will headline the historic Fight Like a Woman tournament in Cape Town, with Simangele " Smash" Hadebe chasing a career-defining WBF world title and a platform to inspire others. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/pitso-mosimane-enters-the-race-to-succeed-hugo-broos-as-bafana-bafana-boss-6383974f-c0e6-4504-9aa4-5f9e09c2a478 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/bafana/pitso-mosimane-enters-the-race-to-succeed-hugo-broos-as-bafana-bafana-boss-6383974f-c0e6-4504-9aa4-5f9e09c2a478 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:12:55 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:12:55 GMT IOL A senior SAFA official has confirmed that the serial trophy-winner is among numerous high-profile applicants aiming to inherit a rejuvenated national team following Broos' retirement. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/madlanga-commission-bombshell-saps-conducted-no-lifestyle-audits-in-five-years-despite-red-flags-over-unexplained-wealth-6c5dc298-f7c3-46f8-9495-f4936a58b626 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/madlanga-commission-bombshell-saps-conducted-no-lifestyle-audits-in-five-years-despite-red-flags-over-unexplained-wealth-6c5dc298-f7c3-46f8-9495-f4936a58b626 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:04:20 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:04:20 GMT IOL Dr Albertus Schoeman reveals that the South African Police Service has not conducted any lifestyle audits in the past five years, raising concerns about unexplained wealth among officials and the effectiveness of current financial disclosure regimes. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/cloned-this-commission-does-not-belong-to-ramaphosa-eff-on-madlanga-extension-ba904c3e-6483-465f-9bc0-f7709212b12f https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/cloned-this-commission-does-not-belong-to-ramaphosa-eff-on-madlanga-extension-ba904c3e-6483-465f-9bc0-f7709212b12f Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:45:16 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:45:16 GMT IOL The EFF has welcomed the extension of the Madlanga Commission but criticised the Presidency for failing to provide clarity on the inquiry's timeline, resources and interim findings. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/road-to-the-quarter-finals-england-and-norways-contrasting-paths-to-the-last-eight-b35300a6-16c2-4b23-8f94-8aee3b3b2c3a https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/road-to-the-quarter-finals-england-and-norways-contrasting-paths-to-the-last-eight-b35300a6-16c2-4b23-8f94-8aee3b3b2c3a Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:58:02 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 06:58:02 GMT IOL England have lived up to expectations to reach another World Cup quarter-final, while Norway have emerged as the tournament's surprise package behind Erling Haaland's goals. Here's how the two sides reached the last eight. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/hugo-broos-confirms-bafana-bafana-departure-but-targets-new-safa-role-51c4a862-2569-419f-ab96-7208c94c5ea9 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/hugo-broos-confirms-bafana-bafana-departure-but-targets-new-safa-role-51c4a862-2569-419f-ab96-7208c94c5ea9 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:48:19 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:48:19 GMT IOL After guiding South Africa to their first-ever World Cup knockout stage appearance, Hugo Broos calls time on his illustrious coaching career ahead of critical July talks in Johannesburg. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/what-to-expect-from-orlando-pirates-kaizer-chiefs-mamelodi-sundowns-european-pre-season-tours-9e094994-43cc-494f-94d1-c8ce5058c2a1 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/what-to-expect-from-orlando-pirates-kaizer-chiefs-mamelodi-sundowns-european-pre-season-tours-9e094994-43cc-494f-94d1-c8ce5058c2a1 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:20:04 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:20:04 GMT IOL Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs, and Mamelodi Sundowns are embarking on European pre-season tours to Spain and Austria, aiming to rectify tactical flaws and secure domestic silverware. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/proteas/exclusive-kagiso-rabada-talks-style-success-and-why-ben-stokes-absence-is-a-sad-day-for-sa-tour-bf370fe8-e0ae-4843-9ed8-8b91830b18ed https://www.iol.co.za/sport/cricket/proteas/exclusive-kagiso-rabada-talks-style-success-and-why-ben-stokes-absence-is-a-sad-day-for-sa-tour-bf370fe8-e0ae-4843-9ed8-8b91830b18ed Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:09:25 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:09:25 GMT IOL It is a testament to both Kagiso Rabada’s physical and mental strength that he delivered his best IPL season in years, finishing with the Purple Cap — awarded to the leading wicket-taker in the competition. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springboks-vs-scotland-five-head-to-heads-that-promise-fireworks-at-loftus-versfeld-0e917f2f-e398-4f16-b885-524f423ee3c1 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springboks-vs-scotland-five-head-to-heads-that-promise-fireworks-at-loftus-versfeld-0e917f2f-e398-4f16-b885-524f423ee3c1 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:49:36 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:49:36 GMT IOL The Springboks and Scotland are set for a thrilling showdown at Loftus Versfeld in the Nations Championship. With both teams making strategic changes, we look at key matchups ahead of the duel. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/kylian-mbappe-delivers-key-injury-update-after-steering-france-past-morocco-at-world-cup-e75627f5-f3e2-47df-a895-f076f41e7f93 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/kylian-mbappe-delivers-key-injury-update-after-steering-france-past-morocco-at-world-cup-e75627f5-f3e2-47df-a895-f076f41e7f93 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:29:41 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:29:41 GMT IOL Despite missing a first-half penalty before opening the scoring against Morocco, the France captain demands absolute focus whilst playing down an ankle injury scare ahead of the Dallas semi-final. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/mohamed-ouahbi-plots-immediate-afcon-redemption-for-morocco-after-world-cup-exit-07da0dbd-5dad-41fc-a8ad-f017d33cc214 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/mohamed-ouahbi-plots-immediate-afcon-redemption-for-morocco-after-world-cup-exit-07da0dbd-5dad-41fc-a8ad-f017d33cc214 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:19:19 GMT Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:19:19 GMT IOL Despite another painful 2-0 semi-final repeat against France in Boston, Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi insists their expanding hotbed of young talent will drive future global success. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/pastors-wife-fraud-trial-delayed-after-co-accused-pleads-guilty-0d2fac34-4716-4951-b445-4466343e5014 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/pastors-wife-fraud-trial-delayed-after-co-accused-pleads-guilty-0d2fac34-4716-4951-b445-4466343e5014 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:15:05 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:15:05 GMT IOL A fraud trial involving a pastor's wife and her family takes an unexpected turn as a co-accused pleads guilty. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/kzn-municipalities-scramble-to-avoid-funding-crisis-after-treasury-withholds-equitable-share-transfers-54666e84-0412-4a85-a55e-c00ce064a4b8 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/kzn-municipalities-scramble-to-avoid-funding-crisis-after-treasury-withholds-equitable-share-transfers-54666e84-0412-4a85-a55e-c00ce064a4b8 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:01:29 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:01:29 GMT IOL The National Treasury has temporarily withheld equitable share transfers to seven municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal due to governance failures, prompting a response from local officials and the provincial Department of Cooperative Governance. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/giants-clash-as-last-three-world-cup-quarter-finals-take-centre-stage-0b56c18d-cfcb-44fb-be57-540d88ce6680 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/giants-clash-as-last-three-world-cup-quarter-finals-take-centre-stage-0b56c18d-cfcb-44fb-be57-540d88ce6680 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:42:18 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:42:18 GMT IOL Reigning champions Argentina, youthful Spain, and Haaland’s lethal Norway headline a blockbuster weekend of World Cup quarter-final action in the United States. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/opinion/saids-holds-the-line-but-proper-doping-policing-in-sa-sport-needs-more-boots-on-the-ground-a5f1d112-88d6-4d06-8920-f4920f55340d https://www.iol.co.za/sport/opinion/saids-holds-the-line-but-proper-doping-policing-in-sa-sport-needs-more-boots-on-the-ground-a5f1d112-88d6-4d06-8920-f4920f55340d Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:00:40 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:00:40 GMT IOL Whilst SAIDS continues to expose high-profile doping infractions through sophisticated targeting, reactive tournament testing is no longer enough to counter the immense corporate pressures placed on teenage athletes. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/lifestyle/total-eclipse-of-the-heart-singer-bonnie-tyler-dies-at-75-3d073eb5-ce55-4ae0-b67e-63c68080a447 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/lifestyle/total-eclipse-of-the-heart-singer-bonnie-tyler-dies-at-75-3d073eb5-ce55-4ae0-b67e-63c68080a447 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:48:50 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:48:50 GMT IOL Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, best known for her powerful, haunting love song " Total Eclipse of the Heart", has died aged 75 in hospital in Portugal, her family announced Thursday. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/the-world-cup-is-not-rigged-for-messi-but-fifa-has-a-credibility-issue-09890799-e9d6-4399-b5c1-35c916bc227d https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/the-world-cup-is-not-rigged-for-messi-but-fifa-has-a-credibility-issue-09890799-e9d6-4399-b5c1-35c916bc227d Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:20:19 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:20:19 GMT IOL While debates swirl around FIFA's alleged bias towards Messi, the real concern lies in the inconsistent officiating and VAR decisions that are overshadowing the tournament's integrity. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/imbokodo/skipper-babalwa-latsha-urges-springbok-women-to-sustain-world-cup-momentum-03bfcef5-7814-44b5-bf3f-8a4f1a400e38 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/imbokodo/skipper-babalwa-latsha-urges-springbok-women-to-sustain-world-cup-momentum-03bfcef5-7814-44b5-bf3f-8a4f1a400e38 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:36:07 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:36:07 GMT IOL SA have retained the core of last year's World Cup quarter-finalists for Saturday's USA rematch, with captain Babalwa Latsha insisting every Test is another opportunity to prove the team's breakthrough was no fluke. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/ramaphosa-extends-madlanga-commission-deadline-to-november-as-high-stakes-corruption-probe-deepens-e23bc60c-1a55-47e2-92e3-d87a0e5c0e5f https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/ramaphosa-extends-madlanga-commission-deadline-to-november-as-high-stakes-corruption-probe-deepens-e23bc60c-1a55-47e2-92e3-d87a0e5c0e5f Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:35:30 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:35:30 GMT IOL President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended the deadline for the Madlanga Commission's final report by more than two months, giving the inquiry until 16 November to complete its work. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/kaizer-chiefs-orlando-pirates-and-mamelodi-sundowns-set-for-thrilling-betway-premiership-opening-day-9b427b12-28e5-47ce-8ae4-f620951dc08b https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/kaizer-chiefs-orlando-pirates-and-mamelodi-sundowns-set-for-thrilling-betway-premiership-opening-day-9b427b12-28e5-47ce-8ae4-f620951dc08b Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:19:46 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:19:46 GMT IOL The leaked 2026/27 Betway Premiership opening fixtures feature South Africa’s " Big Three"—Pirates, Sundowns, and Chiefs—all scheduled for action on August 1 following intensive European pre-seasons. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/durban-fashion-fair-celebrates-15-years-of-empowering-designers-2fedf652-6c9e-4ff0-8de1-643227f22204 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/durban-fashion-fair-celebrates-15-years-of-empowering-designers-2fedf652-6c9e-4ff0-8de1-643227f22204 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:10:26 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:10:26 GMT IOL Discover the 15th edition of the Durban Fashion Fair, celebrating emerging designers and their journeys from sketchbooks to international runways, with applications open until 31 July 2026. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/celebrating-kushela-naidoo-a-triumph-at-the-nedbank-oliver-top-empowerment-awards-c8e36a5f-c6fc-44f1-820d-4e08e9448533 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/celebrating-kushela-naidoo-a-triumph-at-the-nedbank-oliver-top-empowerment-awards-c8e36a5f-c6fc-44f1-820d-4e08e9448533 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:09:59 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:09:59 GMT IOL Kushela Naidoo, a leading entrepreneur from KwaZulu-Natal, has been awarded the Richard Fletcher Entrepreneur of the Year at the 25th Annual Nedbank Oliver Top Empowerment Awards, recognising her commitment to transformation in South Africa. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/siweleles-23-player-exodus-a-necessary-rebuild-or-a-risky-gamble-90658cc9-8395-4ae6-8cf5-c8994e8fa998 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/siweleles-23-player-exodus-a-necessary-rebuild-or-a-risky-gamble-90658cc9-8395-4ae6-8cf5-c8994e8fa998 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:37:05 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:37:05 GMT IOL After a successful debut season in the Betway Premiership, Siwelele FC faces a significant transformation with 23 player departures. This article explores the challenges and strategies ahead for the club as they aim to establish their own identity and compete at a higher level. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/history-beckons-for-springboks-mentor-rassie-erasmus-at-loftus-versfeld-5acc29c3-66d4-4458-93ad-b70b3122ff8a https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/history-beckons-for-springboks-mentor-rassie-erasmus-at-loftus-versfeld-5acc29c3-66d4-4458-93ad-b70b3122ff8a Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:07:09 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:07:09 GMT IOL Rassie Erasmus is poised to become the most-capped Springbok head coach when South Africa faces Scotland at Loftus Versfeld, a milestone that underscores his significant impact on the team as they aim for victory in the Nations Championship. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springbok-womens-coach-swys-de-bruin-backs-hybrid-eloise-webb-to-clip-eagles-wings-at-loftus-d62d5a4d-70cc-40e4-9411-ab4ae1ea9225 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/springbok-womens-coach-swys-de-bruin-backs-hybrid-eloise-webb-to-clip-eagles-wings-at-loftus-d62d5a4d-70cc-40e4-9411-ab4ae1ea9225 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:03:11 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:03:11 GMT IOL Springbok Women's coach has thrown his support behind Eloise Webb to seamlessly replace the rested Byrhandré Dolf at fullback for Saturday's second Test against the US. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/joshua-cheptegeis-durban-return-a-different-proposition-to-eliud-kipchoges-south-african-debut-e4f6cb93-0a51-4e19-8272-8874069f8d74 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/athletics/joshua-cheptegeis-durban-return-a-different-proposition-to-eliud-kipchoges-south-african-debut-e4f6cb93-0a51-4e19-8272-8874069f8d74 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:44:11 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:44:11 GMT IOL Eliud Kipchoge came to South Africa to inspire. Joshua Cheptegei arrives in Durban this weekend with victory, records and the strongest 10km field ever assembled on African soil firmly in his sights. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/game-day-five-key-tactical-battles-to-watch-in-france-v-morocco-world-cup-2026-macth-4bf936f7-893e-42d1-ad06-2574b0900a9f https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/game-day-five-key-tactical-battles-to-watch-in-france-v-morocco-world-cup-2026-macth-4bf936f7-893e-42d1-ad06-2574b0900a9f Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:37:11 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:37:11 GMT IOL The quarter final between France and Morocco promises to be one of the standout matches of the 2026 World Cup, especially given the form each team is in. While France boast frightening attacking firepower, Morocco have combined defensive resilience with a new generation of technically gifted players under Mohamed Ouhabi. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/friendship-on-hold-as-springboks-wilco-louw-takes-aim-at-pierre-schoeman-in-scotland-scrum-test-f61252d6-ae8c-4e79-8e65-96f32a2c1f0e https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/springboks/friendship-on-hold-as-springboks-wilco-louw-takes-aim-at-pierre-schoeman-in-scotland-scrum-test-f61252d6-ae8c-4e79-8e65-96f32a2c1f0e Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:57:54 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:57:54 GMT IOL Wilco Louw is set to reignite his front row rivalry with Pierre Schoeman as the Springboks face Scotland in a crucial Nations Championship clash at Loftus Versfeld this Saturday. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/were-tired-of-explaining-march-and-march-rejects-xenophobia-claims-as-kzn-campaign-expands-68afde49-8cd5-41d5-ba14-92ebda02d8d2 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/news/were-tired-of-explaining-march-and-march-rejects-xenophobia-claims-as-kzn-campaign-expands-68afde49-8cd5-41d5-ba14-92ebda02d8d2 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:55:56 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:55:56 GMT IOL March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma says the movement is tired of defending itself against accusations of xenophobia. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/why-was-he-a-free-agent-legend-tshepo-masilela-questions-chiefs-new-goalkeeper-signing-af27632a-b7ff-46fc-92b8-d330b753a146 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/why-was-he-a-free-agent-legend-tshepo-masilela-questions-chiefs-new-goalkeeper-signing-af27632a-b7ff-46fc-92b8-d330b753a146 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:45:17 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:45:17 GMT IOL Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Tshepo Masilela remains unconvinced by the arrival of Renaldo Leaner, questioning why Sekhukhune United let him leave for free and warning that a current Amakhosi keeper will have to be axed. https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/da-under-pressure-to-discipline-john-steenhuisen-as-internal-revolt-erupts-over-public-criticism-755073bb-9ab8-41ee-94b8-740bff141951 https://www.iol.co.za/dailynews/da-under-pressure-to-discipline-john-steenhuisen-as-internal-revolt-erupts-over-public-criticism-755073bb-9ab8-41ee-94b8-740bff141951 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:42:00 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:42:00 GMT IOL The Democratic Alliance (DA) is facing mounting pressure from within its own ranks to institute disciplinary action against former party leader John Steenhuisen after his explosive public criticism of the party and its leadership. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/international/nations-championship-rennie-shakes-up-all-blacks-while-schmidt-hands-rookie-wallabies-start-497a1928-0b3b-481d-8a57-9a9dee9508b4 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/international/nations-championship-rennie-shakes-up-all-blacks-while-schmidt-hands-rookie-wallabies-start-497a1928-0b3b-481d-8a57-9a9dee9508b4 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:38:48 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:38:48 GMT IOL New Zealand coach Dave Rennie has made five changes to face Italy, while Australia boss Joe Schmidt admits to being " apprehensive" after naming rookie Declan Meredith at fly-half against France. https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/world-cup-2026-historic-spain-put-watertight-clean-sheet-record-on-the-line-against-belgium-539c1c9a-b8dd-4e4e-8c4a-fe6a8bbb1e72 https://www.iol.co.za/fifa-world-cup-2026/updates/world-cup-2026-historic-spain-put-watertight-clean-sheet-record-on-the-line-against-belgium-539c1c9a-b8dd-4e4e-8c4a-fe6a8bbb1e72 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:24:45 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:24:45 GMT IOL Belgium face the formidable task of breaking down a Spain side that has become the first in history to record six consecutive World Cup clean sheets heading into the quarter-finals. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/arnold-ndamase-resumes-duties-as-king-misuzulus-private-secretary-after-zulus-resignation-afa2b8a6-46f6-4bb6-bd04-11ee8d712c97 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/arnold-ndamase-resumes-duties-as-king-misuzulus-private-secretary-after-zulus-resignation-afa2b8a6-46f6-4bb6-bd04-11ee8d712c97 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:13:00 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:13:00 GMT IOL The resignation of Prince Khishwangubani Zulu raises questions about the internal dynamics of King Misuzulu's office as Arnold Ndamase resumes his role as private secretary. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/exclusive-third-time-lucky-veteran-ernst-middendorp-set-for-extraordinary-durban-city-return-a8dcc9dc-f5c1-4a66-beb8-9910f9f985ed https://www.iol.co.za/sport/soccer/psl/exclusive-third-time-lucky-veteran-ernst-middendorp-set-for-extraordinary-durban-city-return-a8dcc9dc-f5c1-4a66-beb8-9910f9f985ed Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:15 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:15 GMT IOL Experienced German tactician Ernst Middendorp is in advanced talks to return to Durban City for the third time in just 12 months ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup campaign. https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/international/finn-russell-headlines-scotland-changes-for-springbok-showdown-at-loftus-748925b6-89e9-47b2-9ea8-c73e1ea8f028 https://www.iol.co.za/sport/rugby/international/finn-russell-headlines-scotland-changes-for-springbok-showdown-at-loftus-748925b6-89e9-47b2-9ea8-c73e1ea8f028 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:34:44 GMT Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:34:44 GMT IOL Finn Russell's return to Scotland's starting XV brings hope as they face the formidable Springboks in a crucial Nations Championship clash in Pretoria.