
Bafana Bafana Receive Hero's Welcome After Historic World Cup Run
South Africa's national team celebrated a historic achievement by advancing past the World Cup group stage for the first time, returning home to a hero's welcome.

South Africa has confirmed it will not compensate Nigerians who evacuated the country amid anti-migrant unrest, with authorities stating that properties left behind, particularly in informal settlements or acquired illegally, do not qualify for reimbursement.
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South Africa's national team celebrated a historic achievement by advancing past the World Cup group stage for the first time, returning home to a hero's welcome.

A South African court has rejected Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala’s agreed eight-year plea deal on fraud and corruption charges, with the magistrate proposing a 12-year prison sentence instead.

South Korea announced a massive $500 billion semiconductor investment to meet surging AI demand, while China added 20 Japanese organizations to its export blacklist, escalating regional tech tensions.

Novak Djokovic advanced to the third round of Wimbledon 2026 with a dominant straight-sets victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas, delivering what BBC Sport described as a 'vintage display.'

An aircraft that made an emergency landing on a road in Delta State did not suffer mechanical failure, according to Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo. The pilots mistook the road for a runway.

Witness Tumelo Nku is expected to resume his testimony at the Madlanga Commission after his appearance was cut short. He requested an opportunity to supplement his initial statement.

Newly appointed Deputy Minister of Higher Education Yusuf Cassim pledges to prioritize the stabilization of NSFAS and Setas to improve access and reform the sector.

Belgium overturned a 2-0 deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 in dramatic fashion, with Youri Tielemans scoring a late penalty in extra time to secure a place in the World Cup last 16.

Belgium overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time, with Youri Tielemans scoring a 125th-minute penalty to secure a place in the World Cup last 16.

England advanced to the last 16 of the World Cup after a 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo, sealed by two late goals from captain Harry Kane.

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a club-record £100 million deal with Newcastle United to sign midfielder Sandro Tonali, pending medical and contract finalization.

The All Progressives Congress has dropped former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam and 25 other candidates from its final list for the National Assembly, with replacements named in key constituencies.

The Nigerian government will evacuate 271 nationals from South Africa on Friday in a third-phase repatriation effort, following xenophobic tensions and nationwide protests in the country.

The Nigerian government has announced plans to seek compensation from South Africa for citizens who were forced to abandon homes and businesses due to anti-immigrant violence.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Dina Pule as minister of social development, sparking backlash from political parties and civil society due to her 2013 dismissal over unethical conduct.

Former Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Uche Nnaji was arrested by the ICPC on 1 July 2026 at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, over allegations of forging his UNN degree and NYSC discharge certificate.

Harry Kane delivers a defining performance for England in a tightly contested FIFA World Cup match against DR Congo, hailed as his most significant moment in an England jersey.

Two Russian climbers reached the summit of the Empire State Building to unveil a marriage proposal banner, remaining atop the 1,454-foot skyscraper for over ten minutes before being arrested.