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June 13, 2026

FIFA WORLD CUP: Unleash Bafana's star players

THE cat was right! A furry wonder named “Nimbus the King” had already predicted Bafana Bafana’s fate even before a ball was kicked at the Estadio Azteca, in Mexico City, in Thursday’s opening match of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico.

2 mins

FAMILY, CARTRACK REACH CONSENSUS

GCINA Dhladhla’s family is asking for calm as public anger builds over her death at Cartrack and has invited the company’s staff and management to attend her funeral today.

3 mins

The politics of moving the line

MY DOG Milo sleeps in the house. She didn’t always.

3 mins

Shakira's performance ignites viral impersonator claims

THERE was plenty to take in at the 2026 Fifa World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City, but the internet had other priorities entirely.

1 mins

Tyla, Mzansi Youth Choir shine at opening ceremony

SOUTH Africa had its own moment in the spotlight before Bafana Bafana even kicked a ball at the 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Mexico.

1 mins

‘Constellations’ — A trip through love and fate

TITLE: Constellations Director: Jay Pather Starring: Mark Elderkin, Mwenya Kabwe Venue: Baxter Theatre until June 20 Rating: ★★★★☆

1 mins

Vusi Nova drops new single, 'Thandeka

ACCLAIMED South African Afro-soul artist Vusi Nova has officially released his brand-new single, \"Thandeka,\" through Nova Sounds, adding another compelling chapter to his celebrated musical journey

1 mins

Celebrities unite to back Bafana in Mexico clash

SOUTH African celebrities showed their unwavering support for Bafana Bafana as the national team kicked off their 2026 Fifa World Cup campaign against Mexico on Thursday.

2 mins

Overloaded bus with 104 passengers intercepted en route to Malawi

LIMPOPO traffic officers have intercepted an overloaded bus carrying 104 passengers on the N1 North near Botlokwa Capricorn Plaza, far exceeding its legal capacity of 60.

1 mins

Government says Lesufi's World Cup trip was privately funded

THE Gauteng provincial government has clarified that Premier Panyaza Lesufi accepted only stadium access tickets from Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie for the match between Bafana Bafana and Mexico of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

2 mins

Tiffany Meek murder trial postponed until August

THE trial against murder accused Tiffany Meek, which barely kicked off, was postponed for two months.

1 mins

Police seize Broncleer, Stillpain, and Painagon syrup in illegal drug raid

A POLICE raid in Zola 3, Soweto on Thursday led to the discovery and seizure of a large consignment of prescription medication intended for illegal distribution.

1 mins

Urgent interdict to stop impeachment process

PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has launched an urgent court bid to halt Parliament’s impeachment process linked to the Phala Phala scandal.

1 mins

Comrades Marathon prize purse tops R8.2m

THE Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has announced a total prize purse of more than R8.2 million for the 2026 Comrades Marathon, representing a 10% increase on the previous year's rewards.

2 mins

Viral flea market teeth video leaves internet in stitches

I CAME across a video from Milnerton Flea Market, and it has been living rent-free in my head ever since.

1 mins

Delivering baby reignites dream of becoming a paramedic

A 21-YEAR-OLD petrol attendant at Shell Zevenwacht Mall said helping a mother deliver her baby has reaffirmed his lifelong dream of becoming a paramedic, after months of battling financial hardship and contemplating whether he should abandon his ambitions.

2 mins

Krugersdorp father's heartbreak as 8-year-old son and newborn die

TWO sons, one day, and an unimaginable loss.

4 mins

Corlett Drive precinct steps up clean-ups

THE Corlett Drive Improvement Precinct (CDIP) says its urban renewal model is gaining momentum, with daily clean-ups, security interventions and community events already producing visible results along the Johannesburg corridor.

1 mins

Gauteng recyclers honoured for recycling innovation

GAUTENG recyclers and community-based initiatives have been among the standout winners at the 2026 Petco Awards, with projects in Orange Farm, Alexandra, Diepsloot, Roodepoort and Johannesburg recognised for their impact on recycling, education and job creation.

2 mins

'Breaking Down Borders Africa' recognised on world stage

THE South African travelogue series Breaking Down Borders Africa has won a silver International Telly Award in the Best Travel and Tourism Television Series category.

1 mins

SA innovators targeted in new Go Healthy with Taiwan 2026 campaign

SOUTH African innovators, entrepreneurs, universities, NGOs, healthcare professionals, researchers, sports scientists and community leaders have been invited to submit proposals under the newly-launched Go Healthy with Taiwan 2026 campaign.

2 mins

SA photographer praised in World Food Photography Awards

A SOUTH African photographer, Louhani Els, has been recognised in the World Food Photography Awards, which drew nearly 9 000 entries from more than 50 countries.

1 mins

SAFE ALTERNATIVE: Gauteng health urges boys and men to get free circumcisions

THE Gauteng Department of Health has launched its annual winter circumcision drive, urging boys and men across the province to take advantage of free Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) services offered at public healthcare facilities.

1 mins

Malaria gains ground amid climate change

IN A REMOTE South African village, Paulina Mhlongo sits in the yard as health workers in green protective gear move briskly through her home, soaking the walls with anti-mosquito insecticide.

3 mins

Soweto uprising legacy still shadows SA

HALF a century after an uprising that helped bring down apartheid in South Africa, little remains on the streets of Soweto to mark the blood spilled there.

3 mins

Inside the world of Orania’s new generation

A GENERATION has grown up in the closed world of Orania, South Africa's whites-only Afrikaner enclave on the margins of the \"rainbow nation\" that this year celebrates its 35th anniversary.

3 mins

DEMOCRATIC POWER PLAY: Queues reflect the rise of the influencer economy

SATURDAYS in Greenwich Village require contending with the lines. Starting at 9am, you see blocks-long queues of people waiting for all sorts of things: bagels, pastries, pizza, soggy sandwiches, premium frozen yoghurt with candy on it. Even if you don't want to, you will get swept up in a line, because they take over the sidewalks.

3 mins

UNLOCKING POTENTIAL: How young South Africans can navigate the job market

YOUTH Month often focuses on South Africa's high levels of youth unemployment, reflecting the ongoing difficulty many young people face when trying to enter the workforce, even after completing school or tertiary studies.

2 mins

VICTORY FOR RESIDENTS: Court compels the state to address infrastructure failures

RESIDENTS across South Africa face chronic infrastructure failures.

5 mins

India summons US envoy over ship attacks

INDIA summoned a senior US diplomat yesterday for a second time in two days, after American strikes on three largely Indian-crewed merchant vessels off Oman killed three Indians.

1 mins

Two cabinet ministers quit in UK defence spending row

BRITAIN’S defence and armed forces ministers quit on Thursday in a row over military spending, piling pressure on beleaguered Prime Minister Keir Starmer who is facing calls to step down.

2 mins

No new clashes after violent protests over brutal stabbing

POLICE arrested 16 people during a second night of disorder in Northern Ireland sparked by a brutal Belfast stabbing, but there were no new clashes on Thursday evening.

3 mins

Iran insists on nuclear rights

IRAN insisted yesterday on its right to enrich uranium and maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz under any deal with the US, after President Donald Trump said a draft accord was ready.

3 mins

The oddly perfect refuge for Iran's World Cup soccer team: Tijuana

THE three SUVs pulled into the gas station parking lot, one after the other, Iranian flags taped onto the hoods and fluttering from the windows.

2 mins

Wealthy soccer fans prepare for extravagant experiences

FOR the average soccer fan, the quest for 2026 World Cup tickets started last year when FIFA opened its Kafkaesque lottery system. Millions submitted bids as fast as their fingers could type in hopes of securing a reasonably priced seat to the world’s biggest sporting tournament, then waited months to learn the outcome of their applications.

4 mins

How Arsenal's unused socks are helping donkeys

IT MUST be one of the most brilliant pieces of accidental upcycling in sports history. Who knew elite Premier League tech was the missing puzzle piece in equine veterinary care?

2 mins

Players and officials being detained or barred entry

SOME World Cup players and team staff are being questioned or outright barred from entering the United States, angering their fans and heightening concerns about how immigration enforcement will be carried out during one of the world’s most international sporting events.

1 mins

Learner selected for indoor netball squad

A LEARNER from Reddford House Northcliff is one step closer to fulfilling a dream after being selected for the South African U14 Indoor Netball Squad following an impressive performance at the IPT tournament.

2 mins

South Africa's top misspelled words revealed

AS SPELLING Bee season approaches, an analysis of Google search data has revealed the most commonly misspelled words in South Africa for 2026.

1 mins

Turning mentorship into youth leadership

AT 17, Westlake matric learner Diego Cornelius is balancing school leadership roles with running his own youth development initiative aimed at helping other young people pursue their ambitions.

2 mins

Teen wins top engineering award at IMSEF

SOUTH African high school learner Connor Kinnes, 17, has achieved monumental international success, sweeping both the First Place and Best Project awards in the Engineering category at the prestigious 1923 International Mathematics, Science, and Engineering Fair (IMSEF) in Izmir, Türkiye.

1 mins

Schoolgirl lands principal role in ballet production

AT AN age when most teenagers are still discovering their passions, 14-year-old Reddam House Bedfordview learner Unathi Nkuta has already achieved a milestone many aspiring dancers spend years working towards.

3 mins

Four reasons to volunteer

VOLUNTEERING helps those most in need — but it could benefit you and your career as well.

2 mins

Inclusive workplaces drive growth and innovation

IN a constantly changing and competitive world, organisations that foster inclusive workspaces will have a long-term future.

3 mins

Human support critical in youth unemployment interventions

AS South Africa marks Youth Month, a new policy brief is challenging the way the country thinks about youth unemployment.

3 mins

Financial strain driving consumers to bet

MOMENTUM Group Foundation has warned about gambling revenue increasing with more financially strained consumers turning to gambling.

2 mins

Why financially savvy South Africans are delaying investment decisions

MANY South Africans understand the importance of investing, follow financial news closely and regularly consume personal finance content. Yet an increasing number are failing to take the first step towards building long term wealth.

2 mins

When the contract ends and the bills don't

WHEN a major contract suddenly fell away at the start of 2024, one South African freelancer saw his monthly income collapse almost overnight.

3 mins

Five myths that could hurt your finances

MANY South Africans assume that having medical aid means that the full cost of private healthcare will be covered.

3 mins

First paycheque trap: how to outsmart lifestyle creep

LANDING your first job and watching that initial salary clear into your bank account is a satisfying milestone.

2 mins

Common money mistakes that affect long term security

IF YOU'RE in a room of 17 colleagues, only one of you (6%) is likely to retire comfortably, shows the 10X Retirement Reality Report.

3 mins

Why the first 90 days after resignation or retrenchment matter most

SOUTH African professionals facing sudden career transitions, such as resignation or retrenchment, are at a critical financial crossroads where the first 90 days can determine their long-term financial security.

3 mins

Insurance myths young people still believe — debunked

YOUNG South Africans are more digitally connected and information-savvy than any generation before them.

2 mins

10 proven ways young South Africans can earn money online

WITH youth unemployment remaining one of South Africa's most pressing economic challenges, an increasing number of young people are turning to the digital economy to generate income, build skills and create new opportunities.

4 mins

TROUBLE BREWING?: Andile and Tamia Mpisane: speculation of a split after four years

ANDILE Mpisane surprised South Africa in December 2021 by marrying Tamia Louw in an unexpected ceremony following a sudden proposal.

1 mins

CROWN TO COAST: Lalela Mswane teases her secret weapon for ‘Tropika Island of Treasure’

FORMER Miss South Africa and Miss Supranational winner Lalela Mswane is no stranger to competition, but this time she is stepping away from the pageant stage and into a completely different environment.

2 mins

JUSTICE DLEAYED, LIVES DESTROYED: Inside “The Murder of Rachel Nickell” documentary

I WATCH a lot of true crime. Like many people, I am fascinated by the psychology, the investigations and the search for justice.

2 mins

COMFORT IN A CRUST: Bread pudding recipe that turns stale bread into ultimate winter dessert

BREAD has a way of hanging around a little longer than planned. One day it's fresh and perfect for sandwiches, and a few days later it's sitting on the counter looking past its best.

1 mins

Jennifer Garner's parenting rule every working mom needs to hear

JENNIFER Garner recently opened up about her parenting journey in an exclusive interview with InStyle, and her perspective is a breath of fresh air for anyone drowning in the demands of modern family life.

3 mins

Petzer takes on Comrades from the sidelines

AS THOUSANDS of runners tie their laces for the 2026 Comrades Marathon on Sunday, June 14, South Africa is preparing for its favourite annual tearjerker.

3 mins

YOUTH MONTH: Why this ‘clichéd’ SA landmark tops a Generation-Z content creator’s guide

IN CELEBRATION of Youth Month, I wanted to explore how the legacy of June 16 shapes the way the younger generation sees the world today.

3 mins

FOOTLOOSE: Seoul takes top spot as the world’s most walkable city

THERE are myriad ways to experience a city - by rail, guided bus tours, as well as by air and sea. However, first prize for me is a walking tour by yourself or with a guide.

2 mins

NO VISA, NO EXCUSES: 5 Asian countries for South Africans without the paperwork headache

IF YOU have been dreaming about an Asian getaway but the thought of visa applications, embassy appointments and endless paperwork keeps putting you off, there is good news.

3 mins

SA’s market rockets, Europe maintains dominance

EUROPE has strengthened its position as the world’s fastest-growing major electric vehicle market, with new figures from the International Energy Agency (IEA) showing EV sales increased by more than 30% across the continent in 2025.

2 mins

Supercar debuts with radical looks and 736kW, 10 000rpm hybrid system

CALL it an R8 successor on steroids if you will, the new Audi Nuvolari will be the Ingolstadt brand’s fastest and most powerful production car ever when it debuts during the first half of next year.

2 mins

Mini: thrilling go-kart spirit but grown-up performance

IN A world dominated by SUVs, small turbocharged engines and glass screens its a good feeling to get behind the wheel of a pocket rocket hatchback.

3 mins

Edgy new RAV4 lands, and with more models

THE Toyota RAV4 was an early pioneer of the compact SUV segment back in the mid-1990s, when it was still technically a compact vehicle.

4 mins

GROUP C: Brazil, Morocco looking for fast starts

GROUP C is one of the most intriguing sections of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing together a global powerhouse, Africa's most tactically refined side, a Caribbean underdog and a European nation returning after a long absence.

2 mins

Iran to touch down just 24 hours before opening game

IRAN’S footballers took to the training pitch in front of journalists on Thursday at their temporary base camp in Mexico, offering a brief glimpse into a squad whose World Cup campaign has been heavily clouded by geopolitical conflict with the United States.

1 mins

McLaren's Norris pips Russell in second Barcelona F1 practice

LANDO Norris edged fellow Briton George Russell by just 0.009s to top second practice yesterday for the Barcelona-Catalunya Formula One Grand Prix.

2 mins

Desabre targets World Cup glory

SEBASTIEN Desabre, head coach of the World Cup debutants from the Ebola-hit Democratic Republic of Congo, stated he hoped his resilient squad would put up a “good showing” after they were finally granted entry to the United States on Thursday.

1 mins

Japan icon Endo ruled out of World Cup

JAPAN captain Wataru Endo has been ruled out of the FIFA World Cup due to a persistent foot injury and announced his immediate retirement from international football on Thursday, just three days before his side’s Group F opener against the Netherlands.

2 mins

Faf hungry for more as Bok door reopens ahead of Test season

VETERAN Springbok scrumhalf Faf de Klerk is determined to prove that he still belongs at international level should the world champions call on him during the upcoming season.

2 mins

No room for complacency as Bulls target Leinster scrum, fast start in final

THE Bulls won't arrive at Croke Park in Dublin on Friday evening thinking they already have the ascendancy in the scrums, even if that is one of the areas they will look to target Leinster in the United Rugby Championship (URC) final.

2 mins

New Zealand's Williamson retires from international cricket

KANE Williamson, New Zealand’s most prolific run-scorer and arguably their greatest-ever batsman, announced his immediate retirement from international cricket yesterday, bringing down the curtain on a legendary career in the middle of the Black Caps’ Test series against England.

2 mins

Fearless Khonkhobe issues defiant warning to Comrades rivals

ONALENNA Khonkhobe may have arrived at Thursday’s elite athletes’ press conference armed with a joke, but there is little doubt that one of South Africa's most exciting ultramarathon talents is being taken deadly seriously ahead of tomorrow's Comrades Marathon.

2 mins

Kolbe on returning to Cape Town and Stormers

THE return of Cheslin Kolbe to Cape Town is about far more than rugby.

3 mins

South Korea weather Czech storm

SOUTH Korea got their FIFA World Cup campaign off to a winning start by edging out Czechia 2-1 on Thursday, after finally converting their overwhelming dominance into second-half goals.

1 mins

Red flags all round as Bafana Bafana falter in opener

BAFANA Bafana stuttered in their start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, losing 2-0 to co-host Mexico at Azteca Stadium on Thursday.

2 mins

Where Broos' Bafana Bafana plan fell apart

BAFANA Bafana’s World Cup opener against Mexico was meant to be a controlled exercise in structure and patience. Instead, it became a tactical collapse that exposed the limits of Hugo Broos’ system under extreme pressure.

2 mins

Furious Broos slams referee

BAFANA Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has lamented a critical, game-changing refereeing decision during his side’s FIFA World Cup opening match, after South Africa suffered a bruising 2-0 defeat against co-hosts Mexico at a deafening Estadio Azteca.

1 mins

Experimental tactics failed: bring back the Bafana we know

WE MIGHT need to recall Hugo Broos's very first press conference to understand his highly experimental approach with Bafana Bafana on Thursday.

3 mins

Proteas Women riding wave of belief into World Cup opener

THE Proteas Women will begin their quest for a first T20 World Cup title against Australia today, with captain Laura Wolvaardt insisting her side's growing belief can match the challenge posed by one of the game's most formidable opponents.

2 mins

Rassie prioritises winning momentum

THE Springboks are 16 months away from the World Cup in Australia, but Rassie Erasmus won't sacrifice winning on the altar of planning.

2 mins

Wiersma driven by unfinished business

DEFENDING Up Run champion Piet Wiersma believes he will be in the best physical shape of his life when he lines up for tomorrow’s 99th edition of the Comrades Marathon, motivated by intense unfinished business stretching back over the past two years.

2 mins

Pollard urges teammates to embrace the final experience

BULLS flyhalf Handre Pollard believes the way his team overcame early-season adversity is their biggest weapon going into the United Rugby Championship final against Leinster on June 19.

2 mins

Williams explains Broos' surprise formation switch

BAFANA Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has defended Hugo Broos’ decision to change South Africa's formation for their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Mexico, insisting the tactical switch was not responsible for the 2-0 defeat.

2 mins

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Saturday Star Description:

Éditeur: Independent-Media-Newspapers

Catégorie: Newspaper

Langue: English

Fréquence: Weekly

The Saturday Star is an indispensable weekend read. It includes hard news from across the country, the best weekend sports coverage, great features, travel, and entertainment news. The paper is a perfect read for a time-pressed, spoilt-for-choice weekend reader. The Saturday Star remains the best-selling Saturday paper in the country. The ﬁrst section comprises local news, international news, local and international celebrity gossip. The second section starts with Canvas Life. Opinion and analysis, business, property, media and marketing and letters make up the balance of the second section, with great sport coverage on the back pages. For those concerned about money the best advice for your ﬁnancial future can be found in Personal Finance. There are also a number of supplements in the Saturday Star: Travel, 48 Hours, Property Guide and School Sport.