Where is the R500 million spaza support fund? As public outrage simmers over foreign-owned spaza shops that do not comply with safety regulations, questions have once again been raised over government’s slow-moving pace in the disbursement of the R500 million spaza shop fund. The fund, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in November 2024, was officially…
Hugo Broos’ men looked to settle into the contest but were punished early after losing possession in their own half, with Julian Quiñones capitalising on a mistake by midfielder Siphephelo Sithole to break the deadlock after just nine minutes. The task became even tougher in the second half after two red cards reduced them to…
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos does not seem to regret his controversial tactical approach during his side’s 2-0 defeat to Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. The Belgian tactician left many surprised when he started the game using an unfamiliar 3-5-2 system dominated by defensive players, a move many believe handed…
Former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune did not hide his disappointment with how the team started their opening World Cup match, where they were defeated 2-0 by Mexico. Bafana failed to create goal-scoring opportunities and ultimately only managed two shots on goal. Khune did not mince his words, placing the blame on coach Hugo Broos’…
Newzroom Afrika’s Iindaba Zethu weather presenter Dicksy Mdlalose was hijacked and kidnapped in Sunnyside, Pretoria, on Friday evening and held until the early hours of Saturday morning, he confirmed. According to Mdlalose, who’s also a musician, the incident occurred around 20h30 on 5 June 2026. He said he was held captive until about 02h00 on…
South African superfan Joy “Mama Joy” Chauke has landed in Mexico, bringing her trademark passion and energy to support Bafana Bafana ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener. The 47-year-old, widely regarded as one of the nation’s most dedicated football supporters, touched down in the country on Wednesday, June 10, ready to cheer the…
