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Right-wing politics

Why have US-South Africa relations soured?

Cyril Ramaphosa criticized global right-wing forces, particularly Trump, amid deteriorating South Africa-US relations and a shift towards BRICS countries.
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago
Arts

The South African Pavilion Is Betraying Its Own History

South Africa's Arts and Culture Minister canceled Gabrielle Goliath's Venice Biennale piece, contradicting government policy and prompting the selection committee's protest against censorship.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Why have US-South Africa relations soured?

Cyril Ramaphosa criticized global right-wing forces, particularly Trump, amid deteriorating South Africa-US relations and a shift towards BRICS countries.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Motsepe at a crossroads as Afcon row and Wafcon cancellation puts reputations at risk | Osasu Obayiuwana

Motsepe will have to show leadership to find a solution to a problem which I think cannot be solved by legal means alone, an executive committee member told me on Sunday after the committee meeting.
France politics
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
5 days ago

South Africa 1-2 Panama: Defensive duo Cordoba and Ramos strike to boost momentum - Soccer News

Panama secured a 2-1 victory over South Africa, showcasing their readiness for the 2026 World Cup.
Arts
fromVogue
5 days ago

In Tribeca, a Pillar of Cape Town's Artistic Community Finds New Ground

Southern Guild opens a new gallery in Tribeca, New York, after learning from its previous Los Angeles location, emphasizing fresh energy and confidence.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Football Daily | From Vindaloo to AI hellscapes: the unofficial World Cup songs are coming

Vindaloo became a hit World Cup song, leading to a trend of unofficial football anthems, some created by fans and others by celebrities.
AC Milan
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Argentina to start Lionel Messi for Zambia friendly at La Bombonera

Lionel Messi will start in the friendly against Zambia, as confirmed by manager Lionel Scaloni.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

DR Congo beat Jamaica to reach World Cup via intercontinental finals

DR Congo qualifies for FIFA World Cup 2026 after a 1-0 win against Jamaica, with Axel Tuanzebe scoring the decisive goal in extra time.
#senegal
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Senegal parade Afcon trophy at Stade de France in defiance at being stripped of title

Senegal paraded the Africa Cup of Nations trophy despite being stripped of the title, asserting their belief in being champions regardless of the controversy.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

South Africa was on the cutting edge of LGBTQ+ equality. Why hasn't it banned conversion therapy? - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy has damaging effects on transgender individuals, and Africa's historical acceptance of queer identities contrasts sharply with current intolerance.
English Premier League
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

George backs Borthwick to lead England at World Cup and takes aim at South Africa

England captain Jamie George believes his team can compete with world champion South Africa in July and could be World Cup favorites if Steve Borthwick remains head coach, despite a disappointing four-match losing streak.
#gang-violence
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Light in this darkness': communities push back against Cape Town gang culture

Cape Flats townships experience devastating gang violence that destroys families, yet community members like Lindy Jacobs persist in creating positive change through youth programs and sports initiatives despite personal tragedy.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Light in this darkness': communities push back against Cape Town gang culture

Cape Flats townships experience devastating gang violence that destroys families, yet community members like Lindy Jacobs persist in creating positive change through youth programs and sports initiatives despite personal tragedy.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

ICC rejects bias claims from stranded South Africa, West Indies cricketers

West Indies and South Africa squads faced week-long delays leaving India after T20 World Cup elimination while England departed within two days, prompting accusations of unequal ICC treatment.
#south-africa-crime-crisis
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why South Africa is sending soldiers into cities

South Africa experiences approximately 64 daily homicides across the country, with gang violence and organized crime concentrated in densely populated townships like Mitchells Plain, prompting military deployment to combat illegal mining and crime.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why South Africa is sending soldiers to cities

South Africa experiences approximately 64 daily homicides, with military deployment to Gauteng province aimed at combating organized crime and illegal mining amid widespread gang violence and poverty.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why South Africa is sending soldiers into cities

South Africa experiences approximately 64 daily homicides across the country, with gang violence and organized crime concentrated in densely populated townships like Mitchells Plain, prompting military deployment to combat illegal mining and crime.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why South Africa is sending soldiers to cities

South Africa experiences approximately 64 daily homicides, with military deployment to Gauteng province aimed at combating organized crime and illegal mining amid widespread gang violence and poverty.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Breakdown | Fiji and the beautiful south reveal rugby's soul but northern money talks loudest

Southern hemisphere players significantly impact European rugby, enhancing player development and altering the competitive landscape.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Eritrea to end 18-year AFCON isolation by playing Eswatini in qualifier

Eritrea will end 18 years of isolation from the Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday when they host Eswatini in the Moroccan city of Meknes in the first qualifier for the 2027 tournament.
Soccer (FIFA)
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Segregation': Multimillion-dollar crime wall causes uproar in S Africa

Cape Town's proposed N2 highway wall to combat crime highlights inequality, as residents lack basic services while authorities fund security infrastructure instead of housing and sanitation improvements.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

South Africa summons new US ambassador over undiplomatic remarks'

South Africa summoned the US ambassador over claims of white persecution that the government denies, escalating tensions between Pretoria and Washington under Trump's administration.
#t20-world-cup
World news
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

India news: India set for New Zealand clash in T20 final

India hosts T20 World Cup final against New Zealand while an Iranian warship docks in Kochi due to technical issues amid Middle East tensions.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

India news: India set for New Zealand clash in T20 final

India hosts T20 World Cup final against New Zealand while an Iranian warship docks in Kochi due to technical issues amid Middle East tensions.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lewis Hamilton sets sights on racing in an African grand prix before retiring

Lewis Hamilton advocates for African independence from European control and pursues establishing a Formula One grand prix on the continent.
English Premier League
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

South Africa v New Zealand: T20 World Cup cricket semi-final live

South Africa and New Zealand compete in a Cricket World Cup semi-final, with both teams seeking their first World Cup title after combined losses in four finals and 17 semi-finals.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

'Value of African football' to drop after AFCON final u-turn

We will contact our lawyers and file an appeal. We will stop at nothing. The law is on our side. This decision is a disgrace for Africa. The timing is really bad. CAF should have taken a decision earlier, quicker. The situation has only rotted more and more.
Soccer (FIFA)
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

South Africa's president calls Trump's policy to offer refuge to white Afrikaners racist'

South African President Ramaphosa criticizes Trump's refugee policy for white Afrikaners as racist, citing Trump's false claims about white genocide and land seizure in South Africa.
English Premier League
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

T20 World Cup semifinal: Unbeaten South Africa fresh' for New Zealand

South Africa enters the T20 World Cup semifinal unbeaten, facing New Zealand at Eden Gardens with captain Aiden Markram emphasizing their group-stage victory holds no bearing on the knockout match.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

RFU set to confirm radical revamp for English rugby

English rugby's Premier League will separate from the pyramid, scrapping immediate promotion and relegation while expanding from 10 to 12 teams by 2030 based on revised financial, commercial, and performance criteria.
San Francisco 49ers
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Where Spectacle Meets Soul: A Month in Global Sport - San Francisco Bay Times

Sport functions both as entertainment spectacle and as a vehicle for revealing human connection, authenticity, and community impact across different athletic contexts.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

A dangerous thing': S Africa's gang-ridden townships fear army deployment

Whether it's day or whether it's night, they're shooting somewhere on the Cape Flats. Around him, residents made their way to a home-grown tuck shop, known as a spaza, or sat on street corners while toddlers ran about. How is this conducive to raising children? he asked, recounting the horrors of life in Mitchells Plain.
World politics
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We back ourselves in one-offs': Black Caps plan revenge against South Africa

New Zealand advances to the World Cup semi-finals against South Africa after Pakistan fails to defeat them by the required margin, while South Africa remains unbeaten despite their earlier group-stage victory over the Black Caps.
English Premier League
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 month ago

T20 World Cup: South Africa vs New Zealand - Preview, how to watch, team news and prediction

South Africa faces New Zealand in the T20 World Cup semi-final as unbeaten favorites, having won all five previous tournament meetings including their group stage encounter.
#t20-world-cup-2026
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 month ago
Canada news

South Africa vs Canada: Report, result, highlights as Proteas win despite 'trial and error' at ICC T20 World Cup 2026

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1 month ago
Canada news

South Africa vs Canada: Report, result, highlights as Proteas win despite 'trial and error' at ICC T20 World Cup 2026

fromThe South African
1 month ago

US nomad praised Cape Town's quality of life

After swapping it for a "better option" in South Africa, he now makes travel videos that he posts on YouTube. Henry lives in a fully furnished R19 000 penthouse apartment in the upmarket neighborhood of Gardens. His outdoor balcony comes with views of Table Mountain.n "This is a view I will never get tired of waking up to every morning", he said.
Digital life
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Spin | Zimbabwean breakout at T20 World Cup has fans rejoicing renaissance

Zimbabwe cricket transformed from an exclusively white-supported sport to a nationally embraced game, evidenced by diverse crowds and Shona-language chanting during the 2018 World Cup qualifiers.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

The South Africa World Cup 2026 kit is out - capturing the true spirit of Bafana Bafana

Adidas released South Africa's 2026 World Cup home kit, inspired by their historic 2010 campaign, featuring yellow base with green trim and design elements honoring the nation's 12 official languages.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

PFL Africa Season 2 to begin in on April 10 in South Africa

PFL Africa Season 2 returns April 10, 2026 in Pretoria with Nkosi Ndebele vs Michele Clemente headlining and Justin Clarke vs Abdoulaye Kane co-main.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Former Harlequins captain Lewies to join Sharks

I reflect on my seven years at the club with a huge amount of gratitude. I arrived at the club in 2019 with a few suitcases and a girlfriend, I'm leaving the club with a lot of memories, new friends, a wife and baby,
UK news
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

Et Tu, South Africa?

South Africa's culture minister canceled Gabrielle Goliath's Venice Biennale performance about Gaza, prompting accusations of censorship and erasure of Palestinian suffering.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Can Africa's footballers make an impact in MLS the way they have in the NWSL?

African players, led by stars like Denis Bouanga and Kévin Denkey, are poised to shape the 2026 MLS season significantly.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Africa must boycott the 2026 World Cup

The continent should confront US support for Israel by boycotting major sporting events to pressure compliance with international law and end complicity in Gaza's destruction.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

England T20 series in South Africa scrapped due to franchise schedule clash

England's planned T20 series in South Africa for January 2027 was cancelled due to a scheduling clash with the domestic SA20 franchise tournament.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Winter Olympics finale, Six Nations stardust and Tottenham v Arsenal follow with us

Winter Olympics Tanya Aldred, Billy Munday and James Wallace buckle up for day 15 of these compelling Games, which brings the prospect of a British curling gold medal. Bruce Mouat and his rink of Grant Hardie, Hammy McMillan and Bobby Lammie face Canada in the final (6.05pm-9. 20pm) looking to upgrade the silver they won in Beijing four years ago. Other highlights include the opening two heats of the four-man bobsleigh (9am and 10.57am),
Soccer (FIFA)
#africa-cup-of-nations
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

England white-ball series in South Africa under threat due to T20 franchise cricket clash

England's two white-ball series in South Africa next year are currently in doubt amid the latest scheduling clash that pits franchise cricket against the international game. As it stands, England's men are due to play three Tests, three one-day internationals and three Twenty20s in South Africa next winter. The white-ball leg of this rare full tour to the country represents an important scouting mission for the World Cup that South Africa are co-hosting in late 2027.
World news
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Morocco and Senegal celebrate advancing to the AFCON final showdown

Morocco and Senegal will meet in the AFCON final after Morocco beat Nigeria on penalties and Senegal defeated Egypt 1-0.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Local rivalries are key for Wallabies as Super Rugby starts the new season full of hope | Angus Fontaine

Australia's Super Rugby provinces must perform in 2026 to rebuild momentum and prepare the Wallabies for a successful 2027 home World Cup.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

McKenzie clarifies claim South Africa will host Wafcon 2026

Morocco remains the officially designated host of the 2026 Wafcon; South Africa has offered contingency support but no formal hosting decision has been made.
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