South Africa News in English

Good morning! It’s 1st July, and here’s your South Africa daily news capsule.

Anti-migration protests on June 30 see police and march marshals prevent violence.

New traffic fine system rollout speeds up as urgent court bid fails.

President Ramaphosa announces a cabinet reshuffle, confirming DA ministers in key posts.

MP Vusi Shongwe claims he was offered a R10 million bribe by Feroz Khan.

Security patrols defuse incidents of looting and intimidation against foreigners in KZN.

Hundreds of Malawians find relief after camping outside the Sandton consulate.

Severe thunderstorms expected in the Eastern Cape with cool and wet conditions elsewhere.

Migrants in South Africa express fears of violence ahead of the June 30 deadline.

July fuel prices drop significantly, with petrol down by R2 and diesel by over R3.

South Africa sheds 80,000 jobs in the first quarter of 2026, raising unemployment concerns.

Vodacom takes control of Kenya's Safaricom in a R35 billion deal, strengthening its position.

Switzerland returns the famed Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, marking a significant cultural moment.

France's Mbappe scores twice as they breeze past Sweden into the World Cup last 16.

The Strawberry Moon lights up Pretoria skies tonight, a celestial event not to be missed.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!