The Mercury - June 26, 2026

Bafana Bafana make history as they progress to the round of 32

THE ASCOTS PRESENTED BY JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABEL BRINGS GRAMMY-NOMINATED SUPERSTARS AND A PREMIUM EXPERIENCE TO HOLLYWOODBETS DURBAN JULY

US-South Africa relations strained over neutrality

Back in stork: returning birds bring joy to Croatian village

Repatriation process must be accelerated and conducted in a peaceful manner

SACP welcomes UN report confirming genocide of Palestinian children

Embracing forgiveness: Finding peace in a chaotic world

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Bafana Bafana advances to the round of 32 for the first time

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BAFANA JUSTLY REWARDED FOR GRIT AND DETERMINATION

Businessman Carrim faces potential prosecution over missed appearance

ANC flooded with 5 000 mayoral applications ahead of 2026 elections

KwaZulu-Natal Premier warns against violence incitement linked to immigration issues

Ad Hoc Committee: Key member to testify before Madlanga Commission

KZN Premier Ntuli unveils bold strategy to tackle the province’s water crisis

Julius Malema slams Thoko Didiza over impeachment handling issues

Labour Court’s decision highlights employment equity challenges in correctional services

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All-new J5 hybrid & EV models set to shake up the market

New i20 breaks cover in Brazil with bold SUV-inspired redesign

Lower fuel prices on the cards for July

African Bank reports R624m loss amid transformation costs

S&P cuts South Africa’s growth forecast as inflation and rate hike risks mount

Samancor reprieve raises hopes for ferrochrome sector as unions call for urgent action

SIRIUS REAL ESTATE DIVESTS NON-CORE UK ASSETS TO INVEST IN SELF-STORAGE OPPORTUNITIES

Fuel price shock pushes producer inflation to 7.8% in May

South Africa's hidden champions hold the key to growth

Cape Town port invests R96m in new equipment as it battles poor global ranking

Hyprop Investments: Strong growth and new store openings in South Africa's retail sector

South Africa's mining investment challenges - PwC Global Mine Report 2026

Karoo farmers set for profit boost as favourable rainfall transforms grazing conditions

How you can raise financially literate children at home

Is buying a home still a smart investment?

Credit providers under scrutiny: 62% of complaints resolved in favour of consumers

Sinner still top seed as Djokovic chases history

Mercedes feeling the heat ahead of Austrian GP

Ancelotti labels Vinícius Júnior ‘one of the best in the world’

Bafana’s insular belief holds the key to a historic knockout run

Golden Boot rivals collide in blockbuster

Bafana urged to maintain winning approach for Canada

Kingfisher celebrates birthday sale as 2026 Sardine Run takes shape

How Bafana turned chaos into history

JP Pietersen pleased with ‘future of Sharks rugby’ in display in Gqeberha

Maseko shines as Bafana stand tall in historic win

Maseko overcomes mental health struggles to shine for Bafana

Rassie happy with Joburg training camp as big season kick-off looms