President Cyril Ramaphosa warned anti-migrant protesters not to threaten or intimidate foreign nationals as fear spread ahead of an unofficial June 30 deadline. Thousands have sought repatriation, while police prepared for authorised marches in major cities.
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The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup began Thursday at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca with Shakira, Burna Boy and local performers headlining the first of three opening ceremonies. Mexico faced South Africa in the tournament’s first Group A match.
South African police said more than 10 attackers killed 12 people and wounded at least nine others in an informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg. No arrests have been made, and police said the motive remains unknown.