STRAIT OF HORMUZ – Oil prices jumped more than 4% on Monday as concerns grew over possible disruptions to energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz following renewed military strikes between the US and Iran. Brent crude rose above $79 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate climbed above $74. The US said it carried […]
CONGO – A United States citizen working for a humanitarian organisation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has tested positive for the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is working with health partners to prevent further spread and trace close contacts. The DRC continues […]
WASHINGTON – Oil prices rose by about 5% after US President Donald Trump declared that the ceasefire with Iran was “over” following renewed fighting. The conflict intensified after Iranian attacks on ships in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. Iran says it will continue controlling the waterway and has threatened ships that do not follow […]
MEXICO – Morocco came from behind twice to defeat Haiti 4-2 in an entertaining World Cup Group C match in Atlanta. Haiti shocked their opponents by taking the lead through a Yassine Bounou own goal and later a superb strike from Wilson Isidor, but goals from Achraf Hakimi and Ismael Saibari ensured the sides were […]
MEXICO – South Africa secured a historic place in the World Cup knockout stages for the first time after defeating South Korea 1-0 in their final Group A match. Thapelo Maseko scored the decisive goal as Bafana Bafana finished second in the group behind co-hosts Mexico, who won all three of their matches. Coach Hugo […]
CHINA – Deputy President Paul Mashatile is on a working visit to China aimed at strengthening trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the two countries. His programme includes participation in the China International Supply Chain Expo and meetings with government and business leaders, building on agreements reached at the South Africa–China Bi-National Commission held in […]
MEXICO – Germany secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Ivory Coast in their World Cup Group E match, booking their place in the knockout stage for the first time since winning the tournament in 2014. Ivory Coast took the lead shortly after the first hydration break when captain Franck Kessie beat Manuel Neuer, after […]
MEXICO – Japan took a commanding 3-0 lead against Tunisia in their Group F match at BBVA Stadium in Monterrey, Mexico. Coach Hajime Moriyasu relied on Daichi Kamada and Junya Ito to fill the attacking void left by injured playmaker Takefusa Kubo, while Takehiro Tomiyasu strengthened the defence. Japan made a fast start, with Kamada […]
ATLANTA – Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has dismissed criticism from pundits and social media following South Africa’s 2-0 loss to Mexico in their opening World Cup match. The defeat sparked debate about the team’s tactics and performance. Broos said he remains focused on helping South Africa bounce back against Czech Republic and insisted he […]
FRANCE – The United States and Iran have signed an interim ceasefire agreement aimed at ending their conflict. Speaking at the G7 summit in France, US President Donald Trump warned that the US would resume military action and target Iranian officials if Tehran violated the terms of the deal. Trump also appeared to soften his […]