World Cup Build-Up: President Cyril Ramaphosa urged South Africans to rally behind Bafana Bafana after a visa debacle delayed the squad’s departure; Safa apologised and said visas were secured for most players and key staff, with the team set to leave Monday for Mexico ahead of the June 11 opener vs Mexico. Sport Administration Fallout: Deputy sports minister Peace Mabe said “heads must roll” at Safa after the final-hurdle admin failure, while the federation set up an internal committee to prevent more logistical breakdowns. Crime & Justice: Former STF member Mathipandile Sotheni was denied bail in the Witness D murder case, with the matter postponed to 30 July. Public Health: Parliament warned child sexual violence convictions remain extremely low, with only 8.6% of cases ending in guilty verdicts. Business & Economy: Absa’s PMI showed South African factory sentiment easing in May as activity and demand softened. Industry & Power Costs: South Africa lost its top spot in chrome processing into ferrochrome for China, blamed on rising electricity costs shutting smelters. Security Response: Woolworths increased store security after explosions, deploying sniffer dogs nationwide while police investigate. Local Economy & Housing: Cape Town’s real estate boom is being questioned amid warnings that housing is being financialised, deepening the city’s housing strain. Trade: SARS will start issuing certificates of origin for China’s zero-tariff scheme from June 1, aiming to help exporters claim tariff benefits.