World Cup Fallout: South Africa coach Hugo Broos said the 2-0 loss to Mexico still showed promise defensively, even after three red cards left Bafana Bafana playing with nine men; he admitted South Africa must improve in attack to stay in the hunt. Immigration Crackdown: DIRCO says South Africa will bill countries for deportation costs of their citizens detained or deported, as enforcement ramps up amid protests and rising anti-immigration sentiment. Xenophobia Pressure: The UN in South Africa urged calm and rule-of-law responses as reports of threats and violence against migrants continue. Eskom Boost: Fitch upgraded Eskom’s credit rating after South Africa’s sovereign improvement, citing stronger state support and confidence in the utility’s turnaround. Local Crime & Safety: Police arrested a man at Cape Town Airport after 150 live venomous scorpions were found hidden between his clothes. Business & Trade: Tanzania secured access to the South African market for fresh bananas after plant health talks. Culture & Lifestyle: Five South African restaurants earned major global recognition, spotlighting Cape Town’s dining scene. Sports Beyond Football: Young cricketer Kayla Reyneke’s rise and pressure-handling continues to draw attention ahead of the Women’s T20 World Cup.