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Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has signed Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 into law, extending his term to 2030 and shifting future presidential elections from public vote to Parliament. The move has drawn praise from ruling party supporters and criticism from opposition, civil society, and South African opposition parties.
Mikel Merino's stoppage-time goal gave Spain a 1-0 win over Portugal, advancing them to the quarterfinals for the first time since 2010 and likely ending Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career. Spain's record-breaking defensive run continues, with goalkeeper Unai Simon extending his clean sheet streak.
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has begun preparations to establish his own political party, marking a decisive break with former Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The split comes as constitutional reforms championed by Sonko head to a referendum, and as Senegal faces an economic crisis over misreported debt.
The UN's FAO and WFP have appealed for over $200 million to protect 8.8 million people in 22 high-risk countries from the return of El Nino. The weather pattern could bring drought to southern Africa and varied impacts elsewhere, with climate change potentially worsening effects. Experts warn of food insecurity and displacement.
Two-day summit of BRICS heads of anti-drug agencies opened in Guwahati on July 6, 2026, hosted by India's Narcotics Control Bureau. The talks focus on synthetic drugs, intelligence sharing, and collective action against trafficking, with India releasing a Vision Document on Narcotics Control for 2026-2029.
A year after KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi alleged drug cartel infiltration of South Africa's criminal justice system, the country remains embroiled in parallel inquiries, criminal charges against senior officers, and deep inter-agency tensions. Parliament's ad hoc committee is finalizing recommendations to improve cooperation among law enforcement bodies.
Australia defeated England by seven wickets in the Women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's, securing their seventh title. Beth Mooney's unbeaten 64 and a century stand with Phoebe Litchfield powered the chase, while captain Sophie Molineux was praised for her leadership.
England survived a nerve-racking encounter at the Azteca Stadium, beating co-hosts Mexico 3-2 to reach the World Cup quarterfinals. Jude Bellingham scored twice and Harry Kane added a penalty, while 10-man England held on after Mexico fought back.
Nigeria’s foreign ministry condemned the killing of two of its nationals in South Africa on June 28, urging a swift investigation and warning that unspecified measures could be taken if attacks continue. The ministry alleges one man was killed by police in Pretoria and the other by unidentified attackers in Mpumalanga, while South African police have said one death does not appear protest-related.
The FIFA World Cup round of 16 features high-stakes clashes, including Portugal vs Spain and USA vs Belgium. Opta supercomputer predictions favor Spain and Argentina, while England and Mexico prepare for a historic encounter. Neymar's retirement and FIFA's suspension decision add to the tournament drama.
A clinical trial of two experimental treatments for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has begun in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the first patient enrolled. The outbreak, which began in May, has caused more than 1,400 confirmed cases and 438 deaths in the DRC, with cases also reported in Uganda and France.
Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 in the World Cup round of 16, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice and Soufiane Rahimi adding a late goal. The Atlas Lions advanced to the quarter-finals, where they will face France or Paraguay.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 enters its knockout stage with the Round of 16 starting July 4. Al Jazeera previews key matchups including Canada vs Morocco, France vs Paraguay, and Portugal vs Spain.
Canada meet Morocco for a place in the World Cup quarterfinals, while Paraguay face France. Morocco are unbeaten in 33 matches, and Canada coach Jesse Marsch has called them an opponent with 'literally zero weaknesses'. Elsewhere, Jürgen Klopp has confirmed he is in talks to become Germany coach.
As Morocco and Canada prepare to face off in the World Cup Round of 16, Al Jazeera previews the match, reports coach Mohamed Ouahbi's bold claim that Morocco can win the World Cup, and provides predicted lineups for both teams.
A war veteran has filed an urgent High Court application to halt the certification of Zimbabwe's Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, citing alleged vote-buying by businessman Wicknell Chivayo. Meanwhile, the Constitution Defenders Forum has called for the Bill's withdrawal, arguing the parliamentary process was tainted by bribery and undue influence.
Switzerland advanced to the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 win over Algeria on Thursday in Vancouver. Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored, and the Swiss will face the winner of Colombia vs Ghana next week.
South Africa's Constitutional Court has ruled that the Western Cape government and the City of Cape Town are constitutionally obliged to provide affordable housing in the inner city, ordering them to submit detailed plans within three months. The court also declared the attempted sale of the former Tafelberg school site in Sea Point unlawful, citing a failure to conduct meaningful public participation.
The 22nd Maccabiah Games kicked off in Jerusalem on July 1, 2026, drawing around 5,000 athletes from 35 to 40 countries. The opening ceremony blended celebration with remembrance, featuring performances by Israeli stars and appearances by former hostages and families of fallen soldiers, as organizers emphasized Jewish unity during a challenging period.
Ghana and South Africa are locked in a fresh diplomatic dispute after Ghana accused South Africa of failing to protect its nationals amidst anti-immigrant protests, while Pretoria insists the reported killing was not linked to the demonstrations and rejects claims of xenophobia.