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  1. June 2026
  2. The Standard

    We are complementary and we have a special strategic relationship that speaks to friendship, respect and equality,” said Ramaphosa.Speaking alongside President William Ruto during a joint press briefing at Union Buildings in Pretoria, Ramaphosa said the two countries often align

    'We are not rivals,' Ramaphosa hails Kenya-South Africa ties
  3. Citizen Digital

    President Ruto arrives in South Africa for two-day State Visit By Citizen Reporter June 03, 2026 11:49 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto arrive in Pretoria, S

    President Ruto arrives in South Africa for two-day State Visit
  4. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 2 — William Samoei Ruto is set to undertake a State Visit to South Africa from June 3 to 5, 2026, the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria has announced.

    Kenya, South Africa Set to Deepen Ties as Ruto Embarks on State Visit
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeMembers of civil society groups and human rights organisations hold placards as they take part in a march calling for stronger government action against illegal immigration in Pretoria, South Africa, April 28, 2026.

    Ghana issues travel advisory over xenophobic attacks in South Africa
  6. May 2026
  7. Capital News

    He said the “distressed” Ghanaians had registered at the country’s embassy in Pretoria to be rescued in response to an advisory by the foreign ministry “following the latest wave of xenophobic attacks”.

    Ghana to evacuate 300 from South Africa over anti-immigrant protests
  8. Capital News

    Since late April, protests against illegal migration, some of which turned violent, have taken place in cities including Johannesburg, Pretoria and Durban, with protesters accusing foreign nationals of taking jobs and business opportunities.

    S. Africa rejects xenophobic accusations, calls for dialogue on migration
  9. Capital News

    PRETORIA, South Africa — The government of South Africa has strongly condemned the circulation of what it termed “fake videos and images” allegedly portraying attacks on foreign nationals, as diplomatic tensions rise across several African states over concerns of xenophobic viole

    South Africa Denies Xenophobia Surge as Fake Videos Fuel Diplomatic Tension Across Africa
  10. The Standard

    or industrialization and reinvestment." Increased production linked to export opportunities would support employment and benefit local businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises, Kubayi added.Mammo Muchie, a professor at Tshwane University of Technology in Pretoria

    Analysts say China's zero-tariff treatment to boost Africa's industrialization, value-chain integration
  11. Citizen Digital

    (Photo by Wikus de Wet / AFP) Audio By Vocalize The Kenya High Commission in Pretoria has urged Kenyan nationals living in South Africa to remain vigilant and avoid protest hotspots following demonstrations and isolated incidents affecting foreign nationals.

    Kenyans in South Africa urged to avoid protests as mission warns of incidents affecting foreigners
  12. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya May 4 – The Kenya High Commission in Pretoria has issued a safety advisory urging Kenyans living in South Africa to remain vigilant following recent demonstrations that have reportedly affected foreign nationals in parts of the country.

    Kenyans in South Africa urged to Carry IDs and Avoid Risk Areas Amid Xenophobic Attacks
Sport

Harambee Starlets prepare for WAFCON in France training camp

The News

Kenya's women's football team is training in Miramas, France before the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where they face Morocco, Senegal and Algeria in Group A. The camp reflects a strategic shift in Kenyan football administration toward international partnerships and long-term development, including cooperation agreements with Olympique de Marseille and the City of Miramas.

18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Harambee Starlets prepare for WAFCON in France training camp

    Kenya's women's football team is training in Miramas, France before the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where they face Morocco, Senegal and Algeria in Group A. The camp reflects a strategic shift in Kenyan football administration toward international partnerships and long-term development, including cooperation agreements with Olympique de Marseille and the City of Miramas.

    18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. South African police arrest 69 at violent anti-immigrant protest

    South African police arrested 69 people after an anti-immigrant protest in Jeffreys Bay descended into looting, with at least one person hospitalized and 23 tuck shops looted. The unrest follows weeks of anti-immigrant protests that have prompted nearly 150,000 people to flee South Africa in recent weeks.

    18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 12 July

  1. Junior Starlets secure second consecutive U-17 World Cup qualification

    Kenya's Junior Starlets qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with a 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa, defeating Bantwana 3-1 in the second leg at Nyayo National Stadium. The tournament will be held in Morocco from October 17 to November 7, 2026.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 10 July

  1. Junior Starlets seek World Cup qualification against South Africa

    Kenya's Junior Starlets play South Africa in a FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifying return leg on Sunday at Nyayo Stadium, needing a draw or win after winning the first leg 2-0 in Pretoria. A victory would send them to the tournament in Morocco in October.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. South Africa seeks new coach after Hugo Broos departure

    Hugo Broos has exited as South Africa's head coach, with the Belgian offered a different role such as advisor. Multiple candidates, including Pitso Mosimane, have applied to succeed him as national coach.

    10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 8 July

  1. FKF chief urges Kenyans to support Junior Starlets World Cup push

    FKF President Hussein Mohammed has called for strong public support as Kenya's Under-17 women's team seeks a second consecutive FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualification in a decisive second-leg qualifier against South Africa on July 12 at Nyayo National Stadium, leading 2-0 from the first leg.

    8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Africa's failures, not migrants, drive xenophobia crisis

    An opinion piece argues that xenophobic violence in South Africa—including killings of foreign migrants and forced evacuations of thousands—reflects Africa's structural failures in employment and governance, not the fault of African migrants themselves seeking opportunity.

    8 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 6 July

  1. Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup qualifiers

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 in the first leg of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers on Saturday. FKF General Secretary Dennis Gicheru attributed the win to strong preparation and teamwork, urging fans to support the team in the return leg at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 in the first leg of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers in Pretoria, with FKF officials attributing the win to proper preparation and team discipline. The return leg is scheduled for Nairobi, with FKF calling on fans to support the team.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Kenya's Junior Starlets one match from second consecutive World Cup

    Kenya's Junior Starlets are 90 minutes away from qualifying for the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco after winning the first leg of the final qualification round 2-0 away against South Africa's Bantwana. Head coach Mildred Cheche credited the country's structured player development pathway, noting that several members of Kenya's debut squad at the 2024 World Cup have since progressed to the senior Harambee Starlets.

    6 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 5 July

  1. Kenya's Junior Starlets defeat South Africa in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final qualifying round in Pretoria, with goals from Faith Boke and Brenda Achieng. The victory gives Kenya the upper hand ahead of the return leg on July 12.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya's Junior Starlets beat South Africa in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the final qualifying round for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, with goals from Faith Boke and Brenda Achieng. Goalkeeper Mitchell Okoyo saved a penalty as Kenya took control of the tie ahead of the return leg on July 12.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's U-17 women's football team defeated South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the final round of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers in Pretoria, with midfielder Lindey Weey providing both assists. The team will play the return match next weekend in Kenya's capital.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 in the first leg of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers' final round in Pretoria, with goals from Faith Boke assisted by Lindey Weey. The team faces a return match in Nairobi next weekend to complete qualification.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 4 July

  1. Kenya's repatriation of citizens from South Africa ends July 9

    The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs announced that the government's repatriation exercise for Kenyans in South Africa due to xenophobia will conclude on July 9, with the final flight departing from Johannesburg that day. About 200 Kenyans have been brought back home so far, with 151 repatriated by Thursday and 240 nationals registered for assistance.

    4 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. Kenya Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 away at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria to advance in their 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifying campaign. The win puts them 90 minutes away from securing their second appearance at the global tournament, with the second leg set for the following Sunday at Nyayo Stadium.

    4 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 2 July

  1. Kenya U-17 women prepare for World Cup qualifier in South Africa

    Kenya's Junior Starlets have arrived in Pretoria for Saturday's FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final qualifying first-leg match against South Africa. Head coach Mildred Cheche expressed confidence that her team can secure a positive result away from home.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya airlifts 151 citizens from South Africa unrest

    Kenya has evacuated 151 nationals from South Africa following attacks and intimidation targeting foreign nationals, with flights coordinated by the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria. More than 200 Kenyans are sheltering at the High Commission awaiting evacuation, while over 27,000 Kenyans live and work in South Africa.

    2 July 2026 · Capital News

  3. Kenya evacuates 151 citizens from South Africa unrest

    The Kenyan government has evacuated 151 nationals from South Africa following recent unrest, with 240 Kenyans registering for assistance at the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria. The government provided emergency support including hotel accommodation, food, and relief supplies, with further evacuations expected.

    2 July 2026 · The Standard

  4. Ghana demands justice after citizen killed in South Africa protests

    Ghana has condemned the fatal shooting of national Bashiru Isak, 40, during anti-immigrant protests in Cape Town on June 30, and demanded the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. Ghana's High Commission lodged a formal protest with South African authorities and called for a full investigation and strengthened protection for Ghanaians in affected communities.

    2 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Kenya evacuates citizens from South Africa amid anti-migrant unrest

    Kenya's government has evacuated 69 citizens from South Africa following anti-immigrant protests, with the first batch of 26 arriving at Nairobi's international airport. Over 200 Kenyans have registered for evacuation and are sheltering at the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria, part of Kenya's larger diaspora of over 27,000 nationals in South Africa.

    30 June 2026 · Capital News

  2. 26 Kenyans repatriated from South Africa amid rising tensions

    At least 26 Kenyans have been repatriated from South Africa, with 64 more expected to arrive by Wednesday, as the government evacuates citizens amid rising anti-migrant tensions. About 200 Kenyans have requested evacuation since the government issued a public call for returns.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Kenya Junior Starlets prepare for South Africa World Cup qualifier

    Kenya's Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche says the team is mentally ready to face South Africa in the first leg of the final qualification round for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup on Saturday at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria. The winner of the two-leg tie will qualify for the World Cup, set to run from 17 October – 7 November in Morocco.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 24 June

  1. AFCON 2027 hosting will intensify Kenyan Premier League competition

    Former Harambee Stars coach Twahir Muhiddin predicts the Kenyan Premier League will face stiffer competition when the new season kicks off in August, driven by players seeking to impress national team selectors ahead of AFCON 2027, which Kenya will host.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 19 June

  1. Zimbabwe lower house passes bill extending presidential terms

    Zimbabwe's parliament passed legislation extending presidential terms from five to seven years, allowing President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030. The bill passed with 216 lawmakers voting in favour and now moves to the upper house, where it is expected to pass.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 12 June

  1. SpaceX IPO makes Elon Musk world's first trillionaire

    Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire following a SpaceX IPO. The article notes his prominence in popular culture and discusses both his loyal following and criticism regarding his wealth, business governance, and political interventions.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 11 June

  1. Nigerians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant violence

    Following escalating anti-foreigner attacks in South Africa, the first group of Nigerians was repatriated to Lagos on Thursday, with 262 passengers expected to land around 11:00 am, out of around 1,000 who have said they want to leave. Anti-immigrant gangs have marched through parts of South Africa demanding that people with no residency papers leave by June 30, forcing foreign nationals from their homes and prompting Ghana, Mozambique, and Malawi to also repatriate hundreds of their citizens in recent weeks.

    11 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 8 June

  1. Harambee Stars beat Lesotho 4-0 in friendly match

    Harambee Stars assistant coach Vasili Manousakis praised the team's 4-0 victory over Lesotho in an international friendly played in Pretoria, South Africa on Sunday, which concluded a two-match series with Kenya earning four points after drawing 1-1 in their first meeting on June 4. Manousakis credited the win to the players' discipline and proper execution of the game plan, and noted the friendlies provided an opportunity to assess players and build squad depth.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Malaria surges in southern Africa as climate shifts

    Malaria cases are rising across southern Africa, including a fourfold jump in South Africa's Mpumalanga province in January compared to a year earlier, as changing rain patterns and rising temperatures create conditions favoring mosquito breeding and disease spread.

    8 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 7 June

  1. South Africa, India strengthen trade and strategic ties

    South African Deputy President Paul Mashatile is visiting India to strengthen trade, investment and strategic cooperation between the two countries, meeting with Indian President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. The visit underscores the nations' deep historical ties and shared commitment to South-South cooperation amid global economic uncertainty.

    7 June 2026 · Capital News

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