South Africa–Canada World Cup Build-Up: Bafana Bafana head into the Round of 32 after making history by reaching the knockout stage for the first time, with Nigerian-heritage defender Ime Okon urging focus on their own strengths as the country rallies behind the team. ANC Phala Phala Court Fight: President Cyril Ramaphosa has reportedly ordered the ANC to withdraw its application to intervene in his impeachment-related court challenge, highlighting internal ANC divisions over legal strategy. South Africa Xenophobia and June 30 Protests: In Soweto, residents have launched spontaneous marches demanding undocumented foreigners leave, while acting police minister Firoz Cachalia warned officers to protect lawful protest rights and avoid taking sides. Uganda Evacuation Plan: Uganda says it has started voluntary evacuation arrangements for 746 citizens in South Africa amid xenophobic violence, with more expected to register. Uganda Media Crackdown: Muhoozi Kainerugaba ordered the shutdown of NTV Uganda and Daily Monitor, with the government framing it as part of tightening control ahead of political pressure. Ebola Response Boost: Africa CDC, WHO and Uganda launched a Joint Continental Incident Management Support Team to strengthen coordinated public health emergency response. Libya Reunification Timeline: A US-backed roadmap outlines steps toward a unified executive authority and consultative council in Sirte, with a transitional parliament planned for 2028. Seychelles–India Diplomacy: PM Narendra Modi addressed Seychelles’ National Assembly and Seychelles leaders used the visit to stress unity-in-diversity ties with India.