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Critical Minerals Diplomacy: The US and South Africa held high-level talks in Johannesburg on potential critical-mineral deals, with discussions described as “very early stage” but aimed at reducing reliance on China for minerals vital to defence, electronics and energy. World Cup Pop Culture: Shakira and Burna Boy teamed up for FIFA’s official 2026 World Cup song “Dai Dai,” with royalties earmarked for children’s education and football opportunities. Public Health Watch: US cruise passengers exposed to a hantavirus outbreak are now settling into a 42-day quarantine after returning home, as symptoms are monitored closely. Supply Chain Pressure: A new report says cargo thefts jumped 56% in 2025, with food and beverages most targeted and hijacking a common tactic. Local Tech & Mobility: Bolt is rolling out Chinese electric cars with Dongfeng in Cape Town, betting on EV economics as fuel costs bite. Governance & Trust: South Africans’ faith in police institutions is under strain, with IPID reporting thousands of active cases involving officers under investigation.

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