Weekend Argus

17/06/2026

🚨 President Cyril Ramaphosa says the June 30 ultimatum set by anti‑illegal immigration groups for undocumented foreign nationals to leave South Africa is “unnecessary.” This, as the debate over migration, rights, and national policy intensifies. ⚖️

Ramaphosa rejected the June 30 ultimatum for undocumented foreigners, urging citizens not to take the law into their own hands.

17/06/2026

The Waterfront Theatre School debuts the South African premiere of Tony Award‑nominated Something Rotten! at the Artscape Arena, July 10–18. 🎭✨
https://weekendargus.co.za/news/2026-06-16-dont-miss-the-south-african-premiere-of-the-hilarious-musical-some -rotten/

Get ready for a theatrical treat as the Waterfront Theatre School presents the South African premiere of the Tony Award-nominated musical comedy ‘Something Rotten!’ at the Artscape Arena.

17/06/2026

Disgraced lawyer arrested ✈️🚨 Peet Viljoen was taken into custody moments after landing at OR Tambo International Airport on Tuesday. ⚖️

Police have confirmed that disgraced lawyer, Peet Viljoen has been arrested.

17/06/2026

Youth Day reminds us of the courage of 1976, but today’s youth cannot reshape South Africa’s future while battling hunger. True progress begins with dignity, opportunity, and food security. 🌍✨

As South Africa commemorates Youth Day, we must confront a harsh reality: how can our youth build the future when they are battling hunger? This article explores the critical link between food security and youth empowerment.

17/06/2026

🦁⚽ England can finally break their 60‑year World Cup curse — with Thomas Tuchel’s tactical nous steering the Three Lions in North America.

Dismissing the inclusion of out-of-form stars, the former England defender reveals why a united, balanced squad makes England and Harry Kane a terrifying prospect in North America.

16/06/2026

Before you get to the CTICC, get the Decorex app.

Decorex Cape Town is a full day out — possibly two if you want to see it properly. With hundreds of exhibitors, feature installations, Future Talks brought to you by Oggie, live demos, restaurants, shopping and experiences across the show, the app helps you plan your visit before you arrive.

Use the Decorex app to search exhibitors, favourite the brands and talks you don’t want to miss, build your own schedule, and navigate the show more easily on the day.

You’ll also unlock exclusive app-only offers, vouchers, ticket deals and important visitor updates throughout the event.

Download it today on your iOS or Android device.

Decorex Cape Town
25–28 June | CTICC
10am - 6pm daily

16/06/2026

Group E brings a clash of football cultures 🌍⚽
Germany, Ivory Coast, Ecuador, and debutants Curaçao face off in one of the most intriguing battles of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Group E at the 2026 World Cup features Germany, Ecuador, Ivory Coast and Curaçao, combining European pedigree, South American flair, African ambition and Caribbean resilience in a fascinating qualification battle.

16/06/2026

Today we honour the bravery of the youth of 1976 and celebrate the young people who continue to shape South Africa’s future.

Their struggle became our opportunity. Their courage became our legacy.

Happy Youth Day, South Africa. 🇿🇦

Because they stood up, we can stand tall.

16/06/2026

SAPS confirms arrest of a third suspect in the brutal Kruger National Park couple murder case 🚨⚖️ The investigation intensifies following last month’s shocking crime.
https://weekendargus.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-06-12-third-suspect-arrested-in-zimbabwe-over-kruger-national-park-cou -murders/

The South African Police Service has arrested a third suspect in the brutal murder of a couple in Kruger National Park, following a cross-border manhunt involving South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe.

16/06/2026

"The children of changed South Africa. They changed it by refusing to become what the state had designed them to become."
Click the link to this virtual portal and let photographer Alf Kumalo take you back through time.

A memorial experience marking the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto uprising, through the photographs of Alf Kumalo.