Arts & Music: Zimbabwean mbira star Mary Anibal is set to perform at ACCES 2026 in Johannesburg after being selected for the Music In Africa showcase, marking her first South Africa appearance with her full band. Higher Education & Student Protests: Cape Peninsula University of Technology’s withdrawal of a draft financial recovery plan is being framed by Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela as a chance to “reset” relations with protesting students, after shutdown and residence evacuations. Immigration, Xenophobia & Court Drama: In Cape Town, supporters of March and March protested outside court as beauty queen Chidimma Adetshina’s immigration case returned to proceedings, with chants demanding she “go home.” Community Safety & Public Spending: Cape Town residents along the N2 are pushing back against the City’s R114m security wall plan, arguing the money should go to housing and better protection. Culture, Heritage & Film: South African director Mandla Dube has wrapped production on “The Battle of Bisesero,” a Pan-African film centring Tutsi resistance during the 1994 genocide. Women in Tech & Leadership: Huawei South Africa’s Nosipho Zwane urged young women to stop waiting for validation and take ownership of their careers. Sports: The All Blacks and Springboks kick off the “Greatest Rivalry” Tests, with South Africa entering as dominant favourites.