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3211633	无图 <p> Chinese hybrid goes up against South Africa"s best-selling new energy vehicle the Toyota Corolla Cross. </p> <p> </p> <p> <p>Ambitious Chinese carmaker Chery launched an all-out onslaught on South Africa’s number one manufacturer Toyota by rolling out the Tiggo Cross HEV.</p><p>The Chery Tiggo 4 has made huge strides to rank as one of Mzansi’s favourite passenger cars. Now the Tiggo Cross HEV, which stands for hybrid electric vehicle, has entered the battlefield against the country’s best-selling new energy vehicle, the Toyota Corolla Cross HEV.</p><p>In typical Chinese fashion, the war starts with the pricing. At R439 900 the entry-level Chery Tiggo Cross HEV in Comfort guise undercuts the most affordable Corolla Cross in Xs guise by a whopping R54 500.</p>Chery Tiggo Cross HEV makes a Pitstop<p>In this week’s episode of The Citizen Motoring’s Pitstop podcast, we discuss the Tiggo Cross. Road Test Editor Mark Jones has driven the Chery after also spending lots of time in the Corolla Cross earlier this year, pits the two against each other.</p><p>The Chery Tiggo Cross HEV is powered by a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine hooked up to electric motor and 1.83kWh battery pack. The combined power output is 150kW and 310Nm which goes to the front wheels by a dedicated hybrid transmission. This is much more than the Toyota Corolla Cross’ combined power output of 90kW/142Nm.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Dashing Omoda C9 plug-in hybrid proves to be a Golf GTI-killer </p> </p> </p><p>During our high-performance test, the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV clocked 8 seconds in going from 0 to 100km/h. The Corolla Cross came in at just over 12 seconds.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: 10 things you need to know about the new Chery Tiggo Cross HEV</p>Frugal sipper<p>Chery claims that the Cross HEV will only sip 5.4 litres per 100km and for the first few days we’ve had it on test are getting close to this number. Mark reckons it will settle in the high fives, maybe 6L/100km at the most. This is fractionally higher than what we achieved in the Toyota Corolla Cross HEV.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Chery Corolla Cross podcast Toyota </p> PODCAST: Chery Tiggo Cross HEV game changer in the making \| The Citizen	查看 2238	《公民报》	2025-07-19 11:25:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211632	有图 <p> The Limpopo Initiation Coordinating Committee hailed this year"s initiation season as a success, despite deaths and several challenges. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/No-deaths-goal-set-for-Limpopo-initiation-season.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: Sibongumenzi Sibiya</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Jubilation is the order of the day in Limpopo as more than 500 initiation schools end their academic year in the province’s five regions. </p><p>Since 27 June, a total of529 initiation schools, comprising 322 male and 208 female schools enrolled thousands of initiates in the Sekhukhune, Mopani, Waterberg, Vhembe and Capricorn districts.</p><p>The schools closed on Friday evening and Saturday morning to allow initiates time to heal at home before going back to school next week.</p><p>Speaking toThe Citizen, chairman of the Limpopo Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee [PICC], Hosi Mudabula Chauke, hailed this year’s initiation season a success, despite deaths and several challenges.</p><p>“We have had two deaths, one in Moutse in the Dennilton area and the other in the Maake area outside Tzaneen,” said Chauke.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Six-year-old Limpopo boy shot in the head by stray bullet </p> </p> </p>Forced initiations<p>Chauke reflected on 21 initiates being rushed to a local hospital in the Burgenburg area. Five were treated and discharged a few hours later, while the remaining 16 were discharged and reunited with the other initiates at the same school a few days later.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“We have also experienced botched initiation schools, which were later shut down. As if that was not enough,we have also experienced incidents where some people were abducted and initiated forcefully. </p><p>“This is a disturbing trend which is disallowed. Criminal cases were opened, the suspects were arrested and are now facing various criminal charges in different courts across the province,” said Chauke.</p><p>ALSO READ: Traditional healer among three arrested for coercing initiation</p>‘I can’t believe my son is now a man’<p>Meanwhile, thousands of parents of the initiates, relatives, schoolmates and friends are waiting with bated breath for their graduations tonight.</p><p> </p><p>Chickens have been slaughtered, long queues at butcheries have become the order of the day, while braai places, open spaces and sports grounds are ready to accommodate revellers to welcome the graduates.</p><p>One jubilant mother from N’wamitwa in the Letsitele area, Patience Ngobeni, said she can’t wait to welcome her son back home.</p><p>“I am a single mother. My husband died seven years ago. When my son went to the mountain school, I had to borrow money from good Samaritans to pay for his fees. Now he is coming back tomorrow morning and I have prepared his favourite meal.</p><p>“I can’t believe my son is now a man,” she said with tears of joy sliding down her cheeks.</p><p> </p><p>Another resident, Phetola Lebea of Ga-Molepo, said he is throwing a party to welcome his son.</p><p>“It has been three weeks without him. But I am happy when he comes back. He will be respectful, well-mannered and responsible because they taught him well at the mountain school,” said Lebea.</p><p>The Kgoshi Tshwale Initiation School of the Maeteko clan in Jokoni near Giyani outnumbers many schools in Limpopo.</p><p>The school often initates around 5 000 students in one season. </p><p> </p><p>The chief, Norman Tshwale, promised an ocean of booze, mouthwatering meals, music, and dance during the graduation celebration at his palace in the Mopani district municipal area on Friday night.</p><p>NOW READ: Deputy Minister Mathabatha goes to initiation school at age of 68</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics initiation initiation schools Limpopo </p> Joy as Limpopo welcomes back initiates \| The Citizen	查看 3901	《公民报》	2025-07-19 13:00:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211631	有图 <p> The reigning world champions are in action, but so are Australia and New Zealand. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Boks-huddle-Georgia-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>The Springboks face Georgia on Saturday. Picture: Anton Geyser/Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>It’s a bumper Saturday for fans of rugby union, with not only the Springboks in action in the evening, but the All Blacks, Australia, the British and Irish Lions and the Junior Boks are also all playing during the day.</p><p>Kicking things off early Saturday (9.05am) is the third Test between New Zealand and France, with the hosts having already sewn up the series, having won both the first and second Tests. </p><p>They meet in Hamilton on Saturday, with France strengthened after last week, while New Zealand coach Scott Robertson has selected a number of fringe players for the match.</p><p>The home team are still big favourites, at 1.09 for the win, according to Betway. France are at 8.80, while a draw is at 45.00.</p><p>At midday Australia host the British and Irish Lions in the first Test in Brisbane, with the visitors the favourites. They’re at 1.20 to win, while the Wallabies are at 4.30. A draw is at 28.00.</p><p>South Africa are in action at 5.10pm, against tier two Georgia in Mbombela and at 1.00 to win. Georgia pulling off a shock win are at 25.00, while a draw is at 80.00.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Later Saturday, Argentina host Uruguay at 9.40pm, with the hosts at 1.00 for the win. Uruguay are at 25.00 for the win, while a draw is at 90.00.</p><p>At 11pm, the USA face England without their Lions stars, but remain the favourites. They’re at 1.00 for the in, while a surprise victory by the USA is at 26.00. A draw is at 80.00.</p><p>At the World Rugby U20 Championship, the Junior Springboks take on their New Zealand counterparts in the final, in Italy, at 8.30pm. South Africa, after a very good tournament, are slight favourites at 1.51 for the win; New Zealand are at 2.55, while a draw is 22.00.</p><p>All Betway odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Springboks (Bokke/Boks) </p> A feast of rugby for the fans \| The Citizen	查看 2231	《公民报》	2025-07-19 13:01:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211630	有图 <p> South Africa will turn out against Zimbabwe in their next T20 tri-series match on Sunday. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Muthusamy-Proteas-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Proteas spinner Senuran Muthusamy. Picture: Getty Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>South African cricket is building real depth at international level due to solid structures at home, according to spin bowler Senuran Muthusamy.</p><p>Playing with second-string squads, giving multiple younger players a chance, the Proteas secured a 2-0 victory over Zimbabwe in their Test series in Bulawayo earlier this month before beating the hosts in the opening match of the T20 International tri-series in Harare on Monday.</p><p>And while the SA team lost to New Zealand in their second tri-series match on Wednesday, Muthusamy felt they had showcased their ability to shine even without many of the nation’s experienced stars.</p><p>“I think the beauty of South African cricket is that we have a really broad base,” said Muthusamy, who took 1/19 on his T20 International debut against the Black Caps this week.</p><p>“We’ve got a fantastic schoolingsystem, some awesome academies, and we have a structure that continues to produce international cricketers, as we’ve seen over the past few weeks.”</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Proteas batters must find their rhythm, says assistant coach Prince </p> </p> </p>Next game against Zimbabwe<p>Following the match between Zimbabwe and New Zealand in Harare on Friday, the Proteas will turn out again on Sunday when they square up against the host nation.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Though they were eager to book their place in the T20 International tri-series final to be held next weekend, Muthusamy said the South Africans were focusing on their next clash against a hungry Zimbabwe side.</p><p>“We don’t look too far ahead. The most important game is the next game, which is on Sunday,” Muthusamy said.</p><p>“So it’s just about being well prepared for that and doing our best with whichever 11 and whichever combinations get the opportunity to execute their skills.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Proteas cricket team </p> Proteas building off a 'broad base', says spinner Senuran Muthusamy \| The Citizen	查看 2254	《公民报》	2025-07-19 13:36:31 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211629	有图 <p> Siya Kolisi, who plays eighthman for the Sharks, said he did not put his hand up for the Springboks amid their positional shortage. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Siya-Kolisi-Springboks-Cobus-Wiese.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Springbok captain Siya Kolisi believes Cobus Wiese will play well at No 8 though it will be the forward’s first time playing in the position. Picture: Dirk Kotze/Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Playing in just his second Test match, Cobus Wiese, who normally features at lock or flank, will start for the first time in his professional rugby career at No 8 when the Springboks take on Georgia at Mbombela Stadium on Saturday (kick-off 5.10pm).</p><p>He will play there due to a positional shortage left by the injured Cameron Hanekom, Elrigh Louw and Jean-Luc du Preez, and suspended Jasper Wiese (Cobus’ brother). Kwagga Smith will play from the bench. However, specialist eighthman Evan Roos misses out as coach Rassie Erasmus experiments with new players in new positions.</p>Rassie experiments with Boks<p>Bok captain Siya Kolisi, returning from minor injury niggles after missing the three opening games of the season, was expected to be a viable option at eight. Assistant coach Deon Davids admitted that he was, but that the Bok management also had a few other players in mind.</p><p>Kolisi, who has proven himself as a capable eighthman domestically with the Sharks and previously the Stormers, told the media on Friday that he hadn’t asked the coaches whether he might slot in there instead of playing flank.</p><p>“No,” he said. “He [coach Rassie Erasmus] knows. The first position he saw me play was at eight when I was a junior, when I was playing at the Stormers and then I moved to flank. I know I am capable but Kwagga is there and he is also capable. Now Cobus is there and he is going to get the opportunity.”</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Junior Boks’ ‘hunger and aggression’ an inspiration for the Boks, says Kolisi </p> </p> </p>Siya Kolisi happy for Cobus Wiese to play at No 8<p>Kolisi said he does not mind playing in any position, but joked he is not as tall or strong as some of the other specialist eights.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Incidentally, Wiese is 199cm tall and weighs 125kg, compared to Kolisi, who is 189cm 103kg.</p><p>“We know the kind of eights that we have at the Springboks. I don’t think I’m there yet. I need to gain a few kilograms,” Kolisi chuckled. </p><p>He said that while he was always up for the opportunity to play eighthman, others could do it.</p><p>“But I will see. I mean, if I have to do it on Saturday, I will be able to manage and play there. There is no stress about it. Kwagga is available. Cobus, we will see how he goes about it this weekend. It’s a great opportunity against a tough side and I think he will play well this weekend.”</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Siya Kolisi Springboks (Bokke/Boks) </p> Kolisi on possibility of playing No 8 for Boks: 'I'm not there yet' \| The Citizen	查看 3036	《公民报》	2025-07-19 13:41:40 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211628	有图 <p> The two-month Rand Water maintenance project finishes ahead of schedule. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Water-1200x800-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Rand Water has confirmed that it has completed crucial maintenance on its infrastructure in Johannesburg, with taps now starting to fill.</p><p>The project began in May and was completed ahead of schedule on Friday.</p><p>According to the utility, it was undertaken to “enhance system capacity, improving plant availability and reliability, instituting statutory dam safety inspections and boosting overall operational efficiency”.</p><p>“The work was strategically scheduled during the low consumption months to minimise service disruptions and manage the potential negative impact on water supply.</p><p>“To reduce interruptions and allow time for the system recovery, the maintenance programme was divided into three phases, all of which were completed,” Rand Water said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Water, power and reporting problems persist in Tshwane </p> </p> </p>Restoration<p>Dozens of areas and thousands of residents were affected by water outages during the maintenance, with taps running dry in many households.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>While there will be relief at the maintenance work being done, it will take a bit more time for municipal distribution networks to fully recover and for the water supply to return to normal. </p><p>“This is due to the need to rebuild system capacity and pressure, particularly in high-lying areas.</p><p>“These [high-lying] areas are the last to receive water as it must travel uphill and requires more time to restore adequate pressure. The low-lying areas typically recover more quickly,” Rand Water said.</p><p>Restoration can take between a few hours to several days, but Rand Water is closely monitoring the recovery process.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: City Power: These are the areas that will be without electricity next week</p>Water throttling<p>Meanwhile, residents in Zondi and Power Park, Soweto, will have their water throttled over the weekend.</p><p>Johannesburg Water said it will limit water from reservoirs to these areas from 2pm on Saturday until 4am on Sunday morning.</p><p>It said this is to “curb rising consumption, protect reservoir levels and maintain a steady supply for all residents”.</p><p> </p><p>The utility currently applies throttling in other areas of the city, as needed, including:</p>Orange Farm;Lawley;Lenasia;President Park; andDiepsloot.<p>Rotational throttling was also done on Friday evening in areas serviced by the below reservoirs and stations, and is implemented when needed:</p>Constantia tower;Robertville reservoir;Alexander Park reservoir;Berea reservoir;Brixton reservoir;Powerpark reservoir;Doornkop (on the network);Yeoville pump station (reduced pumping);Brixton pump station (reduced pumping);South Hills pump station;Witpoortjie pump station;Grand Central pump station;Randjesfontein pump station; andHoneydew reservoir.<p>NOW READ: ‘If you don’t want to pay more, use less’: Parliament debates new water caps for farmers</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Joburg/Johannesburg Water Johannesburg water </p> Good news! Maintenance complete in Johannesburg ... now we wait for water \| The Citizen	查看 3335	《公民报》	2025-07-19 13:50:02 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211627	有图 <p> The new by-law aims to protect residents against fatal attacks. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/beekeepers.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Picture: Getty Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>A new bee by-law in Pretoria can not only save lives but also contribute to the bee farming and honey industry.</p><p>City of Tshwane MMC for environment and agriculture management Obakeng Ramabodu confirmed that thecity has approved a by-law on the keeping of bees to protect residents against potentially fatal attacks.</p><p>“The Tshwane council has approved the revised by-law which seeks to regulate the keeping of bees in urban areas. The by-law is necessary to strike a balance between the keeping of bees in urban areas and the health and safety of the residents of the city,” he said.</p><p>Ramabodu said bees are important to food security, as they pollinate most edible plants, fruits and vegetables in gardens as well as ornamental plants.</p><p>“However, bees such as the African honeybee can also be fatal. They attack humans and animals if disturbed, aggravated or agitated. As such, humans who are allergic to bee stings may die from the attacks of these bees if they are not treated immediately.”</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Water, power and reporting problems persist in Tshwane </p> </p> </p>What the by-laws say<p>Ramabodu said that most residential areas are becoming denser and the keeping of bees on small properties creates a health risk for neighbouring properties.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The by-law encourages beekeepers to use catch boxes to relocate bees that have naturalised in residential areas and have become a nuisance to the residents.</p><p>“Beekeepers are encouraged to keep bees in areas that do not threaten the health of their neighbours. This bylaw will control the keeping of beehives in residential areas. The by-law excludes the keeping of bees on any nature reserves, natural open spaces, agricultural land and any other property zoned for beekeeping,” he said.</p><p>Transvaal Agricultural Union chairman Bennie van Zyl said there were many bees in Pretoria.</p><p>“Bees are very important to us as farmers and the pre-existence of our coexistence. We depend on the work that bees do and their role in plants,” he said.</p><p> </p><p>Van Zyl said bee farming was a very positive development, not only beneficial for the agricultural sector but also a step in preserving the bee species and protecting the public.</p><p>ALSO READ: Limpopo farmers use bee barriers to deter elephants</p>Bee farmer welcomes law change<p>Local bee farmers such as Alex van Rooyen believe the new bylaw will make their lives easier because they can use a catch box or a swarm trap to relocate the bees and continue farming with them.</p><p>“Now they can legally catch bees which they couldn’t before.</p><p> </p><p>“It means we can start farming with more bees and increase honey production. Additionally, it will help the public with their bee problems at home and eliminate them.</p><p>“This will help bees. Currently, we have to catch bees in the fields and the bush. This makes it easier for us to put up a catch box or a swarm trap to relocate the bees and farm with them,” he said.</p><p>NOW READ: ‘Bees are helping me through a terminal auto-immune disease’ – Lulu Letlape </p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics bees food Tshwane </p> Big change for those catching bees in Tshwane \| The Citizen	查看 3580	《公民报》	2025-07-19 14:00:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211626	有图 <p> Dr Redelinghuys said telephobia presents as a form of social anxiety. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iStock-478731542.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Afraid of the big bad ring: GenZ. Picture iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The phone is no longer just the phone. It’s becoming the damn phone.</p><p>This, because the massive amount of spam that South Africans are being subjected to has created substantial anxiety, particularly amongst Gen Zs. But it doesn’t exclude the rest of us.</p><p>Telephobia, or the fear and concomitant anxiety associated with speaking on the phone, has become a recognised condition and a sign of modern times.</p><p>While the condition was first discussed in psychological circles in the 1990s, it has gained momentum recently with global search spikes for the term, according to netnographer and cultural trends analyst Carmen Murray, recorded in June 2023, July 2024, and March 2025.</p><p>Murray said that the pandemic played a major role in reshaping how people communicate. </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘David vs Goliath’: Meta agrees to hand over child porn channel creator information </p> </p> </p><p>“During lockdown, people became used to messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Teams and Slack. Direct phone calls started to feel disruptive and often unwanted,” she said. It’s now embedded in popular culture.</p><p> </p><p> </p>Phone call anxiety is real<p>Phone call anxiety is not limited to inconvenience. </p><p>According to Murray, increased robocalls, scam attempts using AI-generated voices and unlabelled call centre numbers add to this. </p><p>In South Africa, the trend is compounded by what Murray called Hassle Culture, where frequent unsolicited calls and aggressive marketing have made consumers wary. </p><p>“There’s reputational risk now when you call someone. Trust in the phone as a communication tool is eroding.” </p><p> </p><p>And all this has contributed to widespread distrust. </p><p>“Many companies now call from mobile numbers too, which are often the same format scammers use,” she said.</p><p>ALSO READ: Why are we so negative? An expert answers</p><p>Outside of personal preferences, South African consumers report high volumes of unsolicited calls. </p><p> </p><p>Murray said that there isn’t a day that goes by when she isn’t hassled several times by pretend-familiar salespeople trying to push their wares. </p><p>“They come in waves, and if you don’t answer the first time, the robot just keeps calling you until you give in,” she said. “This, despite POPIA, despite strict regulations, they just do whatever they want with no consideration to the consequences or impact on someone else’s day.”</p>Spam calls are shortsighted<p>Psychologist and medical doctor Dr Jonathan Redelinghuys said that hammering consumers with calls is short-sighted. </p><p>“The aversion that an individual can develop towards a certain product or brand can become more damaging to a business than the actual call was worth,” he said.</p><p> </p><p>Murray said that the result is that people have stopped answering altogether. That is, unless they know the person on the other end of the line.</p><p>Dr Redelinghuys said telephobia presents as a form of social anxiety. </p><p>“Not seeing someone’s face or body language during a call creates uncertainty. People fear being misunderstood, judged by their tone, or freezing mid-conversation,” he said. </p><p>He agreed that telephobia may be fuelled by past experiences. </p><p> </p><p>“Some people associate phone calls with bad news. Others are self-conscious about their voice or feel they need a script to handle live interactions. Others just feel it spoils their day and gets their blood boiling when it is the umpteenth sales call in a day.”</p><p>ALSO READ:Huawei unveils Pura 80 series smartphones with innovative camera system [VIDEO]</p>Text is best<p>This avoidance of Alexander Bell’s invention is increasingly visible in younger workers, said Murray. </p><p>A 2024 Uswitch survey found that 61% of 18 to 34-year-olds prefer texting or WhatsApps to phone calls, and 23% of them never answer unknown numbers. </p><p>In the UK, coaching sessions have been introduced to help students overcome phone anxiety. </p><p>“They’ve grown up using asynchronous communication,” said Murray, “where responses can be thought through and edited. A phone call does not allow that level of control,” she said.</p><p>The impact is also being felt in the workplace. Dr Redelinghuys said that communication expectations are changing, but not everyone’s on the same page. </p><p>“In some environments, avoiding calls can affect job interviews, client meetings, or collaborative work. It’s important to recognise that these habits don’t mean someone is unprofessional. It could just be that their communication style is different.”</p><p>Murray added that in the absence of POPIA enforcement against harassment, consumers are beginning to automate their own defences. </p><p>“Apps that block spam or screen unknown numbers are now standard. Increasingly, people are setting their phones to silent by default and choosing to engage on their own terms. If at all.” </p><p>She said that as businesses automate client interactions, consumers will follow suit. </p><p>“Agentic AI will allow users to deploy personal assistants to handle calls, negotiate services, and interact with companies directly.”</p><p>Dr Redelinghuys said it is important for businesses and institutions to adapt. </p><p>“Phone calls are still useful in many cases, but the way people use them is changing. Understanding these behaviours is essential if we want to maintain clear communication across generations.”</p><p>NOW READ: Never say these 7 things on a first date</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics advertising Generation Z (Gen Z) phone WhatsApp </p> Why Gen Z fears phones \| The Citizen	查看 5952	《公民报》	2025-07-19 14:00:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211625	有图 <p> Christiaan Bezuidenhout is the best-placed South African, but some way off the pace set by Scottie Scheffler. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bezuidenhout-Open-halfway-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Christiaan Bezuidenhout is one of three South Africans to make it to the weekend at the Open. Picture: Christian Petersen/Getty Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Only three South Africans have been left standing after the first two rounds of the 153rd Open Championship being played at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland.</p><p>Christiaan Bezuidenhout, who was joint leader after Thursday’s opening round, is at two-over-par and in a tie for 17th. He followed up his opening 67 with a 73 on Friday.</p><p>The two other South Africans to make the halfway cut at the year’s final Major are Dean Burmester, who is tied-34th after two consecutive rounds of 71, even-par, and Thriston Lawrence, who followed up his opening round 73 with a good 70 to be tied 51st on one-over-par.</p><p>The leader of the Open is American Scottie Scheffler, who followed up his opening 68 with a brilliant 64 on Friday. His round included eight birdies and one dropped shot, at the par-four 11th, when the rain was at its heaviest during the day.</p>Cut at halfway<p>The eight other South Africans who teed off on Thursday failed to make it to the weekend. The cut line was one-over par.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Bezuidenhout in the mix at 153rd Open at Royal Portrush </p> </p> </p><p>SA Open winner Dylan Naidoo, in his first Major, shot rounds of 74 and 72 to be four-over par.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Shaun Norris shot 72 and 75, to be five-over-par, while young Aldrich Potgieter’s opening 77 cost him badly as he followed that up with a solid 70 on Friday, to be five-over-par in total.</p><p>Former Open winner, at St Andrews in 2010, Louis Oosthuizen finished at six-over-par, Darren Fichardt at seven-over-par, Justin Walters at eight-over-par, Daniel van Tonder at 14-over-par and amateur 18-year-old Bryan Newman at 15-over-par.</p><p>Full leaderboard</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Golf </p> SA players struggle at Open at Royal Portrush \| The Citizen	查看 2205	《公民报》	2025-07-19 14:01:57 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211624	有图 <p> The motive for the shooting is unknown at this stage and police are on the hunt for 10 suspects. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Shooting-stock-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Five people were killed and nine injured in a late-night shooting at a Gauteng tavern on Friday.</p><p>According to police, a large gang entered the drinking hole at Shoba informal settlement in Olievenhoutbosch, Pretoria, around 10.30pm “and started shooting randomly, without saying a word”.</p><p>Two women and three men were shot and killed in the chaos.</p><p>The motive for the shooting is unknown at this stage and police are on the hunt for 10 suspects.</p><p>Cases of murder and attempted murder have been opened for investigation.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Top 10 stories of the day: Toddler dies in fire \| Tarven mass shooting \| No ARVs in Gauteng water </p> </p> </p><p>“Police are appealing to anyone who might have information that can help in the investigation or assist in the apprehension of the suspects to please call the nearest police station or call Crime Stop on 08600 10111,” said Gauteng police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Mavela Masondo.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Masondo told the media the owner of the tavern had been taken in for questioning and is believed to be an illegal immigrant.</p><p>Police believe community members may be able to help them piece together what may have led to the shooting.</p><p>This is a developing story</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Crime Gauteng Mass shootings shooting </p> Mass shooting in Gauteng tavern: Gang of 'silent' gunmen kill five \| The Citizen	查看 1693	《公民报》	2025-07-19 14:34:32 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211623	有图 <p> "Rand Water has not detected ARVs at the point of abstraction in the Vaal Dam and not in any of its treated drinking water" </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/drinking-water-tap.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Rand Water says its water is safe to drink. Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Rand Water has allayed fears of ARV-contaminated drinking water in Gauteng.</p><p>Recent research by North-West University found a significant concentration of antiretrovirals (ARVs) in SA water sources. A high number of South Africans are currently on HIV/Aids treatment, leading to traces of the chemical entering sewage systems.</p><p>Water and sanitation department spokesperson Wisane Mavasa said this week that traces of ARVs were found downstream of wastewater treatment plants.</p><p>“This means that the municipal wastewater treatment works are not removing them, because most existing wastewater treatment works have not been designed to remove CECs. Low concentrations of ARVs were found in some of the drinking water samples.</p><p>“There is a possibility that high concentrations of ARVs in sewage or municipal wastewater might reduce the effectiveness of the wastewater treatment works in removing bacteria from the wastewater. Further research is required in this regard,” Mavasa said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Mass shooting in Gauteng tavern: Gang of ‘silent’ gunmen kill five </p> </p> </p>Rand Water on ARVs <p>Rand Water said it had been monitoring ARVs since 2015 and confirmed that it had located the chemicals in natural waters located downstream of wastewater treatment plants. However, the utility takes water from the Vaal Dam, which is upstream of these plants.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Rand Water has not detected ARVs at the point of abstraction in the Vaal Dam and not in any of its treated final drinking water.”</p><p>It assured the public that its drinking water is safe for human consumption and complies with water standards.</p><p>“Rand Water remains committed to ongoing research around emerging contaminants in source waters. This is achieved through active participation in national research projects and funding of university chairs in water utilisation, organic chemistry and public health.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Here’s government’s plan for South Africa’s ARV-contaminated water</p><p> </p>Government to address contamination if needed<p>Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, the water department said it would develop strategies to address contamination, if necessary. This would include working with researchers and the Water Research Commission.</p><p>“Most wastewater treatment works were designed some time ago and they weren’t designed with this high level of antiretroviral chemicals being in sewage in mind,” the department’s director-general Sean Phillips said.</p><p>NOW READ: Water department explains why microplastics, chemicals and ARVs are in South African water</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Gauteng Rand Water </p> ARVs not found in Gauteng drinking water, says Rand Water \| The Citizen	查看 3088	《公民报》	2025-07-19 14:45:53 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211622	有图 <p> Residents have been urged to exercise patience during the supply restoration period as the network takes time to recover </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tshwane.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>If it isn’t the power, it’s the water in the city of Tshwane, with multiple outages, maintenance and delayed ETAs.</p><p>Tshwane spokesperson Lindela Mashigo has urged residents to exercise patience during the supply restoration period as the network takes time to recover before it reaches the required pressure.</p><p>“At this moment, the city’s reservoirs, which are fed by the Hartebeeshoek reservoir, are empty. It is, however, reassuring to note that the city’s distribution network has started to fill.</p><p>“Once the network is fully pressurised, the levels of the reservoirs will start picking up. </p><p>“The city is once more pleading with residents in low-lying areas to use water sparingly when the supply is restored, to allow the system to reach a level at which high-lying areas can get a supply,” he said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Big change for those catching bees in Tshwane </p> </p> </p>Water tankers<p>Mashigo said the city will continue to provide water through roaming water tankers to affected customers until the supply is fully restored.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Tshwane has been informed by Rand Water that the cleaning, maintenance and inspection of the Hartebeeshoek reservoir has been completed. The water utility’s team of technicians managed to timely complete the work, which started on 3 July and was anticipated to take 16 days, with the last day being Friday, 18 July,” he said.</p><p>Mashigo said that during the maintenance period, various areas in Region 1 experienced a water supply interruption, prompting the city to dispatch water tankers to the affected areas.</p><p>“The water utility is currently supplying the Tshwane reservoirs through the bypass system, while simultaneously working on filling the Hartebeeshoek reservoir.</p><p>“According to Rand Water, supplying directly through the reservoir at this stage would significantly delay the network recovery. Consequently, both processes are being conducted in parallel to optimise supply restoration,” he said.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Tshwane battles power outages</p>Power outage<p>Earlier this week, parts of Equestria experienced another prolonged power outage due to a trip on the 1 transformer at Wapadrand substation, which has left residents in the area and surrounding areas without power for days earlier this month.</p><p>The same area also suffered prolonged water outages last week after a scheduled four-hour maintenance period turned into days.</p><p>Ward councillor Jacqui Uys described it as an unending frustration of issues plaguing Equestria.</p><p> </p><p>Although the outages are not caused by the substation itself, but faults in the cable network, the new substation will have better protections and not trip the entire transformer. Only the area affected by the cable fault will trip. </p><p>“The first half of the new substation was commissioned in April and was expected to be operational by the end of that month. The city is just not implementing the switch-over. This needs to be done,” she said.</p><p>Uys said the problem was that every time there is an outage, just enough work is done to get the power on and the network is not restored to the state it was designed for, which left two different power outages in Equestria.</p><p>There have been reports of a massive power outage affecting the Hatfield area, with some businesses claiming it was the second day without power.</p><p> </p>Can’t report a problem<p>A municipal worker who agreed to speak anonymously said that, besides the challenges of overtime caps and the shortage of supplies due to the end of the financial year, the challenges of connecting to the e-Tshwane platform and the Tshwane Mobile app added to the backlog.</p><p>“If people want to report through E-Tshwane, they may not be able to determine what an indication of the large area is for you and allocate additional resources,” the worker said.</p><p>The city has apologised to its customers currently experiencing challenges connecting to the e-Tshwane platform and the Tshwane Mobile app since Thursday.</p><p>“This comes as a result of a faulty line between the city’s network system and the e-Tshwane platform, which has also impacted access to the Tshwane mobile app. The city’s technicians are currently attending to the matter with a view to restoring this essential service.”</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ:Tshwane municipality issues warning to landlords illegally subdividing apartments</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Electricity Tshwane water </p> Water, power and reporting problems persist in Tshwane \| The Citizen	查看 4883	《公民报》	2025-07-19 15:00:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211621	有图 <p> Swaggy SUV sprints from 0 to 100km/h in just 5.16 to destroy the king of hot hatches. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/omoda-c9-phev-road-test-results-front.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Think twice before taking on the Omoda C9 PHEV when the light turns green. Picture: Mark Jones</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>There is no denying that Chery-owned Omoda has made a big splash with the introduction the C9 PHEV. This SUV has mostly been paraded around as a fashion accessory. It’s always seen on display at high-end celeb events, with the most recent being the Durban July.</p><p>But the Omoda C9 has another side to it, and that is its hardcore performance capabilities. Not only is it faster than any other SUV at the price. But this family SUV can also straight up to a VW Golf 8 GTI and destroy it out on the road.</p>Petrol and electricity combine<p>PHEV stands for plug-in hybrid electric vehicle and this means that the 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine gets a proper shot of electricity. Making only 105kW and 215Nm, the petrol engine would not even be a threat to VW Golf 8.5 1.4 TSI. But add a 34.5kWh battery into the mix that drives four electric motors, one at each wheel, and you have a 440kW/915Nm Golf GTI killer.</p><p>ALSO READ: Intensely shocked plug-in hybrid Omoda C9 SHS arriving in June</p><p>The battery adds 335kW of power and 700Nm of torque. The extra urge is driven down to all four wheels via a three-speed DHT auto box. Stomping on the accelerator of the Omoda C9 PHEV produced a tested 0 to 100km/h time of 5.16 seconds, which is fractionally slower than the claimed 4.9 seconds, but its way quicker than the 5.88 posted by the VW Golf 8 GTI.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> PODCAST: Chery Tiggo Cross HEV game changer in the making </p> </p> </p><p>Is there a downside? The short answer is yes. There is a delay from when you hit the accelerator to when the C9 figures it all out and lets the car go. This everybody will live with because after that it bolts as you have just read.</p><p> </p><p> </p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/omoda-c9-phev-road-test-results-rear.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>The Omoda C9 PHEV produces a total of 445kW of power and 915Nm of torque. Picture: Mark Jones</sub>Omoda C9 PHEV’s runs inconsistent<p>What concerned me was that the runs were not consistent. Sometimes the petrol engine would kick in earlier and then later, and this meant you could get a fast Omoda C9 one run and then you could get a not so fast one the next. I even had it the one time where something glitched and the car limped to about 120km/h and would not go any faster.</p><p>What didn’t glitch was the fuel consumption. Omoda claim an overall figure of 1.4-litres per 100km and a range of 150km on the battery alone to give a combined number of over 1 100km.</p><p>The C9 PHEV offers 70kW fast-charging capability at public charging stations. This takes the car from 30 to 80% in around 25 minutes. Or you can use the Omoda installed wall charger at your home and recharge the battery in five and a half hours when it is parked in your garage doing nothing.</p>Impressive fuel economy<p>In my world, I could get away with using battery power most of the time. So, my cost to run the Omoda C9 PHEV was minimal and even below 1.4 litres per 100km. The only caveat is that although the car indicated that I had 150km of battery range when fully charged as claimed, this figure was never realised. The best I could get was around 100km. This said, at the end of my week with the car, I ended up averaging an impressive 6.8 litres per 100km, because this included the drive out to Gerotek and all the flat out runs done there.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Six things you need to know about the new Omoda C9 PHEV</p><p>Talking of drive, there was one thing that really irritated me. The brakes. The pedal feel is so electronically manipulated. No matter the setting chosen, the brakes were far too sensitive, especially at low speed. And not once, but almost every time I applied the brakes, the passengers landed up pinned against the seatbelts. Maybe over time one might figure the brakes out, but I couldn’t in my short time with the car.</p><p>The Omoda C9 PHEV offers all sorts of luxury and tech, which we have covered in The Citizen Motoring already. Every driver assistance feature is offered too, and the car has space for days. If you can get over the frustration of operating most of the controls on the big centre digital screen and ignore the odd system failure warnings that pop up on the dash. The car is a great place to spend a lot of time.</p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/omoda-c9-phev-road-test-results-cabin.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>The Omoda C9 PHEV sports a very futuristic interior. Picture: Mark Jones</sub>Value for money<p>Pricing for the new Omoda C9 PHEV is R999 000. It’s a big junk of change to lay out for a Chinese car that has some glitches. But it is better priced than anything in its segment.</p><p> </p><p>Giving you long term peace of mind, the car comes with a seven-year/100 000km service plan, seven-year/200 000km vehicle warranty, 10-year/200 000km warranty for certain electric drive unit components, 10-year/one million km engine warranty and a new industry-leading 10-year/unlimited km power battery pack warranty for the first owner, reverting to 10 years/200 000km for subsequent owners.</p>Omoda C9 PHEV test results<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/omoda-c9-phev-road-test-data.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Chery golf gti Road Tests Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) </p> Dashing Omoda C9 plug-in hybrid proves to be a Golf GTI-killer \| The Citizen	查看 6194	《公民报》	2025-07-19 15:05:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211620	有图 <p> You would excuse South African consumers for being cynical about saving given that their money runs out before the month does. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Debt-75-of-income.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Most consumers are cynical about National Savings Month in July, asking how they can even begin to think about saving when they spend 75% of their income to repay debts which are usually the result of borrowing just to survive.</p><p>According to the 2025 1Life Generational Debt Survey, only 41% of employed South Africans manage to save each month and even those who do are often not saving nearly enough to build financial security.</p><p>A further 36% say they simply do not earn enough to save at all. </p><p>The situation is just as concerning among middle- to higher-income earners, as DebtBusters reports that individuals earning R5 000 or less are using 75% of their income to service debt. People earning R35 000 or more are not much better off, spending 74% of their income on debt repayments.</p><p>“Too many South Africans are overwhelmed by debt and living paycheque to paycheque, but no matter your income level, there are real, practical steps you can take to regain control, build healthier money habits and start working towards long-term financial stability,” Hayley Parry, money coach and facilitator at 1Life’s Truth About Money, says.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Take your greedy hands off Joburg parks and sports facilities </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Savings month: How to save like a millionaire – even if you are not one yet</p><p> </p><p> </p>Stop telling consumers they must save and show them how to<p>Tando Ngibe, senior manager at Budget Insurance, says we must move beyond simply telling people to save and start showing them how. </p><p>“Budgeting does not have to be complicated. Even small changes can create breathing room and protect you from the financial shocks that so often derail progress. It is about building a new culture of money awareness and resilience.”</p><p>Insights from the 2025 1Life Generational Debt Survey paint a sobering picture of the nation’s financial health:</p>22% of respondents admit that past financial decisions have left them in debt34% are carrying inherited debt passed on by previous generations53% still believe they can build generational wealth, even with a modest income.<p>Separate research from Trading Economics highlights just how strained household budgets are. South Africa’s household savings rate dropped to -1.2% in the fourth quarter of 2024 from -1.0% in the third quarter, according to Trading Economics.</p><p> </p><p>Parry and Ngibe agree that while the data is sobering, it is not the end of the story.</p><p>ALSO READ: Savings month: Here’s how to build your financial future brick by brick</p>Stop judging consumers for not saving and equip them to<p>Parry says they are not there to judge, but to equip. </p><p>“Financial freedom starts with knowledge and consistent action. Even if your starting point is deep in debt, there is always a way forward and platforms like 1Life’s Truth About Money, which offers free courses tailored to different life stages, are designed to help South Africans take that first step.</p><p> </p><p>“The choices we make today do not just affect our own futures; they have the power to break cycles of inherited debt and create lasting financial security for the next generation.”</p><p>Ngibe echoes this sentiment, saying it is time to demystify money. </p><p>“Savings Month is not just about setting aside cash but about shifting mindsets, breaking generational cycles and making sure every rand works as hard as you do. With the right tools, support and commitment, financial resilience is possible.”</p><p>They say this National Savings Month, the message is clear: it is never too early or too late to take back control of your money, and you do not have to do it alone.</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics debt saving </p> How can you save when you use 75% of your income to pay debts?	查看 4135	《公民报》	2025-07-19 16:00:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211619	有图 <p> The Springboks are targeting the win first, before unleashing new tricks, in their final mid-year Test against Georgia, says assistant coach Mzwandile Stick. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Mzwandile-Stick-2-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Springbok assistant coach Mzwandile Stick. Picture: Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Springboks will be focusing on the win before unveiling any new tricks, according to assistant coach Mzwandile Stick, when they take on Georgia in their final incoming series match of the season at the Mbombela Stadium on Saturday (kick-off 5.10pm).</p><p>The Boks have enjoyed a solid start to the season, with a 54-7 win over the invitational Barbarians in Cape Town and a 42-24 win over Italy at Loftus, before they unveiled a full bag of tricks in their entertaining 45-0 thrashing of the Italians in the second Test in Gqeberha over the past weekend.</p><p>The match has become a major talking point in World Rugby, after the Boks unleashed two new trick plays, the short kick-off and the midfield “fake lineout” maul, which has garnered much attention, mostly positive from in South Africa and mostly negative from outside.</p><p>With the Boks having a final chance to try out some new moves against Tier 2 Georgia this weekend, Stick admitted that if the chance arises they could do something, but that their full focus was on securing the result first.</p><p>“We always try to build our game. We don’t want to become a team that is predictable in the way we play. I think creativity in our team is something that we try when we get an opportunity. You can see some of the tricks we used (against Italy),” Stick said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Junior Boks’ ‘hunger and aggression’ an inspiration for the Boks, says Kolisi </p> </p> </p>Springboks DNA<p>“But we don’t want to lose our DNA and what makes us Springboks. We still want to improve our set pieces. We still want to improve how we play the game defence wise when it comes to momentum and we still want to improve at the breakdown. Against Italy we had a big challenge there.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“So tricks wise we will keep on evolving and trying things as long as they are by the letter of the law. The nice thing is we have a very experienced (former) ref in Jaco Peyper in our management team. So we always bounce ideas and get approval from him.</p><p>“If there is an opportunity for us to try something different we will. But we are also well aware that the Georgians also might try somethings. So we can’t get too comfortable and our main focus is to win the game.”</p><p>Although the Boks are heavy favourites, despite them again rotating their match day squad extensively, Stick said that Georgia would bring a unique physical challenge, especially in the scrums, which they are relishing.</p><p>“We are playing against Georgia. This is one of the toughest teams that you will play when it comes to the physical side of the game. Set piece wise, especially when it comes to the scrums, and we know how they take pride in making big contact in the game,” said Stick.</p><p> </p><p>“I also like how passionate they are. I have been to Georgia before and those people are very tough human beings. So it is going to be a tough one, but the more we execute our plan the better it will be.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Mbombela Mzwandile Stick Springboks (Bokke/Boks) </p> Springboks target win over tricks in Georgian Test – Stick	查看 3610	《公民报》	2025-07-19 16:01:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211618	有图 <p> A petition labelled "No to Madueke" has attracted more than 5,000 signatures from Arsenal fans. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Noni-Madueke-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Arsenal sealed their controversial signing of Chelsea forward Noni Madueke in a deal worth a reported £48 million ($65 million) on Friday. Photo: Glyn KIRK / AFP</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Arsenal sealed their controversial signing of Chelsea forward Noni Madueke in a deal worth a reported £48 million ($65 million) on Friday.</p><p>Madueke agreed a five-year contract with the Gunners as he moved to the Emirates Stadium despite complaints from Arsenal fans.</p><p>ALSO READ: Chelsea boss Maresca hails ‘great triumph’ in winning Club World Cup</p><p>The 23-year-old will provide competition for Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli on the flanks in Mikel Arteta’s side.</p><p>Madueke’s switch across London, which could eventually exceed £52 million with performance-related add-ons, has sparked stinging criticism from supporters who believe he is not worth the price tag.</p><p>A petition labelled ‘No to Madueke’ has attracted more than 5,000 signatures from Arsenal fans, while murals outside the Emirates were vandalised with ‘Arteta out’ slogans.</p><p>Madueke left Chelsea’s Club World Cup winning campaign in the United States last Friday to undergo his medical at Arsenal and put the finishing touches to the deal.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Noni is an exciting and powerful young player, with his performances and numbers in recent seasons being of consistently high quality. He is one of the most talented wide forward players in the Premier League,” Arteta said.</p><p>“At just 23, Noni already brings experience of club and international football, and he knows the Premier League very well. Having seen the quality of Noni’s performances up close in recent seasons, we’re really excited he is joining us.</p><p>“Noni joins our group with familiar England teammates and other players he knows. He will be made to feel at home straight away. His arrival will really improve our squad. We’re all thrilled to have him here.”</p>– ‘Great to go back home’ –<p>Madueke, who raised in north London added: “I’m really happy and really proud, so it’s a great moment for me. It’s great to go back home, be with my mum, my dad. I know my mum misses me in the house!</p><p> </p><p>“It’s already a great team with a clear identity and I can’t wait to bring my style to the team and try and help the boys as much as possible to take that next step.</p><p>“I want to win all the competitions we’re in. I feel like we’re definitely capable of doing that.”</p><p>Madueke scored 11 times for Chelsea in all competitions last season, taking his overall tally to 20 in 90 appearances in all competitions for the Blues.</p><p>He helped Chelsea qualify for the Champions League and win the UEFA Conference League last term, as well as making his first England appearances.</p><p> </p><p>Madueke, who joined Chelsea from PSV Eindhoven for £30 million in 2023, is the latest close-season signing by Arsenal after the arrivals of midfielders Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard and goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga.</p><p>ALSO READ: Liverpool eye blockbuster bid for Newcastle’s Isak: reports</p><p>He takes Arsenal’s spending so far to around £120 million, with Valencia defender Cristhian Mosquera’s £13 million move expected to be finalised shortly.</p><p>Arsenal also remain hopeful of signing Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres.</p><p>Madueke will join up with his new Arsenal team-mates in early August after their pre-season tour of Singapore and Hong Kong.</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Arsenal F.C. Chelsea F.C. Premier League (EPL) </p> Arsenal seal divisive move for Chelsea winger Madueke	查看 3824	《公民报》	2025-07-19 16:01:43 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211617	有图 <p> Mchunu also warned against a person acting as accuser, investigator, prosecutor and judge. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/minister-vs-commisioner-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>KZN police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi (left) and police minister Senzo Mchunu. Pictures: Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>“On leave” police minister Senzo Mchunu has fired off what many see as a thinly-veiled attack at KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, suggesting officials should remember who put them there in the first place.</p><p>Mchunu was speaking at an ANC event on Friday where he told attendees that the party appointed black generals in the police and suggested they should be grateful to the ANC for their positions.</p><p>“The ANC appointed black generals so that we also have generals in the army and in the police. They should not trample on this opportunity they were given by the ANC,” Mchunu said.</p><p>“They got this opportunity through blood and sweat. There are those who deserved to wear those mantles and camouflage uniforms, but they are dead and they never got that opportunity. They died in the struggle.</p><p>“They [generals] must respect their positions in the manner that it was hoped that they would when we were fighting for liberation.”</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Six-year-old Limpopo boy shot in the head by stray bullet </p> </p> </p><p>The minister was placed on special leave last weekend after Mkhwanazi made several allegations about him and other top police officials, including accusations of political interference, corruption and collusion with criminal syndicates. President Cyril Ramaphosa also announced a judicial commission of inquiry into the allegations.</p><p> </p><p> </p>‘That will be the end of all of us’<p>Speaking to broadcaster Newzroom Afrika, Mchunu also warned against a person acting as both accuser and judge.</p><p>“The day South Africa allows one person, whoever it is, to suspect someone and then investigate them, and then become a prosecutor, and then a judge, and issue a verdict all in one place. That would be the direct reversal of what the struggle for justice is about.</p><p>“That will be the end of all of us in the country,” he said.</p><p>Mchunu said the justice system allowed allegations to be made, but had a system in place to test the claims and for the accused to defend themselves.</p><p> </p><p>“It is fair to wait for the commission to deliberate. I support what the president decided. It is fair and square.”</p>Mchunu ‘not immune’ from prosecution<p>Ramaphosa’s decision to place Mchunu on special leave has sparked fierce debate, with the MK party taking the matter to court and calling for the minister to be fired.</p><p>ALSO READ: MK party takes Ramaphosa to ConCourt over Mchunu special leave decision</p><p>There are also concerns that while he is on leave, Mchunu’s influence in the police may impede the investigation.</p><p> </p><p>Parliament’s legal advisor,advocate Andile Tetyana,said on Wednesday that Mchunu’s leave did not grant him immunity.</p><p>“Minister Mchunu is not clothed with legal immunity by virtue of him being on special leave. We know for a fact now that he will be a material witness in the work of the commission and should criminal misconduct be found on his part, he will be charged and prosecuted,” he told parliament on Wednesday.</p><p>Ramaphosa has defended his decision, saying punitive action against Mchunu would set a dangerous precedent.</p><p>“These allegations are serious. They are also untested.</p><p> </p><p>“It is therefore necessary that we establish the facts through an independent, credible and thorough process so that we can ensure accountability and safeguard public confidence in the police service,” he said in Parliament this week.</p><p>NOW READ: ‘Get your popcorn factory ready’ — McKenzie willing to testify at the commission into Mkhwanazi allegations</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Cyril Ramaphosa Police Senzo Mchunu </p> Digs at Mkhwanazi? Black generals must not trample on opportunity ANC gave them, says Mchunu \| The Citizen	查看 4236	《公民报》	2025-07-19 16:06:51 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211616	有图 <p> Plenty of bet types on offer for World Matchplay. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Luke-Littler-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Luke Littler is the favourite for the World Darts Matchplay title. Picture: James Smith/Sam Snap/Getty Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Calls for darts to be included in the Olympic Games are getting louder. The game hasn’t been seriously considered by Olympic chiefs – yet – because it’s long been considered a “pub game”, associated with booze and misspent youth.</p><p>But darts is officially a sport in many countries and seems to require similar abilities to archery and firearms shooting which have been in the Olympics forever.</p><p>Sir Clive Woodward, famed rugby coach, is an important ally: “Darts? Definitely an Olympic sport – look at the fans, TV coverage, audience and real skill under pressure.”</p><p>Some estimate darts is the third most popular televised sport in England. This weekend that country’s seaside city Blackpool hosts the start of the World Darts Matchplay, which ends next Sunday.</p><p>The tournament is a major attraction for online bettors around the world, with a variety of bet types on offer.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Pirates end Spanish tour with victory over Granada </p> </p> </p><p>For the uninitiated, the basic rules of darts:</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Players both start with a score of 501 and try to whittle that down by subtracting scores they get with rounds of three darts. The first to reach 0 wins a leg. To reach 0 you must finish on a double – e.g. with 40 left, you need double 20.</p><p>The simplest bets are Match Winner and Correct Scores.</p><p>The Most 180s market is predicting which player will hit the most 180s in the match. A 180 is the highest score possible with three darts. The Total 180s is the number achieved in a match – e.g. over 10.5 or under 10.5.</p><p>Some bookies offer handicaps for supposedly weaker players. Nine darts are the fewest amount of darts to win a leg win – a “yes” or “no” bet option, as is the highest three-dart finish of 170.</p><p> </p><p>Betway’s hot favourite for the World Darts Matchplay is youthful sensation Luke Littler on 3.40, with Luke Humphries next on 5.45.</p> </p> Fancy a game of darts? \| The Citizen	查看 2311	《公民报》	2025-07-19 16:27:32 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211615	有图 <p> It was an amazing individual effort that has lived long in the minds of FIFA Club World Cup 2025 fans. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Ribeiro-scores-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Lucas Ribeiro #10 of Mamelodi Sundowns FC scores his team’s first goal during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group F match against Borussia Dortmund at TQL Stadium on June 21 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Photo: Dylan Buell / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Lucas Ribeiro Costa’s goal against Borussia Dortmund has been voted the Goal of the Tournament of the FIFA Club World Cup, beating the likes of Lionel Messi, Jamal Musiala, Joao Pedro.</p><p>Ribeiro picked the ball up inside his own half and went on an incredible 67-yard run past two Borussia Dortmund defenders before slotting home past and outstretched Gregor Kobel.</p><p>ALSO READ: Cardoso grateful to Sundowns and staff after PSL nomination</p><p>The Brazilian opened the scoring for Sundowns in a thrilling seven-goal group stage encounter. However, Dortmund ultimately prevailed with a 4-3 victory in one of the tournament’s most thrilling matches.</p><p>It was an amazing individual effort that has lived long in the minds of FIFA Club World Cup 2025 fans.</p><p>“I am always confident. I’m very happy to have scored the goal,” said Ribeiro.</p><p>“The moment I turned with the ball, I said, ‘OK, let me go, let me put the ball in the space.’ I’m happy with the goal, but the most important thing is that the team played well.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Nkota: Ettifaq move is a ‘dream come true’</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“I have good speed. But not normally over a long distance. This was the difference for me scoring this goal,” added Ribeiro.</p><p>The Sundowns star’s long-range run beat out the likes of Kenan Yildiz outside the box screamer against Wydad AC, Lionel Messi’s free-kick finish against FC Porto and Joao Pedro’s stunner against Fluminense FC.</p><p> <p> <p> </p> <p><svg><g><g><g></g></g></g></svg></p><p> <p>View this post on Instagram</p> <p> </p><p> </p><p> </p> <p> </p><p>A post shared by FIFA Club World Cup (@fifaclubworldcup)</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Borussia Dortmund F.C. Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. (Sundowns) </p> Sundowns' Ribeiro wins Club World Cup goal of the tournament	查看 2326	《公民报》	2025-07-19 16:30:29 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211614	无图 <p> Solomon died last week at the age of 79. </p> <p> <noscript></noscript> </p> <p> </p> <p> <p>Mourners gathered at the Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church in Lansdowne, Cape Town, on Saturday for the funeral service of former Cape Town mayor and struggle stalwart Theresa Solomon.</p><p>Solomon died last week at the age of 79.</p><p>She was the mayor of Cape Town from 1996 to 1998.</p><p>“Former mayor Theresa Solomon will be remembered for her dedication to justice and activism, which brought about meaningful change, especially on the Cape Flats, where she played a pivotal role in establishing civic organisations to campaign for amenities in the wake of forced removals in the 1970s, including schools, hospitals and police stations,” said Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis at the time of her death.</p><p>ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula was in attendance at the service and offered his condolences on behalf of the party.</p><p> </p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Cape Town death funeral </p> WATCH: Former Cape Town mayor Theresa Solomon remembered at funeral service \| The Citizen	查看 1065	《公民报》	2025-07-19 17:07:41 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211613	有图 <p> Preliminary findings suggest the child was struck by a stray bullet, but no witnesses in the area reported hearing a gunshot </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/police-tape-sirens.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>A Limpopo family are mourning the death of their six-year-old son, who was killed by a stray bullet while out playing with a friend.</p><p>According to police, he was playing at a neighbour’s shack on Friday morning while his mother sat nearby watching the children.</p><p>“Moments later, the young boy suddenly collapsed. Upon checking on him, they noticed that he was bleeding from the head. His mother quickly sought help from a nearby resident, who assisted in transporting the child to a local hospital,” Limpopo police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said.</p><p>“Medical personnel conducted an X-ray and discovered that a bullet was lodged in the boy’s head just above his left ear.</p><p>“Arrangements were immediately made to transfer him to Polokwane for further medical care, but tragically, the child passed away before he could be transferred.” </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> WATCH: Former Cape Town mayor Theresa Solomon remembered at funeral service </p> </p> </p><p>A case of murder has been opened and investigations are underway.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Preliminary findings suggest the child was struck by a stray bullet, but no witnesses in the area reported hearing a gunshot at the time of the incident.</p><p>ALSO READ: Police hunt suspect after teen girl murdered in Mpumalanga</p>Call for help<p>The provincial commissioner of the South African Police Service in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has called on the community to assist with the investigation.</p><p>“The death of a young child under such disturbing and mysterious circumstances is heartbreaking. We urge anyone who may have seen anything unusual or suspicious on the day of the incident to please come forward,” said Hadebe.</p><p> </p><p>Police are appealing to anyone with information that can assist in the investigation to contact the investigating officer Sergeant Thabo Oliphant on 076 1728 719 or call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Tip-offs can also be shared via the MySAPS App and can be done anonymously.</p><p>NOW READ: Mass shooting in Gauteng tavern: Gang of ‘silent’ gunmen kill five</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics death Limpopo Police </p> Six-year-old Limpopo boy shot in the head by stray bullet \| The Citizen	查看 2546	《公民报》	2025-07-19 17:32:30 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211612	有图 <p> “They came out of a very difficult group, and it shows the quality that they have," says Ellis. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Desiree-Ellis-5-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Desiree Ellis coach of South Africa during the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Press Conference at Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco on Friday. Photo: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Banyana Banyana coach Dr Desiree Ellis says the African champions will not underestimate Senegal when the two teams meet in a CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarterfinal clash tonight.</p><p>The clash takes place at the Honneur Stadium in Oujda, Morocco this evening at 9pm (SA time). </p><p>ALSO READ: ‘Very crucial’ for Banyana to win against Senegal</p><p>“They came out of a very difficult group, and it shows the quality that they have. The games that they played – except for the DR Congo match – were very tight, with just one goal in it. They do have the quality, we played them last year in June, but they’ve improved so much and if you look at where they are right now, we really have to be on top of our game,” Ellis told SAFA media.</p><p>“It’s going to be a game of those small margins – the final and knockout games are never easy, so we really have to make sure that we are in charge and everything that we do, we do as best as we can. But keeping a clean sheet will also be of utmost importance,” she added. </p>Banyana are ‘favourites’<p>Senegal coach Mousse Cisse says Banyana are the favourites going to this clash. </p><p>“South Africa are the favourites, they are the better team, and we are the challengers. A win will be good for Senegal because it will be the first time we win this round, but we will need confidence, not give in to pressure and show Senegalese football in this competition. We are also happy to be playing against top teams on the continent like Morocco, Zambia and now South Africa,” said Cisse.</p><p>“We had a difficult path with a lot of obstacles, but our first objective was to qualify, and we managed to do that. Our matches against Morocco and Zambia made us look at things differently and we have corrected our mistakes. Anything is possible when we face South Africa, but we will do our best.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The winner of this match will face off with the victors in the other quarterfinal clash between Nigeria and Zambia in the semifinals.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics banyana banyana Desiree Ellis </p> Ellis says Banyana won't underestimate Senegal	查看 2660	《公民报》	2025-07-19 17:48:20 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211611	有图 <p> Is your emergency big enough to make it necessary to withdraw some of your retirement savings under the two-pot retirement system? </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Two-pot-retirement-system-2.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>While consumers are smiling now as they are able to use the money from the savings pot under the two-pot retirement system, experts are sounding the alarm that annual withdrawals could leave pension fund members very poor in retirement.</p><p>John Manyike, head of financial education at Old Mutual, points out that the number of South Africans who can retire with adequate pension has been at a staggering 6% and therefore people who withdraw funds under the two-pot retirement system are expected to be very poor when they retire.</p><p>He was speaking at the company’s mid-year economic outlook presentation. </p><p>“Since the inception of the two-pot retirement system, Old Mutual saw withdrawals of a total of almost R4 billion, with fund members receiving about R2.8 billion, with withdrawals averaging R12 2000 per member.</p><p>“People are not using their withdrawals from the savings pot of the two-pot retirement system to buy cars. Most of them will tell you they are withdrawing funds to pay debts. However, if you look at reports from the banks I do not think it will confirm that people are paying off their debts.”</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Two-pot retirement system: Here’s what people used it for </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Two-pot retirement system: Almost 4 million withdrawals close to R57 billion</p><p> </p><p> </p>The profile of most who withdraw under the two-pot retirement system<p>According to Manyike, most members who withdraw under the two-pot retirement system are between the ages of 31 and 40, with the highest numbers between the ages of 36 and 40. He finds it worrying that people at their prime age are withdrawing from their retirement funds.</p><p>The majority of people making withdrawals falls earn between R5 000 to R10 000 per month and Manyike says this show that more vulnerable people who may be struggling to make ends meet who are dipping into their retirement savings.</p><p>“We hope they use this money for emergencies, as it was intended for.”</p><p>Michelle Acton, chief customer officer at Old Mutual Corporate recently pointed out that Old Mutual Corporate’s 2025 Member Two-Pot Withdrawal Survey showed that 45% of retirement fund members who accessed their savings under the two-pot retirement system did so to service debt.</p><p> </p><p>Another 35% used the funds to cover everyday expenses such as groceries, school fees and rent, while more than 70% said they would withdraw again. The tax implications would keep them from withdrawing again and not concerns to preserve their retirement savings for retirement.</p><p>“We also noticed a significant increase in savings pot claims at the start of the new tax year, despite only small amounts being available. Of the 413 000 savings pot claims submitted since the two-pot retirement system’s inception, 93 000 or roughly 23% were made in the new tax year alone, from 1 March 2025 onwards.</p><p>“This confirms the earlier finding: employees will withdraw again if they can, due to financial stress.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Two-pot retirement system: 75% of second year withdrawals are repeats</p><p> </p>Use of two-pot retirement system raises questions about financial literacy<p>Acton says that for some pension fund members, this raises questions about financial literacy, although that perspective risks overlooking another issue. </p><p>“Employees are not irrational — many are simply financially overwhelmed. They are not failing to plan but struggling to survive.”</p><p>She points out that the introduction of the two-pot retirement system shifted how employees interact with their retirement savings. </p><p>“This creates challenges as well as opportunities for businesses. As employees adjust to the new system, business leaders must step up to support their workforce in balancing short-term financial needs with long-term security.”</p><p> </p><p>As early trends under the two-pot retirement system begin to emerge, employers must reckon with a difficult reality: current financial wellbeing strategies may need to be rethought to truly support their employees’ financial security, Acton says.</p><p>“While workers are engaging with their retirement savings, they do so under financial pressure and often without the support they need to make sustainable long-term decisions.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Two-pot retirement system: withdrawals not being used for emergencies</p>High withdrawal does not mean failure of two-pot retirement system<p>Acton says it is easy to interpret high withdrawal rates as a failure of the two-pot retirement system or a lack of engagement with the reform. However, she says, this overlooks the core intent of the policy.</p><p> </p><p>“One of its most important features is that members can no longer cash out their full retirement benefit when changing jobs which was historically the biggest destroyer of retirement outcomes in South Africa.</p><p>“Old Mutual’s own modelling shows that the system improves long-term outcomes, particularly by closing this critical preservation gap. </p><p>“But it also shows a more sobering truth: many South Africans simply do not earn enough to save and preserve simultaneously. No amount of financial education can change that without acknowledging it first.”</p><p>She says the Remchannel April 2025 Salary and Wage Survey clearly illustrates this income strain.</p><p>“Despite the inflation rate easing to approximately 3% and average salary increases surpassing this rate at 5.82%, employees continue to experience financial pressures due to rising living costs, particularly for essential goods and services.</p><p>“For many households, the salary increases provided are insufficient to absorb the escalating living expenses or reduce debt, let alone support long-term savings. People are making tough choices, not careless ones.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Two-pot retirement system: rather find an alternative than dip into the savings pot</p>Surge of interest at start of two-pot retirement system<p>The initial rollout of the two-pot retirement system sparked a surge in interest, revealing just how little many employees knew about their retirement benefits. </p><p>The traction on social media, from TikTok discussions to cheeky brand mentions by the likes of Nando’s, shows that retirement savings are no longer seen as a distant or abstract concern but are entering everyday conversations.</p><p>Acton says the big question now is: how do we use this momentum to benefit employees and ensure they make informed, long-term financial decisions? </p><p>“A key challenge for businesses is that meaningful workplace discussions about retirement planning are still too rare.</p><p>“Despite growing attention on financial wellbeing, the topic remains sidelined in many organisations, often clouded by jargon, distrust, or lack of visibility.”</p><p>She says a critical insight from these internal conversations is that while retirement funding was once largely seen as the employer’s responsibility, today’s employees are expected to plan for their futures on their own, a shift that can leave many employees feeling ill-equipped and unsure of how to manage their financial future.</p><p>“Another key observation is that financial education often fails because the information provided can feel disconnected from employees’ real-life circumstances. </p><p>“For financial education to be effective, it must resonate with employees on a personal level, considering their individual financial realities, challenges, and needs.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics pension funds two-pot retirement system </p> Two-pot retirement system: warning about long-term consequences	查看 8063	《公民报》	2025-07-19 18:00:00 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211610	有图 <p> "Around our breakdown and our ball carries they were getting success around that. As a leader, I was guilty of that too." </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/AFP__20250719__679F6ZC__v1__HighRes__RugbyuNzlFra-2.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>New Zealand’s Ardie Savea makes a break during the third international rugby Test match between New Zealand and France at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton on July 19, 2025. Picture: Michael Bradley / AFP.</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>New Zealand staved off a fierce challenge from France, pulling away late to win the third Test 29-19 on Saturday and complete a series clean sweep.</p><p>The All Blacks took the lead for the first time with only 20 minutes remaining in Hamilton as the under-strength tourists faded in their last game of a long season, eventually conceding fourtries to one.</p><p>“Stoked with that,” said All Blacks captain Ardie Savea, who conceded that his team had been in a battle.</p><p>“The French turned up tonight. Proud of the boys as well in sticking it out in that first half and then the second half we brought it home.”</p><p>France’s bigger forward pack and greater physical commitment helped them dominate the first half.</p><p>The visitors led 10-0 early and then 19-10 on the stroke of half-time as a New Zealand side featuring 10 starting changes were forced into mistakes.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Around our breakdown and our ball carries they were getting success around that. As a leader, I was guilty of that too,” admitted Savea.</p><p>The hosts played with greater energy and largely dominated the second half, creating tries for forwards Du’Plessis Kirifi and Brodie McAlister, who were both making their first Test starts.</p><p>“We sharpened that up in the second half and were able to build phases and build pressure. We converted it into points,” added Savea.</p><p>The victory sealed the series 3-0 against a touring team who were under-strength after coach Fabian Galthie chose to leave most of his first-choice players at home.</p><p> </p><p>“I’m really proud of the boys, the effort we put in today,” said France lock Joshua Brennan.</p><p>“It’s a shame we lost but we played against a great All Black team and I’m just proud of the performance.”</p><p>France were highly competitive in the first Test which they lost 31-27 in Dunedin and in Hamilton, but they were well beaten 41-17 in the second Test in Wellington.</p>– ‘We’ve evolved’ –<p>“These last two weeks, the way we’ve evolved our rugby as well, I’m really proud,” added Brennan.</p><p> </p><p>New Zealand have swept all five three-match series between the sides, also winning 3-0 in 1961, 1968, 2013 and 2018.</p><p>France scrum-half Nolann Le Garrec crossed early for the first of his 16 points, darting down the blind side from a lineout drive.</p><p>His conversion and a penalty goal put the visitors 10 points clear before All Blacks wing Will Jordan struck against the run of play, chasing down a clever kick from scrum-half Cortez Ratima to score his 42nd try in 44 Tests.</p><p>France scored in threes for the remainder of the half, through two more Le Garrec penalties and a drop-goal by fly-half Antoine Hastoy.</p><p> </p><p>New Zealand closed to 19-17 when centre Anton Lienert-Brown slid across nearly three minutes after the half-time hooter had sounded, finishing a long phase of pressure.</p><p>Le Garrec missed a penalty and Hastoy a drop-goal attempt during a tense, scoreless third quarter of the match.</p><p>The home side edged ahead 22-19 when France failed to control a Damian McKenzie cross-kick and flanker Kirifi crossed for his first Test try.</p><p>Kirifi had been promoted to the starting side just before kick-off when Luke Jacobson was ruled out with injury.</p><p> </p><p>Hooker McAlister had a moment to savour on debut off the bench when he supported a break by Jordie Barrett and ran 15 metres to score the final try to seal the match in the dying minutes.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics New Zealand national rugby union team (ALL Blacks) </p> All Blacks survive France challenge to win third Test 29-19 \| The Citizen	查看 4117	《公民报》	2025-07-19 18:07:17 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word
3211609	有图 <p> The Junior Boks and Junior All Blacks are set to battle it out in what should be a cracking final in Rovigo, Italy. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Gilermo-Mentoe-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Junior Boks fullback Gilermo Mentoe on the attack during their pool match against Scotland U20s.Picture: Getty Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Junior Springboks are backing their expansive, attacking game to get the better of the Junior All Blacks in the World Rugby U20 Championship final at the Stadio Mario Battaglini in Rovigo, Italy on Saturday night (kick-off 8.30pm).</p><p>It has been their explosive attacking brand of rugby that has powered the Junior Boks through the competition unbeaten and into a first final since 2014, when they went down by a single point to England.</p><p>Over their current campaign the Junior Boks have run in an incredible 32 tries in just four games, picking up massive wins over Scotland (73-14), and Australia (73-17), while they also downed defending champs England (32-22) in an entertaining match and were too strong for Argentina (48-24) in their semifinal.</p><p>Leading up to a huge final against fierce rivals New Zealand U20s, some teams might tend to go into their shells and play a bit more conservatively in the trophy match, but coach Kevin Foote insisted that they would be sticking to their guns, as it is what had got them there.</p><p>“I think our strategy will speak (for itself) tomorrow (on Saturday). Like I’ve said before, the leadership around us is very good and they’ve got a (good) feel of the game and we’ll play appropriately to that,” Foote said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Cheetahs celebrate 130 years in style … but they need bigger and better competition </p> </p> </p><p>“Making a final, you do feel extra pressure. But we don’t feel like that’s going to impact our team. We feel like we’ve played this brand of rugby and there’s an accountability piece.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“So we’ll keep being accountable because we’ve got clarity on exactly how we want to play and we’ll make sure we support each other in the way we want to play. The way we’ve played has got us to the final. So that’s how we want to continue playing.”</p>Junior All Black threat<p>Foote is however well aware of the threat of the Junior All Blacks, who beat one of the tournament favourites France U20s (34-26) in their semifinal and said his side was prepared for whatever they will throw at them.</p><p>It is also the second meeting between the two in the past few months after the Junior All Blacks edged the Junior Bok 48-45 in the U20 Rugby Championship in SA, although it does seem like both teams have made a step up since then, leading to impressive campaigns in Italy.</p><p>“We see a lot of similarities in them. They are a team that’s very passionate, they’re calm, and look like they’re a well settled team. They look well organised and I think it’ll be a great game,” Foote said.</p><p> </p><p>“I think New Zealand’s strike players were outstanding against France. When they got the opportunity they capitalised on it and I thought they showed some really gutsy defence.</p><p>“France were entering their 22m on numerous occasions and they managed to keep them out. So they showed a lot of character and I think as that game went on and France couldn’t score, New Zealand gained more confidence.</p><p>“They’re a team that we know won’t go away. They’re a team that’s backs their attack and they’re pretty calm. So we have a lot of respect for them.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics New Zealand national rugby union team (ALL Blacks) sa rugby Springboks (Bokke/Boks) World Rugby </p> Junior Boks back their game to down Junior All Blacks in U20 final	查看 3876	《公民报》	2025-07-19 18:09:02 2025-07-20 03:44:52	word

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