SABCNews AM Headlines @06H00 | 28 June 2026

*COSATU President Zingiswa Losi has called on African governments to address the political and economic push factors driving their citizens to South Africa. Addressing the second day of NEHAWU's 13th congress in Boksburg Losi asked African governments to address political repression, the lack of democracy, and joblessness in their nations.

*United Democratic Movement President Bantu Holomisa is promising voters self-sustainable municipalities that will prioritise local economic development, public health care and crime free communities.
Holomisa launched the official 2026 local government elections Manifesto in KuGompo City in the Eastern Cape on yesterday.

*Rescuers are racing against time in Venezuela, three days after two powerful earthquakes struck, with over 1400 people confirmed dead and more than 51,000 still missing.

*President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his well wishes to Bafana Bafana ahead of their knockout stage clash with FIFA Wolrd Cup co-hosts, Canada. Ramaphosa says while South Africa and Canada work closely together, they've agreed to disagree on today's result.

*South Africa have an opportunity to add to their historic World Cup script and turn it into a blockbuster.
Bafana Bafana take on co-hosts Canada in Los Angeles with a good chance of reaching the round of 16 at the 2026 edition in the Americas.

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