Springboks in Argentina: South Africa touched down in Buenos Aires for the August 8 Test against the Pumas, with players given a rest day after the long trip and coach Rassie Erasmus stressing they already have a base from camp in Johannesburg. Squad boost: Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu returns to the 26-man squad after ankle surgery, adding depth ahead of the New Zealand series. Commonwealth Games shock: Team SA’s men’s 4x100m relay hopes ended in drama after a disqualification following the final in Glasgow, wiping out what looked like a medal chance. Sport governance row: The DA says Sport Minister Gayton McKenzie must explain Parliament’s R31m FIFA World Cup 2026 delegation spend, including roles, costs and return on investment. GBVF push: President Ramaphosa has established a National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide to coordinate the national plan and strengthen support for survivors. Voter registration deadline: The IEC says Sunday is the last day to register in person for the November 4 local government elections, with ward-based rules and station-based registration still key. Xenophobia and housing protest: Civil society groups plan nationwide protests on August 8 over inequality, housing reforms and xenophobic violence, including a focus on rejecting the PIE Amendment Bill. Crime and unrest: Police arrested 16 after violence, looting and destruction linked to an alleged anti-foreigner march in Northam, Limpopo. Cape Town culture: The HEAT Winter Arts Festival returns in August with a programme themed “Ctrl + Z,” using art to confront racism, patriarchy and inequality. Mining safety: Impala Platinum’s Rustenburg operations faced a safety reset after 2026 mine fatalities were reported, as calls grow for stronger action on zero-harm.