News Roundup: South Africa moves to lockdown Level 4 -

In his address to the nation last night, President Cyril Ramaphosa moved South Africa to alert level 4 lockdown from 28 June to 11 July 2021. President Ramaphosa warned citizens about the Delta variant and implemented restrictions to curb the spread of the virus. Under level 4, the sale of alcohol and gatherings are banned, schools must close this week and no sit-in dining at restaurants is allowed.

Celebrating the “Year of the Black Woman”, last night’s BET Awards ceremony took place in the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Hosted by Taraji P. Henson, the ceremony honoured Queen Latifah with this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Some of the winners included Andra Day, H.E.R., Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion and Silk Sonic.

Here are the top trending stories and highlights for today:

Top News

Here are the official level 4 lockdown rules for South Africa – including some surprises – Business Tech

Mask-free and ‘low risk’, Italy welcomes milestone – EWN

‘Job hunting is going to be difficult’: SA weighs in on Ramaphosa moving the country to level 4 – Times Live

Sports

France vs Switzerland live stream: How to watch Euro 2020 fixture online and on TV – The Independent

Holders Portugal knocked out of Euro 2020 as Thorgan Hazard puts Belgium through – The Independent

Lions tour in chaos as South Africa squad forced into isolation and third wave grips country – Telegraph

Lifestyle

“There Is Joy In Doing It Afraid” – Nontokozo Mandonsela, Momentum Group CMO – Go Hustle

Ciara Might’ve Just Won Sexiest Outfit at the BET Awards in Her Bedazzled Catsuit – PopSugar