News Roundup – June 16 Soweto Youth Uprising
As we commemorate and prepare for Youth Day tomorrow, we remember the significance of African youth protesting in 1976 against the Bantu Education Department. The aim of the protest was to detest Afrikaans as the basis language of instruction in secondary schools. In 2021, we still have many challenges facing the youth, from high unemployment to the youth legacy.
Merely 11 days ago Zaheer Sarang and Nabeela Khan, a young couple committed to spending their lives together. Shortly after arriving home from their honeymoon, the couple was found dead in Johannesburg. The Daily Maverick reported that the parents found the couple in the shower after suspected electrocution. Residents in the area have reported the electrical and water faults on numerous occasions with no action taken. The City Power has opened an urgent investigation.
Here are the top trending stories and highlights for today:
Top News
Covid-19 in South Africa: Infections climb by 5 552 as deaths rise by 114 – News24
Mantashe accused of ‘bullying’ and removing MKMVA members from virtual meeting – Sowetan Live
Samwu warns of potential strike amid wage negotiations – EWN
Sports
Spain held by Sweden in Euro 2020 opener as Schick stunner downs Scots – EWN
Copa América: Lionel Messi free-kick cancelled out as Chile hold Argentina – The Guardian
Kaizer Chiefs latest | Has Kambole officially left Naturena? – The South Africa
Lifestyle
Twitter’s Head of Diversity on Making Pride a Year-Long Exercise – Advocate
Nike Dunk High ‘Crimson Tint’ Releases June 26th – Sneaker Files
Places to Visit In Rishikesh – The Travel Manuel
Entertainment
Days After Release of ‘Culture 3,’ Migos Shares Music Video For ‘Why Not’ – Complex
Oprah Winfrey Says She Wanted to ‘Turn the Table’ on Narratives Around Black Fathers – Complex
The Shindellas makes history – Her Modern Life
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