RC 261008947Robert Marawa
Thursday, 8 October 2026
Robert Marawa's show was dominated by unrest in Durban, where at least 14 cars were torched, followed by CAF's backing for Infantino, the pending Senegal AFCON ruling, and anger over MTN8 final tickets.
- 18:00
At least 14 cars were torched in violent Durban CBD protests, with shops and government infrastructure damaged; KZN police say no arrests have been made yet.
- 18:06
All 54 African member associations formally endorsed FIFA president Gianni Infantino's bid for another term, with CAF describing the support as unanimous and unconditional.
- 18:09
CAS will rule on Senegal's appeal against CAF stripping its 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title over the January walk-off, but the ruling will not come this week.
- 18:16
Ticketing boss says nearly 60% of MTN8 final tickets went to KZN buyers, rejecting claims that fans from the province were unfairly deprioritised in the sold-out queue.
- 18:17
Orlando Pirates face Mamelodi Sundowns in Saturday's MTN8 final in Durban, with Pirates chasing something no South African club has achieved in the competition.