THE THIRD UMPIRE

BUSISIWE MKHWEBANE

Another day, another public protector ruling declared invalid by the courts, this time involving the police and when they are obliged to provide witness protection. How much more incompetence must SA endure before she goes?

PREMIER SOCCER LEAGUE

Absa has terminated its R140m a season sponsorship of the contest, a decision that apparently predates the economic fallout of the Covid-19 lockdown. Tough times for sponsors mean tough times for professional sports too.

JIM MATTIS

The retired US general and defence secretary has joined a chorus of retired senior military officers who are criticising Donald Trump’s response to the George Floyd killing and protests against it, saying he is “making a mockery” of the constitution.