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Archived Pulse in South Africa
Country pulse digest
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Archived Pulse in South Africa
South African interest is strongly focused on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, especially South Africa's progress and other notable matches like Czechia vs Mexico and Morocco vs Haiti.
Active topics
21
Search volume
321.6K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
21
Sports43% (9)
Money24% (5)
Life14% (3)
Entertainment5% (1)
World5% (1)
Technology5% (1)
Culture5% (1)
Why people are curious
South Africans are mainly curious due to their desire to follow live and detailed updates of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, particularly South Africa's matches and other high-profile international games. Sports fans are motivated by supporting their national team and understanding tournament implications. The intent behind financial-related searches is explanatory, as users seek to understand new banking technologies, government fiscal policies, and utility tariff changes impacting their daily lives. Entertainment queries such as those around GTA 6 carry buying intent, reflecting consumer excitement for new releases.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Following Czech Republic vs Mexico World Cup Clash: Strong engagement around international World Cup matchups.
Morocco Dominates Haiti at FIFA World Cup 2026: Morocco's high-scoring victory captivates global attention.
Interest Rises in South African Economic Measures: Public seeks clarity on financial and utility policy changes.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in South Africa
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
LifeCooling
absa
500+ searches, 100% growth.
500+ searches · 100% growthLast seen 7 days ago
02
SportsCooling
fifa world cup 2026 standings
Fans are actively following the FIFA World Cup 2026 standings, especially South Africa's performance and key players like Thapelo Maseko.
200K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 7 days ago
south africa vs south koreathapelo maseko
03
SportsCooling
czech republic national football team vs mexico national football team standings
There is strong interest in the World Cup match between Czechia and Mexico, with viewers seeking live streams, highlights, and match updates.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 7 days ago
czechia vs mexicomexico vs czech republic
04
SportsCooling
morocco vs haiti
Morocco's high-scoring match against Haiti at the 2026 World Cup has attracted significant attention, with fans looking for live commentary and outcome scenarios.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 7 days ago
morocco
05
SportsCooling
mexico vs czechia
People are searching for live updates and results of the Mexico vs Czechia match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 7 days ago
06
MoneyCooling
sa banks smart id rollout
There is increased interest in South African banks implementing smart ID rollouts and recent banking sector developments.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 7 days ago
fnbbanksmart id
07
SportsCooling
bosnia and herzegovina vs qatar
Users are seeking live updates and ways to watch the Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar World Cup 2026 match.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 7 days ago
bosnia vs qatartoday world cup matches
08
MoneyCooling
south africa fuel tax relief
South Africa is experiencing a surge in interest regarding fuel tax relief measures.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 7 days ago
09
MoneyCooling
nersa electricity tariff increases 2026
There is growing attention in South Africa to planned increases in electricity tariffs by NERSA for 2026.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 7 days ago
10
EntertainmentCooling
gta 6 pre order price
Interest in pre-ordering Grand Theft Auto VI and its pricing has grown rapidly in South Africa.
5K+ searches · 500% growthLast seen 7 days ago
gta 6 pricegta 6 pre orderrockstar
11
SportsCooling
world cup table
People are searching for current World Cup 2026 group standings and team qualifications.
5K+ searches · 300% growthLast seen 7 days ago
group a world cup 2026 tableworld cup groups
12
SportsCooling
canada vs switzerland
Viewers are looking to watch the Canada vs. Switzerland World Cup 2026 match live.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 7 days ago
canada men's national soccer teamcanada results
Why it matters
CoolingThis topic was last observed 7 days ago; its earlier momentum should now be read as historical, backed by 500+ recorded searches. People are searching to understand a possible risk or disruption.
Last seen 7 days agoConfidence: high
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Absa to raise Kenya unit stake via $238 million tender offer - Reuters
Absa Bank: A Blueprint for the Agentic Enterprise - Salesforce
Absa Bank Strengthens Fraud Prevention, Fraud Investigation Customer Communication and Improves Collections Outcomes Usi…
Africa’s banking giants are converging on Kenya as battle for East Africa intensifies - Business Insider Africa
Absa aims for 85% of Absa Kenya’s capital in a $239 million offer - Financial Afrik
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.