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Archived Pulse in South Africa
Country pulse digest
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Archived Pulse in South Africa
South African searches reflect diverse interests, from Elon Musk’s new trillionaire status and World Cup soccer matches involving Canada and the USA, to local player developments and concerns over FIFA broadcast disruptions. Entertainment buzz also arises from a popular Netflix telenovela.
Active topics
20
Search volume
60.3K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
20
Sports75% (15)
Money15% (3)
Politics5% (1)
Entertainment5% (1)
Why people are curious
People are primarily following developments, with strong intent to stay updated on key events such as Elon Musk’s rising wealth post-SpaceX IPO and South Africa’s engagement with the FIFA 2026 World Cup through matches involving Canada, USA, and local players. Audiences are seeking explanations for tax controversies and economic shifts like South Africa’s increased US diesel imports. Fans are also planning their participation in events like the Comrades Marathon and watching entertainment content, specifically Netflix’s ‘The Polygamist.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Canada's World Cup Participation Boosts Interest: Canada's World Cup opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina captivated fans with a 1-1 draw, driving significant search interest in the nation's soccer.
USA's World Cup Opener Gains Traction: The USA Men's National Soccer Team gained attention after a strong 4-1 FIFA World Cup victory over Paraguay, highlighting standout goals and key plays
Samkelo Zwane's Career Uncertainty Sparks Searches: Samkelo Zwane, a South African soccer player facing an uncertain future at Kaizer Chiefs, is under close watch due to transfer and form discussions.
Fan Worries Over SABC World Cup Broadcast Disruptions: Concerns about potential disruptions to SABC's broadcasts of FIFA World Cup 2026 matches have risen, reflecting worries over access to live game telem
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in South Africa
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsDeclining
sabc fifa 2026 match disruption
There is growing concern in South Africa about potential disruptions to FIFA World Cup 2026 matches broadcast by SABC.
500+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
02
MoneyDeclining
elon musk net worth
Elon Musk's net worth has surged dramatically following SpaceX's IPO, making him the world's first trillionaire as SpaceX shares soared in trading.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
spacex share priceelon muskspacex ipo
03
SportsDeclining
canada
Interest in Canada has surged due to their involvement in the World Cup, particularly the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
canada fccanada vs bosnia
04
SportsDeclining
usa vs paraguay
The trend 'USA vs Paraguay' centers on the USA Men's National Soccer Team's World Cup match against Paraguay, drawing significant attention due to early goals and notable events.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
05
SportsDeclining
samkelo zwane
Samkelo Zwane is a young soccer player attracting significant attention due to his uncertain future at Kaizer Chiefs and potential loan move.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
06
MoneyDeclining
tax controversy
Tax controversy involves disputes between taxpayers and tax authorities regarding tax liabilities and compliance, gaining notable attention with rising debate and strategic.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
07
SportsDeclining
comrades marathon 2026
Interest in the Comrades Marathon 2026 is growing as participants and spectators prepare for the event with information on city readiness, road closures, and race day tips.
5K+ searches · 100% growthLast seen 19 days ago
08
PoliticsDeclining
cat matlala
Cat Matlala is at the center of a significant police inquiry in South Africa involving allegations of corruption and misconduct.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
09
SportsDeclining
brazil vs morocco
The Brazil vs Morocco match is a trending topic due to the 2026 World Cup, with fans seeking previews, predictions, and viewing details.
2K+ searches · 900% growthLast seen 19 days ago
10
SportsDeclining
cape town city coach announcement
There is significant public interest in the announcement of a new coach for Cape Town City soccer team, as indicated by a sharp increase in search volume.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
11
SportsDeclining
fadlu davids
Fadlu Davids, a South African football coach, has been recently dismissed from his role at Moroccan club Raja Casablanca amid notable losses.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
12
SportsDeclining
julián alvarez
Julián Álvarez is a football player currently attracting significant transfer interest from major clubs like Barcelona, Arsenal, and Real Madrid, sparking a surge in searches.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthLast seen 19 days ago
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Sports / Worrying | 19 days ago
sabc fifa 2026 match disruption
Why it matters
DecliningThis topic was last observed 19 days ago and is no longer part of the current pulse, backed by 500+ recorded searches. People are searching to understand a possible risk or disruption.
Last seen 19 days agoConfidence: high
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Curiosity trail
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