Nicaragua in the spotlight: Nicaragua’s national team held South Africa to a 0-0 draw in a World Cup send-off friendly in Johannesburg, with Lyle Foster missing a penalty and Bafana unable to break down a deeply defensive Nicaragua side; the result leaves Hugo Broos’ squad heading to Mexico with questions about finishing ahead of the June 11 opener vs Mexico. World Cup build-up: Broos defended his squad choices and selection approach, including why Brandon Petersen was left out, while Themba Zwane’s humility and a transitional lineup were in focus as Bafana looked to restore sharpness before tougher group matches. Nicaragua politics & rights: Amnesty International renewed calls for the immediate release of detained Indigenous leader Brooklyn Rivera, citing a critical health condition and urgent risk while in Nicaraguan custody. Local governance & economy: Nicaragua said it will return BHMB Mining to its original owners after the operation was confiscated in 2025, aiming to normalize operations at the Palacaguina plant. Regional diplomacy: Algeria reaffirmed support for Western Sahara self-determination in a UN decolonization seminar held in Managua, underscoring ongoing regional diplomatic tensions.