Egypt seals World Cup spot as Africa’s qualifiers heat up
Egypt has officially secured its place in the next World Cup, becoming the third African nation to qualify. The Pharaohs secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Djibouti, thanks to goals from Ibrahim Adel and Mohamed Salah. With an unbeaten record in their group stage, Egypt will join fellow qualifiers Morocco and Tunisia at the tournament in North […]
How unconditional aid is transforming lives in rural Kenya
Direct cash transfers are transforming lives for women in rural Kenya, offering financial freedom and improved health outcomes. For women like Claris Pendo, this money provided an escape from her exhausting charcoal work, allowing her to invest in livestock and secure her family’s food supply. A landmark study by the National Bureau of Economic Research confirms these […]
Zambia’s president hails US aid cuts as catalyst for self-reliance
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has welcomed recent US aid cuts as a push toward greater national self-reliance, calling them “painful but necessary.” Speaking in London, he said the reductions would encourage Zambia to strengthen its economy and fund social programs domestically. The US, which provided nearly $598 million in aid to the country in 2023—mostly for health […]
South African-born teen makes historic NHL debut
In a night to remember at Madison Square Garden, 19-year-old Harrison Brunicke made history as the first South African-born defenseman to play in the National Hockey League (NHL). The Pittsburgh Penguins rookie logged over 15 minutes in a 3–0 win against the New York Rangers, shaking off early nerves to deliver a solid defensive performance. Born in […]
Why half of Nigerians remain in poverty despite relief programs
Poverty in Nigeria has reached alarming levels, with nearly half the population—46%—living in poverty in 2024, including over half of all children. New research reveals that this failure is not due to a lack of initiatives but to deep-seated governance issues. Three critical factors are to blame: weak legislative accountability allows programs to operate without scrutiny, […]
Beneath the sands and stone: Exploring Africa’s underground wonders
Africa’s most captivating stories don’t just rise from its landscapes—they lie beneath them. Across the continent, hidden worlds tell tales of devotion, ingenuity, and resilience. One of these worlds is situated in Ethiopia’s Lalibela, where 12th-century artisans carved entire churches from rock. Not far away, in Tunisia, the troglodyte homes of Matmata, which famously featured in […]
