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Africa’s representatives at the 2026 FIFA World Cup received a mix of thrilling challenges and manageable paths following the recent group-stage draw in Washington, DC. Morocco, the continent’s top-ranked side, headlines Group C with a high-profile clash against five-time champions Brazil, while South Africa returns after a 16-year absence, facing hosts Mexico and South Korea in Group […]
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The recent passing of South African musician Pops Mohamed marks the loss of a visionary artist who dedicated his life to dismantling boundaries. Born in 1949 under apartheid, his eclectic upbringing exposed him to diverse sounds, from migrant workers’ traditional instruments to American soul and local jazz. This fusion became his revolutionary tool. With his band […]
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As UNIDO convenes in Riyadh, Saudi-Africa partnerships show the path beyond self-reliance By His Excellency Eng. Khalil bin Salamah, Vice Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Industrial Affairs, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia As the world gathers in Riyadh next week for the UNIDO General Conference, Africa rests on the precipice of a defining moment. […]
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The Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC), one of the continent’s leading gatherings for tourism investment, returns to Cape Town on 14 April 2026 as an integral part of World Travel Market (WTM) Africa. Held on the Global Stage at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the conference is produced in partnership with global real […]
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South Africa roared to the top of the Rugby Championship with a commanding 67-30 victory over Argentina in Durban, highlighted by Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu’s record-breaking 37-point haul. The 23-year-old fly-half scored three tries, converted eight others, and kicked two penalties, surpassing Percy Montgomery’s 2007 record. Despite a tight first half where Argentina kept pace, the Springboks pulled away […]
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Peter Mutharika, Malawi’s former president, has defeated incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera, completing a dramatic political comeback. His victory signals a public desperate for relief after Chakwera’s presidency saw poverty rates and inflation soar. Analysts attribute the economic crisis, which crippled living standards, to overspending, food shortages, and corruption. Mutharika, a seasoned scholar and lawyer, campaigned on […]
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Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has cemented its dominance on the continent by securing a historic fifth consecutive FIBA AfroBasket title. This incredible achievement not only solidifies Nigeria’s reputation as a basketball powerhouse but also provides a massive inspiration for women and girls across the nation. However, this success masks significant challenges within the country’s basketball […]
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South Africa is scrambling to shield key industries from the fallout of steep new US tariffs after failing to secure a trade deal with the Trump administration. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a relief package for affected firms following the launch of an export support desk by the trade department. Despite open communication lines with the US, […]
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The treason trial of former Congolese President Joseph Kabila has kicked off in a military court in Kinshasa, the country’s capital. Apart from treason, Kabila is also facing charges of murder and rape, which are linked to his alleged support for M23 rebels. Though he denies all accusations and asked to be tried in absentia, the […]
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In a rare glimmer of hope amid a brutal civil war, hundreds of Sudanese refugees began boarding free trains from Cairo this week, beginning their long journey back home. Funded by the Egyptian government, the route stretches over 2,000 kilometers to Khartoum, which was recently reclaimed by the Sudanese Armed Forces after a year under Rapid […]
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