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The first group of Nigerians returned home from South Africa on Thursday as part of repatriation ordered by the government following violent anti-immigration p…
Back in 1974, when what is now known as the Democratic Republic of Congo was called Zaire, the national football team—known as the Leopards—was the first from …
Since the 2020‑2023 coups in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso, military leaders have imposed sweeping criminal defamation and antiterrorism laws that enable the ar…
The 2026 World Cup is finally here and it all kicked off yesterday at the Azteca stadium in Mexico, as the hosts faced off with South Africa. After a beautiful…
PRESS REVIEW – Friday, June 12: Papers discuss Mexico's "statement" World Cup win over South Africa and detail Raul Jimenez's triumph. Also: young women in New…
Outbreak responses are still playing catch-up as US works to isolate itself.
Nigeria’s military has “neutralised” more than 13,000 “terrorists” in the past year, the president says, as armed groups and criminal gangs continue to carry o…
The normal display of African unity in the early stages of a football World Cup was notably absent from social media as many fans from across the continent bac…
Mexico ’s triumphant debut in the World Cup did not leave everyone satisfied. Despite the 2-0 victory over South Africa at the Azteca Stadium, strong internati…
There were wild celebrations in Mexico on Thursday after the country won 2-0 against 9-man South Africa in the opening game of the 2026 World Cup at Mexico Cit…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway after the opening fixtures of the tournament on Thursday. Following a showbiz opening ceremony featuring Shakira and Burna…
