Zimbabwean football star survives gun attack in South Africa
Zimbabwean footballer Divine Lunga has survived a gun attack in Johannesburg, South African police have said. The football star, 31,…
Messi v Salah: A World Cup meeting of two national icons
The most frequently mentioned word in Argentina right now is ‘bicampeonato’ (back-to-back World Cup championship). But the question everybody is…
Why some African nations are turning down Trump aid money
A Kenyan court initially suspended the country’s deal after legal challenges demanding protection of patient privacy. Arnold Kavaarpuo, executive director…
The wrong man (of the match) – De Allende picks up Willemse’s award
The Springboks’ Damian Willemse missed out on the player of the match award for his stellar performance in Saturday’s win…
Nigeria says two nationals killed in South Africa amid rise of anti-migrant attacks
In its statement, Nigeria’s foreign ministry said Iroegbu was reportedly killed in Pretoria by officers from the Tshwane Metro police…
The African fishermen who blame Chinese trawlers for their woes
West Africa remains the global epicentre for illegal fishing. An estimated 40% of the world’s unlicensed catch can be traced…
Queiroz leaves Ghana following World Cup exit
Carlos Queiroz has stepped down as Ghana head coach after three months in charge following their World Cup exit in…
Thousands welcome home Cape Verde footballers after stunning World Cup run
Cape Verde’s football team have been welcomed home by tens of thousands of elated supporters following a historic run at…
Unbeaten in 34 matches – why Morocco are World Cup contenders
In a meeting of two sides currently blessed by golden generations of talent, it was the Moroccans who shone. For…
Seven-try South Africa outclass England in Nations Championship
England arrived at altitude in Johannesburg 10 days before kick-off with the aim of acclimatising early and catching the Springboks,…