Winter Olympics 2026: Historic African Presence Expected in Milan-Cortina
For the first time since the creation of the Winter Olympic Games in 1924, eight…
Winter Olympics 2026: Historic African Presence Expected in Milan-Cortina
For the first time since the creation of the Winter Olympic Games in 1924, eight African nations will be represented at the upcoming edition of the competition. From February 6 to 22, 2026, in Milan-Cortina, Italy, 13 athletes will carry the continent’s colors in a global sporting event traditionally dominated by Western countries. South Africa,…
World Cup 2026 Draw: High-profile clashes ahead for Africa
The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, held on Friday, December 5 at the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, has set the stage for a historic edition of the tournament. The nine African nations already qualified now know their opponents for this expanded competition, which will feature 48 teams and be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Eswatini confirms $5.1 million deal with U.S. for receiving deportees
Eswatini has officially acknowledged receiving $5.1 million from the United States in exchange for accepting deportees from third countries — the first time the kingdom has publicly confirmed the arrangement.
Nigeria: Protests in Kano over Trump’s “Christian genocide” claims
Thousands of residents marched through the streets of Kano on Saturday to denounce U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks threatening military action in Nigeria. The demonstrators dismissed Trump’s accusation of a “Christian genocide” in the country, according to local and international media outlets.
Morocco wins a second U20 World Cup title for Africa
Morocco made history on Sunday night, claiming its first ever U20 World Cup and handing Africa its second title in the competition’s history, following Ghana’s triumph in 2009
Burkina Faso reveals its version of why U.S. visa services were moved to Lomé
The decision by the Embassy of the United States in Burkina Faso to relocate visa services to the Embassy of the United States in Togo has triggered strong reactions in Ouagadougou. While Washington attributes the move to visa overstay issues, Burkinabe authorities argue that the true reasons are political and diplomatic
At UNGA 2025, M66 calls for action on Togo’s democracy crisis
The M66 Citizen Movement, in collaboration with civil society organizations and the Togolese diaspora, has issued a strong call for urgent international intervention in what it describes as a worsening political and human rights crisis in Togo.
Tokyo 2025 : Botswana’s Busang Collen Kebinatshipi wins the 400m Gold
Botswana’s Busang Collen Kebinatshipi delivered a sensational performance on Thursday night, clinching gold in the men’s 400m final at the World Athletics Championships on Thursday, with a world-leading time of 43.53 seconds
When African youth voices challenge accusations of propaganda
For several years now, a current of young African leaders—figures of the pan-Africanist movement—has been stirring both strong support and sharp criticism. Accused by some observers and Western institutions of running “propaganda” campaigns on behalf of foreign powers like Russia, they nonetheless continue to embody, for a large segment of African youth, the symbol of a struggle for sovereignty and emancipation.
Gianni Infantino’s decision following Antoine Semenyo’s racist abuse
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has strongly condemned the racist abuse suffered by Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo during the Premier League opener at Anfield. He promised close monitoring and stronger deterrents against racism in football.
