Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Africa

January 5, 2026

China, Russia exploiting Venezuela’s oil like Nigerian resources, others: U.S.

The UK and French governments have lauded Mr Trump’s action, describing Mr Maduro as an illegitimate leader.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
January 5, 2026

Uganda bans live broadcast of riots, unlawful processions ahead of election

Authorities have detained hundreds of opposition supporters ahead of the January 15 election.

Yoweri Museveni
January 4, 2026

Morocco 2025: Cameroon beat South Africa 2-1 to reach AFCON quarterfinals 

Cameroon doubled the advantage just two minutes into the second half after Christian Kofane headed home a cross from Aboubakar Nagida.

AFCON
January 4, 2026

Morocco secure narrow win against Tanzania to reach AFCON quarterfinals

Morocco will face the winner of the quarterfinal match between Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions and Bafana Bafana of South Africa for a place in the semifinals of this year’s tournament.

AFCON
January 4, 2026

Maduro: AU, South Africa condemn U.S. military actions in Venezuela

The AU’s position was outlined in a communiqué on the situation in Venezuela issued on Saturday.

Nicolás Maduro
January 2, 2026

Guinea opposition leader rejects Doumbouya’s ‘fabricated’ presidential victory

“These fabricated results do not weaken us,” Mr Balde said at a pressure conference on Wednesday.

Abdoulaye Yero Balde, Mamady Doumbouya
January 2, 2026

University of Gambia renames faculty after Akinwumi Adesina, President Barrow unveils plaque

President Adama Barrow unveiled a plaque on Wednesday formally designating the faculty as the Dr Akinwumi Adesina School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.

Dr Akinwumi Adesina School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.
January 1, 2026

AFCON 2025: Nigeria, Cameroon, Zimbabwe jerseys rated best kits; Gabon, Burkina Faso among worst

The Africa Cup of Nations is about celebrating the vibrant cultures across the continent with fans, most of whom show these colours in the stands.

AFCON
December 31, 2025

Asake to headline Spotify’s African Heat Playlist

Ms Phiona stated that the ‘African Heat’ would capture the energy and confidence of contemporary African music.

December 28, 2025

Morocco 2025: Mozambique defeat Gabon 3-2 to clinch first-ever AFCON win

The victory moved Mozambique to third in Group F and a draw in their last game against Cameroon could be enough to reach the round of 16.

Mozambique vs Gabon