World Cup dark horses: Talented Senegal looking to ‘achieve great things’
Senegal arrive for their third consecutive World Cup as arguably the best side in Africa – and aim to lift the trophy.
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A visual guide to Ethiopia’s ethnic groups and conflict areas
Ethiopia has faced near-continuous conflict since 2020, with fighting in Tigray, Oromia and Amhara.
Senegal deny World Cup travel delay is due to coach dispute
Senegal were stripped of the AFCON title after a mid-game boycott of the final and now face turbulent World Cup start.
Ethiopia to vote on June 1 as Abiy’s ruling party eyes landslide victory
Opposition fragmentation and violence in parts of the country could potentially limit voter turnout.
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What’s behind South Africa’s anti-migrant protests?
Thousands of foreign workers are under increasing pressure to leave the country.
Published On 28 May 2026
From: NewsFeed
Fire kills 16 students at Kenyan girls’ boarding school
At least 16 students were killed and dozens injured after a fire tore through the dormitory of a girls’ school in Kenya.
Published On 28 May 2026
WHO chief heads to ‘hardest hit’ Ituri as DRC’s 17th Ebola outbreak spreads
DRC battles Bundibugyo strain as confirmed cases rise to 121, with 17 deaths and 246 suspected fatalities reported.
US, Mexico, Canada announce Ebola-related travel measures for World Cup
World Cup hosts agree steps to counter Ebola threat after WHO declares public health emergency of international concern
‘Don’t believe in paying athletes’: IOC’s Coventry stirs social media storm
Olympians slam the IOC chief and Zimbabwe’s former medallist for saying athletes should not be paid at the Games.
From: NewsFeed
Anti-Immigrant anger grows in South Africa as migrants forced onto streets
Foreign nationals in Durban say they’ve been forced from their homes and businesses.
Published On 28 May 2026
South African president to face impeachment probe over ‘Farmgate’ scandal
Impeachment committee to hold first meeting next week as President Cyril Ramaphosa challenges findings in court.
