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2026 WCQ: Results of all African matches played on Monday
The results of Match Day 10 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the African zone, played on Monday, have been confirmed. Tunisia defeated Namibia 3–0 at home, while Togo played out a 0–0 draw with South Sudan. Lesotho won 1–0 against...
Kenya's Commitment to Advancing Early Warning for All in Africa
I extend my sincere congratulations to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on the celebration of the 75th Anniversary as a specialized agency of the United Nations. This·important milestone marks decades of scientific excellence and...
IMF team says São Tomé and Príncipe economy remains 'relatively resilient'
29 september 2025 - 14:37:20 MA 148 Views Panafrican News Agency Washington, DC, US (PANA) - An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team says the Santomean economy appears to have remained “relatively resilient” against a complex global and...
Chad vs Central African Republic Prediction and Betting Tips | 13th October 2025
Chad play Central African Republic in their final qualifier for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to wrap it up on a winning note. With just one point in the bag, Les Sao are currently at the bottom of Group I and long been knocked out from the race...
MIF, C-PLPEX and 2025MFE conclude with over 140 agreements
The four-day trio of trade shows held in Macau concluded on Saturday with the signing of more than 140 cooperation agreements, the organisers said, noting that 15 per cent involved Portuguese-speaking countries. The 2nd China–Portuguese-speaking...
Preview: Eq Guinea vs Liberia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Equatorial Guinea and Liberia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Equatorial Guinea close out their controversy-filled World Cup qualifying campaign with...
Preview: Tunisia vs Namibia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Tunisia and Namibia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Tunisia will round off their successful 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign when they host...
Preview: Equatorial Guinea vs Liberia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Equatorial Guinea and Liberia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Equatorial Guinea close out their controversy-filled World Cup qualifying campaign with...
African SIDS Blue Economy Project Showcased at the Africa Blue Economy Week in Addis Ababa
The USD 9 million initiative, which will be implemented over a period of 3 and a half years, is designed to transform livelihoods and ecosystems across six island nations, namely Cabo Verde, Comoros, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritius, São Tomé and...
Preview: Chad vs Central African Republic - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Chad and Central African Republic, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Two teams with nothing but pride to play for will face off on Sunday as Chad...
‘Psychological torture’ inflicted on oil tanker crew after vessel seized in West Africa
Seafarers detained for nearly 10 months after their oil tanker was seized by the navy of Equatorial Guinea were victims of “psychological torture” with lifelong implications for their health, a maritime court has heard. A report by an experienced...
17 African countries commit to scale up electricity access
Seventeen African governments have committed to reforms and actionable plans to expand electricity access as part of Mission 300—an ambitious partnership led by the World Bank Group and African Development Bank Group that aims to connect 300...
Russia moves to add 4 African countries to its visa-free travel network
According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, Russians may soon be able to travel visa-free to several additional African nations for stays of up to 30 to 90 days, with draft agreements currently under review, Izvestia reports. The move would expand...
Calculators at the ready to determine African World Cup aspirations
CAPE TOWN – African football fans will need their calculators over the next week of World Cup qualifiers to figure out if their favoured team remains in contention for a place at next year’s finals in North America. The nine group winners all...
Maldives ranked no. 1 island in Africa and Indian Ocean by Condé Nast Traveller
Maldives has once again affirmed its position as a leading global island destination, being ranked No. 1 in Africa and the Indian Ocean at the Condé Nast Traveller 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, announced on 7 October 2025. The annual Readers’...
Preview: Liberia vs Namibia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Liberia and Namibia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Liberia will aim to keep their faint hopes of a playoff spot alive when they host Namibia at...
Preview: Malawi vs Equatorial Guinea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Malawi and Equatorial Guinea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. Malawi will welcome Equatorial Guinea to the Bingu National Stadium on Thursday...
FG Eyes $500m Budget Support From AfDB — Report
The Federal Government is looking to borrow $500 million from the African Development Bank (AfDB) this year. A Reuters report quoting an executive of the bank said the loan is part of a $1 billion budget support programme, following economic...
Goals, Glory, and Grit: Africa’s 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Reach Final Stretch
As Africa’s road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup nears its final two matchdays, the continent’s qualifying campaign has delivered drama, dazzling goals, and defensive masterclasses in equal measure. From stunning scorelines to remarkable unbeaten runs,...
Football: African 2026 World Cup qualifying facts and figures
Son Heung-Min #7 of Los Angeles FC is tackled by Stian Gregersen #5 of Atlanta United during the first half at BMO Stadium on October 5, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. [AFP] Facts and figures from 2026 World Cup qualifying in Africa ahead of...