German 2026 election: Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s fate and its impact on Africa
Background: Germany’s political landscape ahead of the 2026 vote Germany is heading to a pivotal federal election on September 24, 2026, a...
Moscow drone attack 2026: 450 drones downed, 2 dead – Ukraine’s biggest strike
Background: Russia’s escalating drone warfare Since the start of the war in 2022, both Kyiv and Moscow have turned to unmanned aerial...
Trump says his planned triumphal arch will double as a military ammunition complex, 2026
Background: Trump’s Monumental Ambitions Since leaving office, former President Donald Trump has floated a series of grandiose projects aimed at reshaping his...
Roberto De Zerbi refuses to talk to Tottenham players after 2-0 Aston Villa loss in 2026
De Zerbi’s brief but turbulent spell at Tottenham Roberto De Zerbi arrived at Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2024 with a...
Phil Parkinson praises Wrexham fans after 2-1 comeback win over Southampton in 2026
A turbulent week for Phil Parkinson The last few days have been a roller‑coaster for Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson. After a string...
Folarin Balogun debuts for Monaco in 2-1 win over Lens after failed Arsenal move, 2026
Background: Balogun’s turbulent transfer window The 23‑year‑old United States striker, born in London to Nigerian parents, spent the last two seasons on...
Mohamed Salah hat‑trick lifts Trabzonspor to 4‑0 win over Galatasaray – African star dazzles in Turkey, 2026
Background: Salah’s journey from Egypt to the Turkish stage Mohamed Salah’s rise from the streets of Nagrig to the world’s biggest clubs...
Turkish FM Hakan Fidan says Turkey ready to meet Saudi defence needs amid 2026 Red Sea crisis
Background: Turkey‑Saudi defence ties and the Red Sea crisis Since the signing of a trilateral defence pact in 2024 that linked Turkey,...
Houthis fire ballistic missile at Riyadh fuel depot, Saudi intercepts – 2026
The Yemen Conflict and Houthi Missile Evolution Since 2015, Yemen’s Houthi movement has transformed from a regional insurgency into a force capable...
Coventry City clinch first Premier League win in 25 years after VAR drama vs Nottingham Forest – implications for the club, VAR and African fans in 2026
A historic win after a quarter‑century wait Coventry City returned to the Premier League for the first time since the 2000‑01 season,...
Hull KR wins 2025 Super League Grand Final, ending Peter Gentle’s era – first title
A landmark victory for Hull KR On 27 October 2025 Hull Kingston Rovers lifted the Super League trophy for the first time...
Romain Rosenior provokes Strasbourg fans after 2-1 Paris FC win – implications for 2026 Ligue 2 season
The match that lit the fuse On Saturday night, Paris FC edged out Strasbourg 2-1 at the Stade Pierre de Coubertin, a...
White House blocks CNN, MSNOW and Politico reporters on Sept 21 2026 – implications for press freedom and African coverage
Background: a rare denial of White House access On Saturday, September 21, 2026, the White House security team turned away reporters from...
Dutch riot police break up far‑right protest in The Hague 2026 after Hitler salutes
Background: A volatile climate in Dutch politics The Netherlands has long prided itself on liberal values, but recent elections have seen a...
Women protest after string of murders in Kempton Park, South Africa, 2026 sparks national safety debate
A volatile backdrop: gender‑based violence in South Africa South Africa has long wrestled with one of the world’s highest rates of gender‑based...