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Cape Verde will beat Argentina 1-0 in World Cup clash, predicts president

Upstarts Cape Verde make history twice with their World Cup debut then reaching the knockout stages.

Flooding hits Ghana’s capital killing 13 people – with another storm forecast

People have been urged to relocate to high ground or stay indoors as more rain is expected to come.

Flooding hits Ghana’s capital killing 13 people – with another storm forecast

People have been urged to relocate to high ground or stay indoors as more rain is expected to come.

Thousands of anti-migrant protesters march in South Africa amid heavy police presence

Foreigners have already left South Africa ahead of the deadline set by anti-migrant groups.

Africa’s World Cup success leaves Asia looking for answers

The 2026 World Cup has been an amazing story for African football - while Asia has been left to reflect on failure.

Africa’s World Cup success leaves Asia looking for answers

The 2026 World Cup has been an amazing story for African football - while Asia has been left to reflect on failure.

Africa’s World Cup success leaves Asia looking for answers

The 2026 World Cup has been an amazing story for African football - while Asia has been left to reflect on failure.

DR Congo bans mass gatherings in the capital to prevent spread of Ebola

Opposition politicians accuse the government of using the outbreak to halt a planned protest.

Senior South African police officer survives assassination attempt

Deputy crime intelligence boss Maj-Gen Feroz Khan was due to appear before an inquiry into police corruption this week.

Why Netherlands v Morocco is more than just a match

Morocco’s World Cup meeting with the Netherlands tells a story about migration, identity and the battle for Dutch-born talent.