World Food Forum 2025 kicks off as FAO celebrates its 80th anniversary

Rome - The 2025 edition of the World Food Forum (WFF) flagship event kicked off today at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome. The week-long Forum features the scheduled participation of 10...

Cape Verde script history, become second-smallest nation to seal spot in FIFA World Cup

Football News Cape Verde are the second-smallest nation to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. (Photo: Getty Images) New Delhi: Cape Verde have scripted history by becoming the second-smallest nation to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. The African...

South Africa: Boxer increases turnover by 13.9% and declares its first dividend in interim results

Boxer Retail Limited, a South African grocery discounter, has announced robust interim results for the 26 weeks ended 31 August 2025 (H1 FY26), demonstrating strong volume growth, operational efficiency, and disciplined reinvestment into customer...

Wild scenes as African nation makes history

A carnival-like atmosphere erupted in the streets of Cape Verde’s capital Praia on Monday after the tiny archipelago nation qualified for the World Cup for the first time. Honking horns and street fireworks greeted euphoric fans pouring out of the...

10 allies, US advocate for Taiwan’s participation in ICAO

The US and 10 of Taiwan's diplomatic allies spoke in favor of Taiwan’s efforts to join the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), at its recent triennial assembly, the foreign ministry said today. The 10 allies, along with the US,...

Cabo Verde, el pequeño gigante de África que llegó al Mundial 2026 con un jugador reclutado por LinkedIn

Por Federico Leiva, CNN en Español Se escucha un rugido en el océano Atlántico. No es un tsunami y tampoco la erupción de un volcán. Es el grito de un pequeño pueblo que, separado por la geografía, se unió en un grito de júbilo para celebrar una...

Mutoya hails AUSC Region 5 Marathon’s triumphant return

Ellina Mhlanga, Zimpapers Sports Hub FIVE years after disappearing from the regional calendar, the African union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Marathon returned in style over the weekend, with South Africa hosting a colourful edition that drew...

SA reacts to Enhle Mbali and Black Coffee's throwback picture: "She was there from the beginning"

After Enhle Mbali announced her divorce from Black Coffee, people picked sides, and a heated debate ensued A user unearthed an old photo of Black Coffee and Enhle Mbali during the DJ's humble beginnings The fan was defending Enhle against trolls...

Alarming mental health issues for teachers flagged

Reading Time: 4 minutesAs the Southern African region commemorates Mental Health Awareness Month, alarming cases of mental health issues among local teachers have been flagged. This was first pointed out by Ministry of Education and Training...

Inkhosikati LaMatsebula uplifts Vukani BoMake, Mawelawela inmates

Reading Time: < 1 minuteInkhosikati LaMatsebula has once again demonstrated her deep commitment to women’s empowerment, extending her support to the Vukani BoMake initiative and the women and children at the Mawelawela Remand Centre. During her...

10 allies, U.S. advocate for Taiwan's participation in ICAO

Taipei, Oct. 14 (CNA) The United States and 10 of Taiwan's diplomatic allies spoke in favor of Taiwan's efforts to join the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), at its recent triennial assembly, the foreign ministry said Tuesday. The...

“Yes we are receiving money from multibillion drugs shortage alleged thief Kareem Ashraff”, Mbabane Swallows President Absalom Ngwenya confirms.

By Zweli Martin Dlamini MBABANE:Absalom Ngwenya, the Mbabane Swallows President has confirmed that, the football team is receiving money from SwaziPharm Director Kareem Ashraff. Ashraff is the multibillion drugs shortage alleged thief who stands...

We’re less than two months away from the World Cup draw in the early hours of December 6, with Australia still clinging onto hope of an easier group in the first ever 48-nation tournament.

We’re less than two months away from the all-important World Cup draw in the early hours of December 6, with Australia still clinging onto hope of an easier group in the first ever 48-nation tournament. So far, 22 countries have qualified for the...

OPINION:Why embarrass King Mswati with a poor sound system during such an important UNESWA Graduation Ceremony?.

By Zweli Martin Dlamini In this country, it is becoming a norm to award tenders to companies that will provide services of poor quality and then, cash millions of public funds. King Mswati was embarrassed on Saturday by a poor sound system and...

Swedfund Invests $15 Million to Boost Loan Access for Civil Servants in Africa

Swedfund, Sweden’s development finance institution, has committed $15 million to Select Africa, a microfinance institution operating in Eswatini, Lesotho, and Malawi. The investment is aimed at improving access to credit for low-income public...

From humble beginnings to culinary stardom: Asha Devi Maharaj to release fourth cookbook

At 81, culinary icon Asha Devi Maharaj prepares to release her fourth cookbook, continuing a remarkable journey from humble beginnings on a KZN farm to becoming the country's first Indian chef on television. This celebrated chef, radio personality...

Are We Living Through the End of Texas Farming?

As we broiled beneath a relentless sun in the Chihuahuan Desert, next to countless rows of improbably green cotton plants, I expected Ramon Tirres to tell me that water is his most precious resource. In the valley south of El Paso, Tirres grows...

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,...

Haaland's latest milestone, Brazil's No 9 battle and unlikely qualifiers – The Briefing

Welcome to The Briefing, where The Athletic discusses three of the biggest questions to arise from the weekend’s football. This edition, Norway hammered Israel 5-0 as Erling Haaland reached another milestone, Brazil finally refound their mojo...

Illinois governor vows to resist Trump administration ‘power grab’ after suing over national guard deployment to Chicago

Leavitt calls Trump-appointed judge 'untethered in reality' following national guard rulingKaroline Leavitt said that the ruling from Karin Immergut, a Trump-appointed federal judge, was “untethered in reality”. Immergut temporarily blocked the...