Fresh debate has emerged around the 2026 World Cup after a special envoy to US President Donald Trump suggested that Iran should be replaced by Italy at the tournament. The proposal, made by Paolo Zampolli, has drawn criticism and reopened discussion around politics and football. According to reports by the Financial Times, Zampolli said it
US military personnel and ground crew have been spotted preparing explosive ordnance at an airbase in Gloucestershire. It follows US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s announcement earlier that “today” will be the “most intense” day of US strikes on Iran with the “most fighters, the most bombers, the most strikes”. A fleet of US military planes
Tensions between Sudan and Uganda have risen after a recent meeting in Entebbe brought together Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and Sudanese paramilitary leader Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, also known as Hemeti. Sudan’s army-aligned government strongly criticised Uganda for hosting Daglo, describing the reception as an “affront to humanity.” The meeting took place at State House in
Several people lost their lives in central Uganda hours after the country held a tense presidential election, raising fresh concerns about security and political freedom. Police confirmed that at least seven people were killed overnight following Thursday’s vote, which early results show President Yoweri Museveni winning by a wide margin and extending his long stay
The decision to host the 2026 Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi confirms a major shift in how global leaders plan to engage with Africa. French President Emmanuel Macron announced that the meeting will take place in Kenya in May 2026 and will be jointly hosted by Kenya and France. This will be the first time
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has strongly criticized the United States for conducting air strikes targeting terrorist groups in Northwest Nigeria. Malema argued that the actions undermine African sovereignty and reflect a disregard for the continent’s right to manage its security challenges independently. Speaking during a press briefing, Malema questioned the legitimacy of
Calm was slowly returning to Benin after a tense weekend marked by a failed attempt to overthrow the government, even as security forces continued searching for soldiers believed to be behind the plot. By Monday, authorities said several suspected coup participants had been arrested, while others were still on the run, possibly hiding in rural
Many people in Tanzania are starting the day with a sense of concern as news spreads about planned protests that could shape the events of the hours ahead. In different towns, conversations are focused on what might happen and how the demonstrations could influence daily routines. For some, the plans are a sign of growing
Nigeria moved quickly to assist its neighbour Benin after an unexpected announcement by a group of soldiers claiming they had launched a coup. According to the Nigerian president’s office, the decision to intervene followed two formal requests from Benin’s government, which raised alarm about the situation and asked for urgent help. As tension rose in
The new travel advisory issued by President Donald Trump’s administration has placed a strong spotlight on Tanzania, with the United States warning foreigners to stay away from the country because of possible unrest. The advisory came after reports that protests are being planned for December 9, 2025, with the US government noting that the demonstrations