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September 29, 2026 04:39 (EAT) • 3 hours ago

'This is normal for us in Africa,' Dangote dismisses court order halting Lamu oil refinery construction

Earlier, Dangote Group said in a statement that activities at the Lamu site may be affected owing to the ruling, but reaffirmed that the court's decision had not halted the groundbreaking ceremony slated for Wednesday, September 30.

September 28, 2026 12:30 (EAT) • 1 day ago

England's Tuchel says calls for rotation are 'madness'

They next visit the Czech Republic on Tuesday and Croatia on Saturday, before playing the Czechs again at home on ⁠October 6, with the packed schedule leading to calls for some players who had short summer breaks due to the World Cup to be rested.

September 27, 2026 11:59 (EAT) • 2 days ago

South Africa police hunt suspects after 27 killed in two separate shootings

Gang violence and organised crime remain rife in South Africa, ⁠despite government efforts to curb one of the highest per capita murder rates in the world, including by deploying the army in some areas.

September 26, 2026 03:29 (EAT) • 3 days ago

South Africa open to more talks with US after visa dispute, minister says

The two countries were discussing ways to accommodate new US entrants into South Africa's mining sector, among other matters, Lamola said, and were making progress when Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced curbs onvisas for South Africans, citing concerns over its laws and policies.

September 26, 2026 11:31 (EAT) • 3 days ago

Europe's biggest leagues demand sweeping FIFA reforms

England's Premier League, Germany's ‌Bundesliga, Italy's Serie A and Spain's LaLiga said FIFA needed stronger checks and balances, clear constitutional boundaries and greater separation between its regulatory and commercial functions.

September 25, 2026 11:32 (EAT) • 4 days ago

Infantino looks set to stay, but FIFA faces a new war over power

The FIFA president has a succession of opportunities in the coming months to meet national association leaders at tournaments, congresses and confederation events, including several gatherings in ⁠Africa.

September 25, 2026 12:02 (EAT) • 4 days ago

Asian stocks weather bond storm, oil retreats slightly

European bourses are set for a higher open, with pan-region stock futures up 0.6% as oil prices retreated a little. Brent crude eased 1.2% to $105.3 a barrel, after climbing 3% overnight, as Iranian President said it was up to the US to choose when the war will end.

September 23, 2026 07:23 (EAT) • 6 days ago

Mbappe misses France training with illness ahead of Nations League games

The Real Madrid forward remained at France's ⁠training base while the rest of Zidane's squad took part in the session.

September 22, 2026 11:02 (EAT) • 6 days ago

Infantino says he is open to talks over FIFA reform

He also said he would propose consultations with confederations, member associations and other stakeholders on strengthening FIFA's decision-making.

September 22, 2026 09:01 (EAT) • 6 days ago

AFCON qualifiers to kick off as decision on last winners awaited

A total of 48 countries are divided into 12 groups and begin ‌a six-round qualifying process running to March next year, with the top two in nine of the groups advancing to the finals.

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'This is normal for us in Africa,' Dangote dismisses court order halting Lamu oil refinery construction

England's Tuchel says calls for rotation are 'madness'

South Africa police hunt suspects after 27 killed in two separate shootings

South Africa open to more talks with US after visa dispute, minister says

Europe's biggest leagues demand sweeping FIFA reforms

Infantino looks set to stay, but FIFA faces a new war over power

Asian stocks weather bond storm, oil retreats slightly

Mbappe misses France training with illness ahead of Nations League games

Infantino says he is open to talks over FIFA reform

AFCON qualifiers to kick off as decision on last winners awaited

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