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...

US-Ghana Deportation Deal Challenged In Court Over Constitutional, Human Rights Concerns

A group of 14 people has become the latest West Africans deported from the United States to Ghana under an accord between the two countries, according to a lawyer whose organisation has filed a lawsuit seeking to block the arrangement. Oliver...

‘A defining moment of our nation’: Cape Verde goes wild to celebrate historic World Cup spot

On 5 July 1975, the Cape Verdean flag was raised for the first time at Estádio da Várzea in the capital city of Praia, marking the nation’s declaration of independence from Portugal. At that moment, there was no national football team – and no...

South Africa join smallest country Cape Verde at biggest World Cup

JOHANNESBURG (AP): SOUTH AFRICA became the latest African nation to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after beating Rwanda 3-0 yesterday to top their qualifying group, despite being docked three points for fielding an ineligible player in earlier...

'I'm probably the luckiest person in the world' - Lopes

Pico Lopes was still struggling to take in the magnitude of helping Cape Verde qualify for their first World Cup as he began a dash back to Dublin to be present for the birth of his first child. The West African archipelago found themselves drawn...

14 West Africans deported from U.S. to Ghana amid legal challenge

A group of 14 people has become the latest West Africans deported from the U.S. to Ghana under an accord between the countries, said a lawyer whose group filed a lawsuit Tuesday seeking to block the arrangement. Oliver Barker-Vormawor, who...

Federal Judge Says Trump Admin Seemingly Blocking Abrego Garcia's Deportation To Costa Rica, Wants To Take Him To Africa

A federal judge questioned Justice Department lawyers for allegedly blocking the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Costa Rica instead of Africa. CBS News detailed that U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis what is preventing immigration authorities...

Take advantage of Mpakeni Dam project – King

Reading Time: 2 minutesHis Majesty King Mswati III has encouraged residents in areas near Mpakeni Dam to take advantage of the game-changing project, which is part of the Mkhondvo-Ngwavuma Water Augmentation Programme (MNWAP). The project is...

'I don't have words': Cape Verde erupts in celebration after historic World Cup qualification

A carnival-like atmosphere erupted in the streets of Cape Verde's capital Praia on Tuesday AEDT after the tiny archipelago nation qualified for the first time ever for the World Cup. Amid honking horns and street fireworks, euphoric fans poured...

Ghana rights group files lawsuit against government’s acceptance of U.S. deportees

ACCRA, Ghana — A group of 14 people have become the latest West Africans deported from the U.S. to Ghana under an accord between the countries, said a lawyer whose group filed a lawsuit Tuesday seeking to block the arrangement. Oliver...

'Why not?' Judge rebukes U.S. over handling of Abrego Garcia’s case

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Ghana rights group files lawsuit against government’s acceptance of US deportees

ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — A group of 14 people have become the latest West Africans deported from the U.S. to Ghana under an accord between the countries, said a lawyer whose group filed a lawsuit Tuesday seeking to block the arrangement. Oliver...

PSUs to sign tomorrow if govt increases figure

Reading Time: 2 minutesPublic Sector Unions (PSUs) say they are willing to sign the salary review deal tomorrow, but only if government increases the current budget allocation. This was revealed by PSU leaders, who described the negotiation...

FIFA congratulates Cape Verde on maiden World Cup qualification

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Cape Verde on their remarkable qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the nation’s first-ever appearance at football’s biggest global stage. In a video posted on his official Instagram account,...

Fifa World Cup: Cape Verde make history with World Cup qualification

Cape Verde added a third goal in added time when Stopira, a substitute for Joao Paulo, pounced on a loose ball to score. Cape Verde rely heavily on players born outside the nation to Cape Verdean parents or grandparents. Livramento was born in...

AP Sports SummaryBrief at 9:43 p.m. EDT

Mariners take 2-0 ALCS lead, beat Blue Jays 10-3 as Rodríguez, Polanco and Naylor homer TORONTO (AP) — Julio Rodríguez and Jorge Polanco hit three-run homers, Josh Naylor added a two-run drive and the Seattle Mariners took a 2-0 lead in the AL...

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...

Cape Verde declares holiday for Sihlangu clash

Reading Time: 2 minutesSOCCER – The Government of Cape Verde has declared today a public holiday, ahead of the country’s decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Sihlangu Semnikati. With just one match remaining in Group D, Cape Verde stands...

EXCLUSIVE: Cape Verde star Semedo on reaching the World Cup with his tiny island nation

On Monday, Cape Verde stamped their passport to the 2026 World Cup - an incredible feat for a nation with just over 500,000 inhabitants. Midfielder Yannick Semedo was a starter in the decisive match and, in this exclusive interview with...

AP Sports SummaryBrief at 8:47 p.m. EDT

Mariners take 2-0 ALCS lead, beat Blue Jays 10-3 as Rodríguez, Polanco and Naylor homer TORONTO (AP) — Julio Rodríguez and Jorge Polanco hit three-run homers, Josh Naylor added a two-run drive and the Seattle Mariners took a 2-0 lead in the AL...