Mexican Cartels Turn South African Farms Into Meth Hubs
South African authorities have uncovered a billion-rand meth lab linked to Mexican nationals in Swartruggens, highlighting a growing trend of cartels producing drugs locally.
Africa
Sub-Saharan Africa Seeks to Outperform North in World Cup 2026
Sub-Saharan African teams are aiming to outshine their northern counterparts at the 2026 World Cup, with nations like Senegal and Ghana seeking to break the dominance of North African teams, according to Al Jazeera.
Ebola Spread in Central Africa Could Match 2014 Record, Warns CDC
A new U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analysis warns that the current Ebola outbreak in central Africa could result in up to 20,000 cases and 4,000 deaths in the next three months if containment efforts fail.
Nearly 50 Die of Thirst in Sahara Desert After Lorry Breaks Down
At least 49 people have died of thirst in the Sahara desert in northern Niger after their truck broke down, according to local authorities.
Ghana Passes Anti-LGBTQ+ Law as People Panic
Ghana’s parliament has passed a sweeping law criminalising LGBTQ+ activities, prompting panic among the community, according to The Guardian.
Nigeria Police Warn Against Reprisal Attacks on South Africans
Nigeria police have warned against reprisal attacks against South African nationals or businesses, according to the BBC.
Mayor Cancels DR Congo Friendly with Chile Over Ebola Concerns
The Democratic Republic of Congo's international friendly against Chile in Spain has been canceled due to health concerns over an Ebola outbreak in the African nation, according to BBC.
Mozambique Says Five Citizens Killed in South Africa Xenophobic Attacks
Mozambique said five of its nationals were killed in 'xenophobic attacks' in South Africa at the weekend, according to the government’s media office. Efforts are underway to repatriate hundreds more.
South Africa Police Investigate Killing of Two Mozambican Men
South Africa police are investigating the killing of two Mozambican men in Mossel Bay, according to authorities. The Mozambican government earlier claimed five of its nationals were killed in xenophobic attacks.
Two People Shot Dead Amid Kenya Protests Over US Ebola Center
Two people were shot dead in central Kenya amid protests against a U.S. plan to establish an Ebola isolation center, the BBC has learned.
USMNT vs. Senegal Friendly: 2-2 Prediction, TV Info, and Match Insights
The U.S. Men's National Team faces Senegal in a key friendly ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on May 31. According to Sports Illustrated, the match is expected to be tightly contested, with both teams aiming to fine-tune their preparations.
South Africa Made to Look Foolish Over World Cup Visa Issues
South Africa's sports minister has criticized the country's football association for a visa-related travel delay ahead of the World Cup, saying the situation has made the nation 'look like fools'.
16 Kenyan Girls Killed in Dormitory Fire at Utumishi Academy
At least 16 students were killed in a dormitory fire at a girls’ school in Kenya, according to police. The blaze occurred at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil.
Ghana Parliament Passes Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill
Ghana's parliament has passed a bill criminalizing homosexuality and the promotion of LGBTQ+ activities, according to the BBC.
Eight students arrested in Kenya after suspected deadly school arson attack
Eight students have been arrested in Kenya following a suspected arson attack at a girls' school that killed 16 pupils, according to police.