June 23
Ethiopia: Tigray Party Lauds U.S. Visa Restrictions, Demands End to Hostile Actions
ENA
The visa restrictions imposed by the United States against hardliners of the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) and their immediate families send an unequivocal message to the… Read more »
Nigeria: Honour Terms of Your Visa, U.S. Mission Warns Nigerians
Vanguard
United States Mission in Nigeria has reminded Nigerian travellers to strictly comply with US immigration laws, saying adherence to visa terms was key to protecting future travel… Read more »
Kenya: CS Duale Confirms Suspension of Ebola Facility Collaboration with U.S.
Capital FM
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has confirmed that the government and the United States have suspended the proposed collaboration involving an Ebola-related facility at… Read more »
Nigeria: Full List - U.S. Names Nigerian, Companies Linked to Financing Terrorism
Vanguard
The United States has designated a Nigerian national and three companies operating in Nigeria as alleged facilitators of financial activities linked to the Islamic State of Iraq… Read more »
Nigeria: U.S. Designates Nigerian Bureau De Change in Fresh ISIS Financing Crackdown, Deepens Counterterrorism Partnership With Abuja
This Day
The United States has imposed terrorism-related sanctions on three Nigerian bureaux de change and their alleged owner over accusations of financing the Islamic State West Africa… Read more »
Senegal: Senegal Leads in Fighting Financial Crime [press release]
U.S. Embassy Dakar
Nine distinguished Senegalese legal professionals completed rigorous training at the International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) in Gaborone. Read more »
June 22
Africa: Egypt End 92-Year Wait for World Cup Win As Salah Fires Pharaohs to Historic Victory
Leadership
Mohamed Salah inspired Egypt to a landmark 3-1 comeback victory over New Zealand on Monday, securing the Pharaohs' first-ever FIFA World Cup win and sending them to the top of… Read more »
Africa: Cape Verde Shine Again, Hold Uruguay in World Cup Thriller
Leadership
Cape Verde's remarkable FIFA World Cup debut continued on Monday as the tournament newcomers battled to an entertaining 2-2 draw with two-time champions Uruguay in Miami,… Read more »
Africa: US Announces Non-Refundable $750 Visa Fee to Enable Travellers Skip Queues
This Day
The US Government through the State Department will offer a "premium" expedited service for foreigners seeking business or tourist visas to come to the United States that will set… Read more »
Eswatini: Ejubukweni Primary School Handover Ceremony Remarks By Chargé d'Affaires Marc Weinstock [press release]
U.S. Embassy Mbabane
Chargé d' Affaires Marc Weinstock delivering his remarks at Ejubukweni School Handover CeremonySanibonani. Read more »
Egypt: Iran Team Leaves Note of Thanks to LA, Egypt Win First-Ever World Cup Match
Daily Maverick
Iran thank Los Angeles for its hospitality amid World Cup challenges, while Egypt claims their first victory, fuelled by Mohamed Salah and a resurgent team spirit. Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Ivory Coast Coach Takes Swipe At Germany
New Era
Ivory Coast coach Emerse Faé has said Germany lacked fair play in their World Cup match on Saturday. Read more »
Egypt: Egypt Beat New Zealand 3-1 for Their First World Cup Win in History
Vanguard
Egypt earned the first World Cup win in their history by beating New Zealand 3-1 on Sunday, putting them on track to reach the knockout round for the first time. Read more »
June 21
South Africa: US Farmer Faces Legal Pushback for Paying White SA Workers Higher Wages
Daily Maverick
Five black American workers are taking a Mississippi farmer to court because they allege he is favouring and paying white South African guest workers higher wages. Read more »
Nigeria: Njideka Akunyili Crosby Brings the Obamas Closer to Home
This Day
The unveiling of her portrait of Barack and Michelle Obama at the Obama Presidential Center marks another significant milestone in the ascent of Njideka Akunyili Crosby, one of the… Read more »
Nigeria: President Tinubu Celebrates Obi of Onitsha Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe On His 85th Birthday [document]
State Department
President Bola Tinubu congratulates the Obi of Onitsha, His Majesty, Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe (Agbogidi), on his 85th birthday. Read more »
North Africa: FIFA World Cup 2026 (Gr.F) - Tunisia Suffer 0-4 Defeat to Japan
Tunis Afrique Presse
Tunisia were eliminated from the FIFA World Cup 2026 after suffering a 0-4 defeat to Japan on Sunday in a second Group F game in Monterrey, Mexico. Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Undav Double Lifts Germany Past Ivory Coast
Scrolla
Deniz Undav came off the bench to score twice, including a stoppage-time winner, as Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1 in Toronto on Saturday to secure a place in the next round of the… Read more »
Nigeria: When Time Bows to Greatness - - Messi's Hat-Trick, His 200th Cap, and the Long Shadow of Immortality Paul Lucky Okoku
This Day
Twenty-one years after a young Argentine mesmerised the world in Holland, Lionel Messi returned to football's grandest stage to remind us that some legends do not age--they simply… Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Undav Late Strike Gives Germany Win Over Cote d'Ivoire
This Day
Deniz Undav's 94th-minute goal clinched a come-from-behind 2-1 victory for Germany against Ivory Coast in Group E to send them into the World Cup knockout stages. Read more »
Ghana/Nigeria: Saka Trains Alone Ahead of England Versus Ghana Clash
This Day
Bukayo Saka was the only player not involved in group training as England continued preparations for their second match of the World Cup against Ghana. Read more »
June 20
Nigeria: Nigeria's Loss, America's Gain - Folarin Balogun Shines As the U.S. Opens Its World Cup Campaign
This Day
From Nearly Empty College Bleachers Decades Ago to Packed World Cup Stadiums in 2026, America's Football Journey Has Become Personal* Read more »
June 19
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 19, 2026
allAfrica
African Union Condemns Attack on Nigerien Airport Read more »
Kenya: Fabricated Quote Used to Claim Trump Warned Kenyan President Ruto Over 'Oppressing Kenyans' At G7 Summit
Africa Check
Fabricated quote used to claim Trump warned Kenyan president Ruto over 'oppressing Kenyans' at G7 summit Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Cote d'Ivoire Star Denied Entry Into Canada Ahead Germany Clash
Leadership
Cote d'Ivoire forward Elye Wahi has been denied entry into Canada ahead of the Elephants' crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E clash against Germany, as questions continue to swirl… Read more »
