Messi Hat Trick Fires Argentina Past Algeria in World Cup Opener
Lionel Messi scored a brilliant hat trick as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 and moved level with Miroslav Klose’s World Cup goals record….reports Asian Lite
FIFA to Pay Somali Referee Full World Cup Fee Despite US Entry Denial
FIFA will reportedly pay Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan his full tournament fee despite his exclusion from the 2026 World Cup….reports Africa Daily News
India, Egypt Strengthen Strategic Partnership at G7 Summit Meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reviewed bilateral ties on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian….reports Asian Lite News
Iran Show Grit to Hold New Zealand in Opener
Ramin Rezaeian starred with a goal and an assist as Iran twice came from behind to earn a point in Los Angeles….reports Asian Lite
South Africa Repatriates 2,745 Migrants in a Week
South Africa has repatriated 2,745 foreign nationals in the week since President Cyril Ramaphosa pledged tougher action against illegal immigration…reports Africa Daily News Desk
No AFCON Stars for Egypt at World Cup
Egypt will not wear the seven stars representing their record Africa Cup of Nations titles on their shirts at the FIFA World Cup 2026
South Africa looks to India’s UPI for cashless future
South Africa is exploring a real-time digital payments system inspired by India’s UPI as it seeks to reduce dependence on cash….reports Africa Daily News
DR Congo Ebola cases climb to 635 as health authorities intensify response
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded 635 confirmed Ebola cases as health officials continue efforts to contain the outbreak…reports Africa Daily News
Somali Referee Denied US Entry, Misses World Cup
Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan will miss the FIFA World Cup after being denied entry into the United States despite holding a valid visa….reports
Evacuation Under Way For Nigerians In South Africa
The Nigerian government has arranged evacuation flights for citizens in South Africa following reports of attacks on foreign nationals and rising anti immigration tensions….reports
