The Nigerian watch-lover lost in time
For years repairing watches was a booming business, but a Kaduna horologist now has time on his hands.
Africa
Liverpool will ‘stay humble’ – but lead at top ‘feels different’
Mohamed Salah says it “feels different” as Liverpool come from behind to beat Leicester and move seven points clear at the top.
News24 | Mozambique opposition leader says police fanning post-poll unrest
Mozambique’s main opposition leader Venancio Mondlane on Thursday accused security forces of encouraging looting and unrest to allow the ruling party to declare a state of emergency after contested elections.
How Tebogo inspired Botswanan’s motorcycling triumph
Olympic 200m Letsile Tebogo provided inspiration to help Botswana’s Ross Branch win a historic World Rally-Raid Championship title this year.
South Africa v Pakistan – first Test scorecard
Latest scorecard from the first Test between South Africa and Pakistan at Centurion.
News24 | Zimbabwe, SA have different takes on Mozambique elections outcome as protests continue
The governments of Zimbabwe and South Africa have different views on the final proclamation of the Mozambican general election results, which have been marred by violence since October.
Sudan slides deeper into famine, experts say
Famine has spread to five areas in the war-hit country, a UN-backed group says.
News24 | Mozambique burning: Schools, police stations and toll gates destroyed during ‘Turbo V8’ protests
In Mozambique, police stations and schools have been burnt down, toll gates destroyed, and other public infrastructure damaged, while the main road to the airport in Maputo was barricaded under the latest nationwide protests dubbed “Turbo V8”.
News24 | Mozambique’s controversial election result upheld: What to know
Country’s top electoral court confirms ruling Frelimo party’s win, raising fears as opposition promises more protests.
News24 | US condemns some UN Security Council members for not calling out Rwanda for supporting M23 rebels
The US was disappointed by some UN Security Council (UNSC) members who resisted directly blaming Rwanda for the conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
News24 | Mozambique top court confirms ruling party victory in disputed election
Mozambique’s top court on Monday confirmed the ruling party Frelimo’s victory in an October election which has sparked massive protests by opposition groups who say the vote was rigged.
Mauritius hints Chagos talks stuck over money
The deputy PM said the UK was “quibbling” over the sum to be handed over to Mauritius.
News24 | Mozambique on edge as judges rule on disputed election
Tension was mounting in Mozambique on Monday, 23 December with judges about to rule on its disputed election, with the opposition leader vowing “chaos” if the ruling party is confirmed as the winner in a standoff that has already claimed at least 130 lives.
Soweto’s ‘Lion King’ on his return for Mufasa
Lebo M, who played a key role in the original movie, reflects on his career and contribution to Mufasa.
Mozambique tense ahead of ruling on disputed election
The result when first announced in October sparked deadly protests after claims the poll was rigged.
Carolissen eyes ‘bigger picture’ for darts in Africa
South Africa’s Cameron Carolissen hopes his appearance at the 2025 PDC World Championship can boost darts on the continent despite his first-round exit.
News24 | Mozambique on knife edge ahead of Constitutional Court ruling on disputed elections
On Monday, the Mozambican Constitutional Court is set to proclaim the disputed 9 October general elections; however, tempers remain high with opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane calling for “Turbo V8” mass protests.
News24 | Isabel dos Santos: From Africa’s richest woman to ‘dirty money’ probe
Dos Santos is facing sanctions and investigations in Angola, the UK, the US and Portugal.
News24 | Chinese men accused of running illegal gold mine in Congo
Seventeen Chinese men have been arrested on suspicion of running an illegal gold mine in Democratic Republic of Congo, authorities said there on Friday, as the government pressed on with a crackdown on
News24 | Cyclone Chido death toll rises to 94 in Mozambique
Cyclone Chido killed at least 94 people in Mozambique in its deadly rampage through the Indian Ocean last week, the country’s disaster management agency said Sunday, raising a previous death toll of 76.
Jogging memories: Why some Nigerians in London set up their own running club
Young Igbos in the UK meet up weekly to reconnect with their roots.