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Africa

The lowdown on England’s next opponents

Yesterday at 12:58 PM, via BBC News

BBC Sport brings you all the information you need on DR Congo, England’s opponents on Wednesday in the World Cup Round of 32.

Sport

Which Wimbledon star are you?

Today at 08:48 AM, via BBC News

Are you more of a Jannik Sinner or a Serena Williams? Take our quiz and find your match!

Sport

‘Ferguson to assess Bologna future’ – gossip

Today at 08:38 AM, via BBC News

Scotland’s Lewis Ferguson reportedly told Bologna he will assess his future after the World Cup, while Wolfsburg are said to be closing in on Celtic-linked goalkeeper Tjark Ernst.

Education

Kenya: ‘Every Choice Has Consequences,’ Ruto Warns Students

Today at 07:58 AM, via AllAfrica

[Capital FM] Nairobi — President William Ruto has urged students to reject violence and embrace discipline following a wave of school unrest, warning that every decision they make today will shape their future.

Education

Uganda: Abandoned Children Drive Up School Dropout Rates At Kisima II Island

Today at 07:58 AM, via AllAfrica

[Independent (Kampala)] Jinja, Uganda — A growing number of child-headed families on Kisima II Island in Jinja City are struggling to survive, with many children dropping out of school to take responsibility for siblings after being abandoned by their parents. Kisima II Primary School, located on the island, started the 2026 academic year with 200 pupils, including 104 girls and 96 boys....

Education

Somalia: Somaliland Sets Record As 42,519 Students Begin Exams

Today at 07:58 AM, via AllAfrica

[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa — Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro on Saturday officially launched the 2026 national certificate examinations for middle and secondary schools, marking the start of one of the country’s largest annual education exercises.

Lifestyle

Miss SA 2026: Who are the Top 24 contestants?

Today at 08:29 AM, via The South African

Meet the Top 24 finalists who will be competing for the prestigious Miss SA 2026 crown as the pageant enters it’s ‘new era’.

Science/Tech

Takealot Swings To R180M Profit Amid Amazon & Temu Competition

Today at 08:48 AM, via Tech Financials

Takealot, South Africa’s dominant online retailer, has successfully defended its market share against a wave of international competitors, posting a significant financial turnaround for the 2026 fiscal year. Parent company Naspers confirmed today that the Takealot Group swung to a full-year aEBIT profit of $11 million (R180 million), a dramatic recovery from a $13 million […]

Health

Resident doctors take strike action over pay

Today at 01:00 AM, via BBC News

The BMA said there will “undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care” but “patient safety will still be prioritised”.