Australia defeated Denmark 1-0 to advance to 16 of the World Cup
With a 1-0 win over a disappointing Denmark on Wednesday, Australia advanced to the World Cup’s last 16 for the second time in their history. Winger Mathew Leckie scored the game-winning goal on the hour, ending Denmark’s hopes of qualifying for the World Cup in…
Kim will receive $200k per month in child support from Kanye West
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, a former Hollywood power couple, are gradually drawing closer to the end of their divorce process. Nearly two years after their breakup, the rapper and reality TV star both reached settlements on Thursday. North West, 9, Saint, 7, Chicago, 4,…
Will Namibia elect its first female president?
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the deputy prime minister of Namibia, is one step closer to becoming the nation’s first female president. Nandi-Ndaitwah was chosen as the vice president of Namibia’s ruling party on Monday (November 28), making her the front-runner to lead the party into the upcoming…
Cost reduction for prosthetics using 3D technology
According to a study published in the African Journal of Disability, 65 million people worldwide have had limbs amputated. Amputee care is a service that most South Africans cannot afford. Prosthetics can cost anywhere between $20,000 and $100,000 USD. Sibongile Mongadi founded Ukuhamba Prosthetics, a…
Senegalese flood the streets of Dakar to celebrate their victory over Ecuador
Senegal’s advancement to the round of 16 of the ongoing 2022 FIFA World Cup sparked joyous scenes in Dakar. After the Lions’ flawless performance and 2-1 victory over Ecuador, their supporters celebrated all over Dakar’s streets. Aliou Cissé’s team advanced to the next round thanks…
Combating al-Shebab extremists, Somalia makes progress
The Somali government is fighting an “all-out war” against al-Shebab extremists. The new strategy, which has been in effect since July, has already resulted in some gains in two regions of central Somalia. The al-Qaeda-affiliated group has been fighting the government and attempting to establish…
Coup attempt in Sao Tome and Principe fails – Prime Minister
According to Prime Minister Patrice Trovoada, a coup attempt failed on Thursday night in Sao Tome and Principe, a small Gulf of Guinea island nation regarded as a model of parliamentary democracy in Africa. Trovoada said in a video authenticated and sent to AFP in…
Senegal defeats Qatar 3-1 as the host nation nears its World Cup exit
On Friday, Senegal defeated Qatar 3-1 in the World Cup opener after a defensive blunder gave the African champion the lead. After Qatari defender Boualem Khoukhi attempted to make a clearance under no pressure, failed to connect properly, and fell on his backside, striker Boulaye…
Nigeria issues new Naira notes to combat fake currency
Nigeria today introduced new banknotes in an effort to combat forgery and the funding of islamist organizations. The new naira bank notes, according to Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, will help manage liquidity in a country where the majority of the currency is kept outside of…
Ghana’s Black Stars are prepared for their Thursday match against Portugal
Thursday’s matchup between Ghana’s Black stars and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal will be the team’s fourth appearance in the esteemed international competition. The Ghanaian team is comprised of up-and-coming young athletes making their international debuts. The only athletes to have participated in a World Cup are…