Erling Haaland scored a late winner as Norway defeated Ivory Coast 2–1 to secure a Round of 16 clash against Brazil at the 2026 World Cup.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has raised concerns over unsafe food in Nigeria, urging nationwide collaboration to address preventable foodborne illnesses.

A coalition of civil society groups has dismissed allegations against President's Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, calling them unsubstantiated and politically motivated distractions.

Kenya’s healthcare system is under strain from leadership fragmentation, unpaid State Department of Health (SHA) debts, and growing concerns over health as a democratic right.

Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has called on serving officers to prepare early for retirement, stressing it is not the end of relevance but a new phase of service.

Kylian Mbappe scored twice to become the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup knockout matches as France defeated Sweden 3-0 and advanced to face Paraguay.

Ronald Koeman has stepped down as Netherlands manager following their World Cup elimination, which was followed by a wave of racist abuse targeting players who missed penalties. The Dutch Football Association condemned the online racism.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has removed two Democratic Alliance deputy ministers from the national executive as part of a reshuffle within the Government of National Unity.

Anti-migrant protests across South Africa are causing economic disruption to small businesses, even as evidence shows migrants contribute positively to local economies.

South African Hawks leader resigns amid cocaine theft probe; Kenyan police fire on abduction protest; Nigeria sees multiple arrests and officer training. Agencies across Africa report active operations.

Political parties in Nigeria are intensifying preparations for the 2027 elections amid legal disputes, candidate credential debates, and internal party tensions.

Thousands marched in South Africa demanding the removal of undocumented migrants, amid reports of looting and violence. Authorities have responded with police deployments and deportation actions, sparking debate over xenophobia and economic impacts.

Key financial updates from South Africa include director share transactions at Discovery Limited, the listing of new instruments AMB612 and AMB613, Sebata Holdings' quarterly report, BNPS10 interest payments, and Pick n Pay's 2026 annual report release.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa calls for restraint during immigration-related demonstrations, while Nigerian political figure Peter Obi demands urgent action on insecurity and hunger, highlighting broader governance pressures across the continent.

The KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head resigns while an attempted murder trial involving a high-profile figure is delayed, and a political figure recounts a tense exchange with a suspended crime intelligence official.