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Nestory Irankunda scores Australia’s first World Cup goal against Turkiye
Nestory Irankunda buried Australia’s opening goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 14, finishing a counter-attack in the 27th minute against Turkiye in Vancouver. At 20 years old, he became the youngest player in Socceroos history to score at a World Cup. The goal gave Australia a 1-0 lead in their Group D
Carlo Ancelotti takes responsibility for Brazil’s 1-1 draw with Morocco as crypto fan tokens enter the World Cup spotlight
Brazil opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Morocco on June 13, and Carlo Ancelotti accepted full responsibility for the tactical shortcomings that left the five-time champions splitting points in their Group C opener. Ancelotti promised improvement and reminded everyone that you don’t win a World Cup in your first
Scotland defeats Haiti 1-0 in World Cup opener, tops Group C
Scotland picked up their first World Cup victory in 28 years on June 13, beating Haiti 1-0 in their Group C opener at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. John McGinn scored the only goal of the match in the 28th minute, pouncing on a rebound after Haitian goalkeeper Johny Placide saved an initial effort from
Top 10 African Countries with the Strongest Currencies in April 2026
The African economic landscape in 2026 is a testament to resilience and strategic fiscal reform. While global markets have faced volatility, several African nations have successfully stabilized their legal tender through aggressive monetary policies, mineral wealth, and a shift toward diversified exports. For investors, travelers, and business leaders, understanding currency strength is not just about
African Development Bank Commits Up to $15 Million to Alterra Fund to Back High-Growth African Firms
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved an equity investment of up to $15 million in the Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund (AAA Fund), a private equity vehicle focused on scaling high-growth businesses across the continent. The investment is expected to help mobilise additional institutional capital while strengthening the fund’s ability to provide long-term financing to
African Development Bank Invests $8.1 Million in Breega Africa Seed Fund
The African Development Bank Group has approved an investment of about $8.1 million in the Breega Africa Seed I Fund to support early-stage technology startups across the continent. The investment comprises $5.4 million in equity from the bank and a further $2.7 million junior tranche financed on behalf of the European Commission under the Boost
Ronaldo’s old club step up African talent hunt with scouting trip to Nigeria
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Ronaldo Delima's old club, Cruzeiro have intensified their push into the African market after sending a scouting representative to...
African scientists push for homegrown pharma innovation
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5 African Billionaires Enter the World’s Top 500 Rich List at Start of 2026
A few Africans are listed among the world’s 500 richest people. Even with global markets remaining unpredictable, Africa’s richest individuals have opened the year with resilient businesses and, in some cases, fast-moving valuations that keep them visible on the world’s richest list. But their relevance goes beyond net-worth rankings. These individuals sit at the intersection
Top South African Star Makhadzi Hospitalised Following Road Accident
Makhadzi Hospitalised After Limpopo Car Crash South African music sensation Makhadzi is recovering in the hospital after being involved in a serious road accident. The award-winning performer was travelling from Limpopo to Johannesburg when the incident occurred on the morning of 31 December. Her management company...
WAFCON 2026: African champions Nigeria draw Zambia, Egypt, Malawi as Madugu is beaten to award
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Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been drawn alongside Zambia, Egypt and Malawi in Group C of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON),...
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Nestory Irankunda scores Australia’s first World Cup goal against Turkiye
Nestory Irankunda buried Australia’s opening goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 14, finishing a counter-attack in the 27th minute against Turkiye in Vancouver. At 20 years old, he became the youngest player in Socceroos history to score at a World Cup. The goal gave Australia a 1-0 lead in their Group D
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Carlo Ancelotti takes responsibility for Brazil’s 1-1 draw with Morocco as crypto fan tokens enter the World Cup spotlight
Brazil opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Morocco on June 13, and Carlo Ancelotti accepted full responsibility for the tactical shortcomings that left the five-time champions splitting points in their Group C opener. Ancelotti promised improvement and reminded everyone that you don’t win a World Cup in your first
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Scotland defeats Haiti 1-0 in World Cup opener, tops Group C
Scotland picked up their first World Cup victory in 28 years on June 13, beating Haiti 1-0 in their Group C opener at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. John McGinn scored the only goal of the match in the 28th minute, pouncing on a rebound after Haitian goalkeeper Johny Placide saved an initial effort from
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Pyth Network Targets Bloomberg’s $50 Billion Market-Data Empire
Pyth Network is pushing deeper into the more than $50 billion market for financial data, launching 24/7 index products across metals, oil, and U.S. equities as it positions its onchain price feeds against incumbents like Bloomberg. Key Takeaways Pyth Network launched 24/7 indices for metals, oil, and U.S. equities, adopted by Coinbase and Kraken. Euronext
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Macron and Trump test their bruised bromance at G7 summit
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