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The Secret Egyptian Air Base Powering Sudan’s Drone War
The covert base offers new evidence of how the Sudanese conflict is morphing into a theater for high-tech warfare, driven by foreign interests. The covert
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Ireland, Scotland tumble down rankings
Ireland have dropped to their lowest World Rugby ranking in nearly four years. A 36-14 defeat to France in Paris on Thursday night saw the

Townsend expects criticism after latest loss
Scotland coach Gregor Townsend admits there will be more pressure on him after his side’s 18-15 defeat to Italy in Rome on Saturday. The 52-year-old

Rampant England add to Wales’ woe
Winger Henry Arundell scored a first-half hat-trick of tries as England hammered Wales at Twickenham on Saturday. England, who last won the Six Nations six

Misery for Townsend as Italy stun Scots
Italy heaped the pressure on Scotland coach Gregor Townsend, running out deserved winners in their Six Nations opener played in atrocious wet conditions in Rome.

LIVE: England vs Wales
Follow the live action as England clash with Wales at Twickenham Stadium. Tweets by SixNationsRugby The post LIVE: England vs Wales appeared first on

LIVE: Italy vs Scotland
Follow the live action as Italy face Scotland at Stadio Olimpico in Rome. Tweets by SixNationsRugby The post LIVE: Italy vs Scotland appeared first

10 Best African players who will dominate 2026 with or without the World Cup
Here are the 10 best African players who stole the spotlight in 2025, and we expect to dominate the year 2026 with or without the
Music

Roiii Returns With Revamped Freestyle Fridays Series
The post Roiii Returns With Revamped Freestyle Fridays Series appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Roiii Returns With Revamped Freestyle Fridays Series. South African hip-hop artist Roiii has officially announced the return of his beloved series Freestyle Fridays, igniting huge excitement among fans and marking a fresh chapter for

MashBeatz Hints At Sonic Curveball As He Chases International Placements
The post MashBeatz Hints At Sonic Curveball As He Chases International Placements appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. MashBeatz Hints At Sonic Curveball As He Chases International Placements. South African producer and artist MashBeatz is preparing to switch gears in 2026, with signs pointing to a musical shift that

“Dear Rikhado, Love Riyadh” Carries YoungstaCPT’s Tribute To Bravo Le Roux
The post “Dear Rikhado, Love Riyadh” Carries YoungstaCPT’s Tribute To Bravo Le Roux appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “Dear Rikhado, Love Riyadh” Carries YoungstaCPT’s Tribute To Bravo Le Roux. The South African hip-hop scene is once again in a period of deep reflection and mourning, as Cape Town

Blxckie Releases New Single “Alupheli” Featuring Young Stunna
The post Blxckie Releases New Single “Alupheli” Featuring Young Stunna appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blxckie Releases New Single “Alupheli” Featuring Young Stunna. South African hip-hop star Blxckie is back with a fresh vibe, releasing his new single “alupheli” in collaboration with amapiano powerhouse Young Stunna. The track

Chad Da Don Marks Four Years Of Being Free From Cocaine Addiction
The post Chad Da Don Marks Four Years Of Being Free From Cocaine Addiction appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Chad Da Don Marks Four Years Of Being Free From Cocaine Addiction. South African rapper Chad Da Don reached a significant personal milestone by celebrating four years free from

“Back then you had to be good,” Flvme On How Social Media Changed The Music Industry
The post “Back then you had to be good,” Flvme On How Social Media Changed The Music Industry appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. “Back then you had to be good,” Flvme On How Social Media Changed The Music Industry. South African trap heavyweight FLVME just dropped a line
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Cole Palmer surpasses John Terry’s Premier League record at Chelsea
Cole Palmer was the centre of attraction in the Premier League game between Chelsea and Wolves at the Molineux on Saturday, February 6, 2026, where

Barcelona make final decision on the European Super League
Barcelona have made its final decision on its membership in the controversial European Super League tournament. In a historic shift for European football, FC Barcelona

2Baba shares his thoughts on the Wizkid vs Fela comparison
2Baba, in his latest interview, has shared his thoughts on the ongoing debates that compare Wizkid to the late Fela Kuti. Veteran Nigerian music icon
Education

Life Savers: High School Girls Bring STEM Solutions to Marsabit’s Water Crisis
Life Savers: High School Girls Bring STEM Solutions to Marsabit’s Water Crisis In the arid landscape of Marsabit, Kenya, where prolonged droughts have long challenged communities’ access to clean water, a group of high school girls from Moi Girls Marsabit are developing innovative solutions that could transform their region’s future.

World Education Day: How Education Is the Foundation for Change
World Education Day: How Education Is the Foundation for Change Education is often described as the key to opportunity, but in the communities Asante Africa Foundation serves across East Africa, education is more than access to classrooms or textbooks. It is the foundation upon which young people build livelihoods, protect

The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education
The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education Every January 24, the world marks International Day of Education. This year’s theme, “The power of youth in co-creating education,” recognizes what we at Asante Africa Foundation have known from the start: young people are the architects of their own futures. A Right,

Youth Voices for Human Rights: Empowerment Through Advocacy and Education
Youth Voices for Human Rights: Empowerment Through Advocacy and Education December 1st, marks the celebration of International Human Rights Day—an important global reminder of the rights, freedoms, and dignity entitled to every person. As an organization dedicated to improving educational opportunities and life outcomes for young people across East Africa,

Impacting Students and Creating Leaders through Mentorship
Impacting Students and Creating Leaders through Mentorship Every great leader carries the imprint of someone who believed in them early on. A teacher who listened. A guide who challenged them. A mentor who saw potential long before it was visible. On International Mentoring Day, also known globally as the International

What We’ve Learned: Key Takeaways from a Year of Youth Empowerment
What We’ve Learned: Key Takeaways from a Year of Youth Empowerment As the year comes to a close, one thing is clear: youth empowerment is not a theory, it is a practice. Across East Africa, young people have shown us what becomes possible when opportunity meets preparation, when education is
Entertainment

ACFTA Fest 2026 Holds Press Conference in Lagos
In a bid to promote Trade, Talent and Culture across Africa, stakeholders across the public and private sector met in Lagos on the 3rd of February 2026 ahead of the maiden edition of the African Connected Through Trade, Talent & Culture Festival (ACFTA Fest). ACFTA Fest is a landmark

A Regal Milestone: The Glorious Installation Of Alhaji Olawale Abiodun Lawal Abinugbola As Oluomo Of Ijebu Igbo
The Orimolusi of Ijebu Igbo, HRM Oba Lawrence Jayeoba Adebajo (Ojuromi VI) installs Alhaji Lawal Abiodun Olawale as the Oluomo of Ijebu Igbo on Thursday, February 5, 2025 at Ijebu Igbo, Ogun State. The Orimolusi Palace in Ijebu Igbo, Ogun State, was aglow with pomp, tradition and pride on February

A Detty December to Remember: Recapping The Foodie In Lagos Festival
Lagos’ food and lifestyle scene came alive on December 17 and 18, 2025, as thousands of guests gathered for the Foodie in Lagos Festival. A two-day celebration of food, drinks, music, and family-friendly experiences. Curated by Foodie in Lagos, the festival brought together 53 carefully selected vendors spanning food, lifestyle,

BN Book Excerpt: In Our Own Ways by Yejide Kilanko
Senami watched as Fadaka changed into an old adire gown, cleaned off her make-up, and removed her jewellery. All Aunty Kike’s instructions. Apparently, the plainer your dressing, the more spiritually connected you become. “If you go in this angry state, you’ll sabotage the prayers,” Senami said in a soft tone.

Super Bowl LX 2026: Kickoff Time, Halftime Show & Streaming Guide
Photo Credit: Seahawks/Instagram Ready for the biggest night in American sports? Super Bowl LX is landing at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California this Sunday, 8 February 2026, and it promises everything fans live for — jaw-dropping touchdowns, game-changing plays, and a halftime show you won’t forget. American football isn’t

Funke Akindele, Others Join Chude Jideonwo for the “How Depression Saved My Life” Launch
Chude Jideonwo, founder of the viral talk show #WithChude and Chair of the Fourthmainland Creator Fund, on January 29, 2026, hosted the official Lagos launch of his memoir, ‘How Depression Saved My Life’, at Alliance Française, Ikoyi. The event marked the first stop of an eight-city global tour and brought
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