The 10 smallest nations to make it to a World Cup - Cape Verde qualify & go 2nd

By population ©IMAGO To many Westerners, the small islands of Cape Verde off of the West coast of Africa are best known as a holiday destination, such is the boom in tourism on the archipelago in recent years. But the nation rarely hits the...

'Like human trafficking': how US deported five men to Eswatini

Roberto Mosquera's family had no trace of him for a month after he was arrested by US immigration agents, until a government social media post revealed he had been deported to Africa's last absolute monarchy. Immigration and Customs Enforcement...

'Like Human Trafficking': How The US Deported Five Men To Eswatini

Roberto Mosquera's family had no trace of him for a month after he was arrested by US immigration agents, until a government social media post revealed he had been deported to Africa's last absolute monarchy. Immigration and Customs Enforcement...

Miss Eswatini car controversy deepens

Reading Time: 2 minutesFollowing a submission by Mayiwane MP Sicelo Dlamini demanding answers on the Miss Eswatini grand prize, Stucky Motors Eswatini has publicly denied sponsoring a brand-new car for reigning queen Temvelo Mtsetfwa. Temvelo was...

Eswatini accepts 11 more convicted criminals from the United States, South Africans express concern

The Kingdom of Eswatini announced that it will be accepting more convicted criminals from the United States of America The acting spokesperson for the government stated that the immigrants pose no security threat to the nation or neighbouring...

Who is Peter Matsimbe? Ayanda Thabethe's husband, businessman & controversies

Ayanda Thabethe's husband, Peter Matsimbe, is a controversial businessman. He married South African media personality and mother of his two kids, Ayanda Thabethe, in June 2025 after over three years of dating. Following their December 2024...

Goals and Highlights: Eswatini vs Angola in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers (2-2)

94' - Game over! The match at Somhlolo National Stadium ends. In a very tight match, Eswatini and Angola are tied 2-2 in the ninth round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Thank you for watching this great match with us live. ↔️ 89' - Angola...

Deaths, Disappearances, and Danger in Immigrant – Detention In partnership with American Community Media – National Briefing Series

By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, Pilar Marerro, co-producer of American Community Media’s Weekly National Briefings served as moderator for this briefing with three expert panelists and eighty media outlets. She reported that fifteen...

With 15 Wives, 30 Children, 100 Attendants, Eswatini’s King Mswati III’s Lavish Abu Dhabi Arrival Sparks Global Outrage

SRINAGAR: An old video of Eswatini’s King Mswati III arriving in Abu Dhabi has resurfaced online, reigniting debate over the African monarch’s extravagant lifestyle and the deep poverty facing his country. The footage, first seen in July, shows...

From hip-hop to neo-soul: Meet Southern Africa’s rising musical innovators

Southern Africa’s underground music scene is thriving, driven by artists who prioritize experimentation, independence, and community over mainstream validation. In South Africa, Brotherkupa’s bass-heavy hip-hop and Mfanatouchline’s inventive...

Cape Verde qualify for the World Cup for the first time

A carnival-like atmosphere erupted in the streets of Cape Verde’s capital, Praia, on Monday after the tiny archipelago nation qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time. Honking horns and street fireworks greeted euphoric fans pouring out...

How to watch NHL 2025/26: live stream every game, TV channels

Watch NHL 2025/26 live streams as hockey teams from the US and Canada clash on the ice once more on the quest for the Stanley Cup. Below we have all the info on how to watch NHL hockey from anywhere in the world with details on worldwide TV...

Shililifa claims historic victory in Eswatini

Hilma Nalupe Namibian cyclist Olivia Shililifa made history at the MTN Khemani Road Classic 2025 in Eswatini, becoming the first woman to win the 100km race. Racing for CYMOT Racing Team on 27 September, Shililifa powered through the tough terrain...

What We Can Learn from Tiny Cape Verde's Historic World Cup Qualification

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Cape Verde has made football history. The small island nation off the coast of West Africa secured its first-ever World Cup ticket after defeating Eswatini 3–0 at the Estadio Nacional in Praia on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. The...

Inside the political war tearing Fort Hare University apart

The University of Fort Hare is counting the cost of a week of violent protests that left its campuses looking like war zones and caused damage estimated at up to R500m. Vice-Chancellor Prof Sakhela Buhlungu, who has been accused by some students...

Meet the Underground Artists Redefining Southern Africa’s Music Scene

The term underground occupies contested terrain in the modern era. Back in the nineties, it was used to describe a distinct sound, subculture, or way of being — often marked by aesthetic rebellion and opposition to the mainstream — but its...

15 Wives, 30 Kids,100 Servants: Eswatini King’s UAE Visit Sparks Online Debate

A viral video of King Mswati III of Eswatini arriving in Abu Dhabi has become a major topic of debate on the internet. The king, who rules over Africa’s last remaining absolute monarchy, landed in the United Arab Emirates on July 10, 2025, in...

Music Library uplifts two artists

The Music Library Concerts, a Mateo Bambi and US Embassy initiative, supports Eswatini artists Celumusa Mkhaliphi and Zinia, giving them exposure through live performances and digital archives. Reading Time: 2 minutesTwo artists, Celumusa...

Cape Verde clinches historic qualification for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Cape Verde has secured its first-ever qualification for the FIFA World Cup, becoming the second-smallest nation to reach the tournament. Cape Verde now becomes the second-smallest country ever to qualify for a World Cup, after Iceland, which made...

Newcastle v Nottingham Forest Live TV – Global channel listings on Sunday for St James’ Park clash

Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Newcastle v Nottingham Forest Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Sunday (2pm (UK) kick-off). The Newcastle United players looking to follow up...