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Teen burglar cooks breakfast in stolen home in KZN

A 14-year-old boy was caught frying eggs inside a Hazelmere home he allegedly burgled. The incident highlights youth crime and home security concerns in South Africa. Read the full story.

Salah's Penalty Sends Egypt to AFCON Last 16

Mohamed Salah's first-half penalty secured a 1-0 win for 10-man Egypt over South Africa, making them the first team to qualify for the AFCON 2025 knockout stage. Read the full match report.

Rivers: 2 Senators, 6 State Lawmakers Join APC

Two senators and six state lawmakers from Rivers have defected to the APC, citing PDP crises. The party's secretary predicts more defections as the South-South now has all APC governors.

APC Chieftain Charles Idahosa Dies at 72

Edo State mourns as outspoken APC chieftain Charles Idahosa, known as Charlie Tempo, passes away at 72. His death follows that of a former Delta senator, marking a sad week for the South-South region.

4 Traffic Cops Arrested for Murder of Nigerian in SA

Four South African traffic police officers have been arrested for the murder of 37-year-old Nigerian Osinakachukwu Marcus Onu. The suspects will face court on murder charges. Read the full details.

NGOs Reward Edo School Hockey Team After National Success

The Francis & Fidelia Ibhawoh Foundation and CSED Initiative have rewarded St. Maria Goretti School's hockey team for winning silver at the National Youth Games. Read about the cash gifts and legacy of Nigeria's only school with a hockey Astro turf.

New Athletic Stars Emerge for Nigeria at Africa Youth Games

Team Nigeria's fruitful outing at the 4th Africa Youth Games in Angola has unearthed promising talents likened to legends Mary Onyali and Falilat Ogunkoya. Yusuf Alli reports major discoveries securing the nation's athletic future.

Community beats man for alleged assault on child

Angry residents in eThekwini, KZN, beat a man to a pulp for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend's 5-year-old daughter. The suspect was later handed to Verulam SAPS. Read the full report.

12 killed in South Africa hostel shooting

Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.

Nigeria's 2026 World Cup Pot 3 Fate Revealed

Discover which group the Super Eagles would have joined at the 2026 FIFA World Cup had they qualified. Analysis of Nigeria's Pot 3 ranking and the draw that never was.

MFM Ends Bayelsa Mega Crusade, Dedicates 3 Regions

Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries concludes a powerful two-day crusade in Yenagoa, focusing on faith for 'hard things' and officially launching three new South-South regions. Read the full report.

U.S. Replaces South Africa with Poland for G20 Summit

The United States has excluded South Africa from the 2026 G20 summit, inviting Poland instead. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited economic and political reasons. South Africa says it will wait out the 2026 meetings. Read the full story.

Petit Snubs Nigeria, Picks AFCON 2025 Favourites

Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has named Morocco and South Africa as his favourites to win AFCON 2025, snubbing Nigeria's Super Eagles. Get the full story and expert analysis here.

South Africa to Sit Out 2026 G20 After US Ban

South Africa announces it will not participate in the 2026 G20 meetings after the US barred its inclusion. Get the full details on this diplomatic standoff and its implications for multilateralism.

Nigeria's Sports Crisis: Hosting vs. Grassroots Development

Experts warn Nigeria's obsession with hosting international sports events is failing its athletes. A strategic shift to grassroots development, policy enforcement, and private sector trust is urgently needed to revive the nation's sporting glory.

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