24 h. ago Trump threatens to skip G20 summit over South Africa dispute

United States President Donald Trump on Saturday suggested he may skip this year’s G20 summit, which is set to be hosted by South Africa in November. His comments, made on social media, reignited tensions between the two nations and were met with criticism from political groups in South Africa. In a post on Truth Social, Read More

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58 h. ago Gunmen Kidnap US Missionary At During Sermon In South Africa

Gunmen in South Africa have abducted a United States missionary, Pastor Josh Sullivan from his church while delivering a sermon. Police and a colleague of the abducted cleric said on Friday that Sullivan was abducted on Thursday at the Fellowship Baptist Church in Motherwell outside the coastal city of Gqeberha in what appeared to be […]

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7 d. ago Rape: S’African agencies slam judge for acquitting Nigerian pastor

Some South African government agencies have condemned the acquittal of a Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso, after spending eight years in detention for rape charges. The South Africa-based Nigerian pastor alongside his co-defendants, Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho, was discharged and acquitted of rape, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking by Gqeberha High Court on Wednesday. Omotoso Read More

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8 d. ago “Super Eagles Must Beat South Africa, Rwanda To Qualify For FIFA World Cup” – Coach Eric Chelle

Super Eagles Manager, Eric Chelle has expressed concern over Nigeria’s possibility of joining other nations at the upcoming 2026 World Cup in United States of America. The 47-year-old, during an interview with Brillia FM on Saturday, explained how Super Eagles can qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite their poor start in the qualifiers. […] The post “Super Eagles Must Beat South Africa, Rwanda To Qualify For FIFA World Cup” – Coach Eric Chelle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Burna Boy, Tyla Lead As African Artists Earned $58m On Spotify In 2024

Nigeria and South Africa’s music industries hit new heights in 2024, earning a combined $58 million in royalties from Spotify alone, according to the streaming giant’s latest report. Spotify, in a statement released on Thursday, revealed that African music genres—particularly Nigeria’s Afrobeats and South Africa’s Amapiano—have seen “extraordinary growth across Sub-Saharan Africa’s music industries,” with […]

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8 d. ago Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists surge to $60m

Audio streaming giant Spotify’s (SPOT.N), opens new tab royalty payments to artists from Nigeria and South Africa – its two read more Spotify royalty payouts to Nigerian, South African artists surge to $60m

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9 d. ago Benue Residents Fearful As Gunmen Kill Driver, Kidnap Passengers In Otukpo Attack

Gunmen struck in Ikobi, Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State when they hijacked a fully loaded Benue Links bus, killing the driver and kidnapping all the passengers on board. The assailants, however, abandoned a toddler who was also in the vehicle. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident and are working to identify […] The post Benue Residents Fearful As Gunmen Kill Driver, Kidnap Passengers In Otukpo Attack appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Spotify paid Nigerian, S’African artists $59m royalty in 2024

Audio streaming giant Spotify significantly increased its royalty payouts to artists from Nigeria and South Africa in 2024, distributing nearly $59 million as global demand for African music continues to soar. The figures, released by the company on Thursday, underscore the growing international appeal of artists from the continent’s two biggest music markets. According to Read More

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9 d. ago Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, kidnap passengers

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly hijacked a Benue Links bus belonging to Benue state Transport Company, killing the driver and kidnapping the passengers on board.   Our correspondent gathered that the incident took place in Ikobi, Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) of the State on Thursday night.   According […] The post Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, kidnap passengers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago South Africa’s ruling Alliance nears collapse as budget row widens rift

South Africa’s ruling coalition risks unraveling after a dispute between its main members over proposed tax increases deepened, pummeling the read more South Africa’s ruling Alliance nears collapse as budget row widens rift

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1 week ago FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Here’s a full list of African countries affected by the new U.S. tariff policy, along with their current tax rates and the tariffs they charge the U.S: FULL LIST: Nigeria, South Africa, 48 other African countries affected by Trump’s new tariffs Tribune Online

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1 week ago After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa

Tribune Online After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa After spending eight years in jail, Nigerian televangelist, Timothy Omotoso has been found not guilty of all charges in a highly publicised South African trial. Omotoso was accused of raping young women from his church in Port Elizabeth but consistently denied the 32 charges against him. The trial, which was broadcast live, drew widespread attention […] After eight years in jail, Nigerian pastor cleared of rape charges in South Africa Tribune Online

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1 week ago Nigerian Televangelist Timothy Omotoso Acquitted Of Rape Charges In South Africa Faces Deportation

A Nigerian televangelist who was accused of raping young women in his South African church, Timothy Omotoso, has been found not guilty of all charges after spending eight years in jail. However, following Wednesday’s verdict, Omotoso will be deported to Nigeria, South African media outlet News24 has reported. In 2018, one witness told the court […]

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1 week ago Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition

Tribune Online Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition THE global shift toward legalizing and regulating cannabis for medicinal and industrial use has been transformative. Countries worldwide are recognizing the economic, medical, and industrial potential of cannabis, leading to groundbreaking reforms. However, while African nations like South Africa and Lesothoreap the benefits of progressive cannabis policies, Nigeria remains shackled by prohibitive laws that stifle […] Nigeria’s loss, South Africa’s gain: Medical cannabis industry and the cost of prohibition Tribune Online

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1 week ago Super Eagles Must Beat South Africa To Qualify For 2026 World Cup – Chelle

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has stated that it is crucial for his team to secure a victory against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa if they are to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Bafana Bafana will host Nigeria in a Matchday 8 encounter in September. Hugo Broos’ team currently leads […]

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1 week ago Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash

Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle has underlined the Super Eagles’ determination to defeat South Africa in September, Soccernet.ng reports. Chelle is convinced that victory against the Bafana Bafana is non-negotiable if the Super Eagles are to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. The Super Eagles find themselves in a precarious position in […] The post Chelle admits Super Eagles’ World Cup fate hangs on South Africa clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago W’Cup qualifiers: Lesotho urges FIFA to be fair over Mokoena’s ban

The Secretary-General of the Lesotho Football Association, Mokhosi Mohapi, has admitted that the LFA didn’t file their protest against South Africa for fielding an ineligible player during their 2026 World Cup qualifying match last Friday, in accordance with the statutes but insists that they want FIFA to interpret the laws fairly, The PUNCH reports. Despite Read More

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2 w. ago 2026 World Cup: Don’t Write Off Super Eagles, Unuanel Warns South Africa, Benin, Others

Former Enyimba of Aba coach, Samson David Unuanel, is confident that Nigeria’s Super Eagles can still turn around their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign despite a disappointing 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe on Tuesday in Uyo. Victor Osimhen had given Nigeria the desire lead before Tawanda Chirewa grabbed a late equalizer for the visitors. After six […]

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2 w. ago Algeria, Egypt, Morocco Close In On 2026 World Cup Qualifications

North Africans -Algeria, Egypt and Morocco have all moved closer to World Cup qualification with home success on Tuesday but South Africa face being docked points after fielding an ineligible player. South Africa opened up a five-point lead at the top of Group C of the African qualifiers after a 2-0 away win over Benin, […]

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2 w. ago Lesotho Petitions FIFA, Challenges South Africa’s Player Eligibility

The Lesotho Football Association (LFA), has sent a query to FIFA over the yellow cards accumulated by South Africa midfielder Teboho Mokoena in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Mokoena has been booked twice in the qualifiers, and was fielded by South Africa in last Friday’s 2-0 win over Lesotho. The Mamelodi Sundowns star should have […]

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