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WORLDAug 2565 Nigerians to Return from South Africa WednesdayThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that another batch of 65 Nigerian nationals will return home from South Africa on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The ministry disclosed this in a statement posted on its official X platform on Tuesday. According to the ministry, the returnees, who were sponsored by private individuals, are expected to […] The post 65 Nigerians to Return from South Africa Wednesday appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 25Why Africa Can No Longer Treat The Plastic Crisis As A Waste Problem AloneThis article discusses Africa's plastic crisis, highlighting the need to view it as more than just a waste problem. It implies a broader, more complex challenge requiring different approaches.africa.com · South Africa
WORLDAug 25Sudan’s short-stature footballers chase World Cup dream amid warSudan’s short-stature football team is battling war, displacement and limited resources as it prepares for a shot at the 2026 World Cup in Morocco. Despite the hardships, the players continue to train in Khartoum, determined to represent their country on the international stage.Africanews [en]
WORLDAug 25Barrydale: South Africa’s small town becoming an artists’ havenSurrounded by hiking trails, mountain passes, hot springs and antique shops, Barrydale offers attractions beyond its art scene. For now, residents say the challenge is to welcome new artists and visitors without losing the qualities that drew them there in the first place.Africanews [en]
WORLDAug 25Top 10 poorest countries in the world as African countries dominateGlobal Finance Magazine has ranked the world's poorest countries based on their GDP per capita measured in purchasing power parity (PPP), with Burundi recording the lowest figure on the list. The post Top 10 poorest countries in the world as African countries dominate appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 25Ethiopia bids to host 2028 AFCONEthiopia has formally submitted its bid to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2028, which would be its first in more than half a century. The post Ethiopia bids to host 2028 AFCON appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Africa largest beneficiary of GEF funding – OfficialThe Global Environment Facility (GEF) says Africa remains the largest regional beneficiary of its funding, receiving about 30 per cent of available resources. The post Africa largest beneficiary of GEF funding – Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 24Shina Philips backs Nigerian football to bounce back from recent setbacksMr Philips spoke in Abuja on Monday as organisers of the annual Nigeria Pitch Awards announced that the 12th edition of the awards ceremony will hold on 8 September The post Shina Philips backs Nigerian football to bounce back from recent setbacks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 24Angola : Congolese Diplomat Highlights Angola Social ProgressA Congolese diplomat has highlighted Angola's social progress. This statement acknowledges positive developments within Angola.allafrica.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Africa risks missing tech revolution without human capital — JonathanBy Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Former President Goodluck Jonathan has warned that Africa risks missing out on the current technological revolution unless urgent steps are taken to strengthen human capital development across the continent. Jonathan gave the warning on Monday while delivering a lecture titled, “Harnessing Industrial Capacity for Inclusive Growth and Regional Stability in […] The post Africa risks missing tech revolution without human capital — Jonathan appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Nigerian NHS worker faces ban after driving against traffic in UKA Nigerian NHS worker in Manchester, United Kingdom, Innocent Ayodele could lose his driving license after he was caught driving the wrong way on a motorway slip road while trying to avoid a traffic jam. The post Nigerian NHS worker faces ban after driving against traffic in UK appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Kenya: Designer turns to traditional clothesmaking methodsThe founder of Mukabwa studios, Hillary Mukubwa uses hand looms to create clothes and fabrics in a bid to keep Kenya's cultural heritage alive.Africanews [en]
WORLDAug 24Prince Harry steps down from scandal-mired African charity’s boardBritain's Prince Harry has stepped down from the board of an African conservation charity mired in controversy last year over the conduct of some of its rangers, his spokesman confirmed Monday. The post Prince Harry steps down from scandal-mired African charity’s board appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Poco Lee to appear in London court September – Nigerians in UK leaderPopular Nigerian dancer, Iweh Odinaka, popularly known as Poco Lee, is currently being held on remand in the United Kingdom over an alleged assault offence. The post Poco Lee to appear in London court September – Nigerians in UK leader appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Nigeria joins 2 other countries in exclusive World Cup groupNigeria’s Falconets are set to achieve a remarkable feat at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, becoming one of only three countries to have featured in every edition of the tournament since its inception. The post Nigeria joins 2 other countries in exclusive World Cup group appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24US warns Nigerians over fake documents in visa applicationsThe United States Mission in Nigeria has warned visa applicants against submitting forged or misleading documents, saying such cases are escalated to relevant US government agencies when detected. The post US warns Nigerians over fake documents in visa applications appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24From cardboard to cosplay: Kenya’s anime fans turn creativity into cultureThousands of anime and manga fans gathered in Nairobi for one of Africa’s biggest cosplay conventions, transforming recycled materials, craft skills and imagination into elaborate costumes.Africanews [en]
WORLDAug 244 arrested as Kenya investigates 18 elephant deaths in AmboseliPolice have arrested four suspects in an investigation ⁠into the deaths ⁠of 18 elephants in Kenya’s Amboseli ⁠ecosystem, where authorities also seized assorted substances including chemicals, the tourism and wildlife ministry has said. A Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) spokesperson told Reuters on Monday that the four had since been released on bail. Preliminary laboratory ‌results pointed to the probable involvement of a toxic substance, the ministry said in a statement released on Saturday, with...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 24South Africa: Four arrested over murder of boxing champion Zolani TeteFour suspects in the killing of former world champion boxer Zolani Tete were arrested, South African police said Monday.Africanews [en]
WORLDAug 245 longest bridges in AfricaBridges are more than concrete and steel; and across Africa, they link cities, support trade, and carry millions of people every day. The post 5 longest bridges in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDAug 24INTERVIEW: How my role on UN panel on nuclear war effects can benefit Nigeria – Prof Rabia Sa’idRabia Sa’id, a professor of physics at Bayero University, Kano (BUK), was appointed last year by the United Nations Secretary-General to a 21-member scientific panel studying the physical effects and societal impacts of nuclear war. The post INTERVIEW: How my role on UN panel on nuclear war effects can benefit Nigeria – Prof Rabia Sa’id appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
WORLDAug 24Nigeria : In One Year , the united kingdom Medical Tribunal Sanctioned 16 Nigerian Doctors for Fraud , Rape , Theft , OthersA UK medical tribunal has sanctioned 16 Nigerian doctors for various offenses including fraud, rape, and theft over the past year. This report highlights issues of professional accountability and cross-border regulation.allafrica.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Sudan - Extend the Fact - Finding Mission Mandate and Ensure Adequate Resources for Investigations and ReportingThere is a call to extend the mandate of a fact-finding mission in Sudan and ensure it has sufficient resources for investigations and reporting. This emphasizes the need for continued scrutiny of the situation in the country.allafrica.com · Nigeria
WORLDAug 24Prince Harry parts ways with controversial charity African ParksPrince Harry has reportedly ended his association with the controversial charity African Parks. This marks a change in his involvement with the organization.dailymail.com · United States