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Africa Secures Record 10 Spots in 2026 FIFA World Cup

Patricia Waigwa April 1, 2026

Africa has achieved a historic milestone by qualifying 10 teams for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following FIFA’s expansion to 48 teams, Africa’s guaranteed slots increased from five to nine, boosting continental representation. Furthermore, DR Congo clinched the record-breaking 10th spot on March

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Kenya Secures AFCON 2027 Hosting with KSh 3.9B Payment

Patricia Waigwa April 1, 2026

The Kenyan government has paid the mandatory KSh 3.9 billion hosting fee to the Confederation of African Football.Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya confirmed the payment on March 31, 2026. Consequently, Kenya has secured its role as a co-host of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The country will host the tournament alongside Uganda and Tanzania. […]

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Sadio Mané: Football Star Whose Legacy Goes Beyond Goals

Alfonce Mutuku January 23, 2026

Sadio Mané is more than a football superstar. He represents greatness shaped by humility, courage, and purpose. While he dazzled fans in the AFCON final, his brilliance on the continental stage is nothing new. As a two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner with Senegal, Mané has repeatedly delivered when it mattered most. He has thrived […]

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AFCON 2027: Mamadou Gaye Says His Criticism Was Meant to Push East Africa

Alfonce Mutuku January 19, 2026

Ivorian journalist Mamadou Gaye has clarified his recent remarks on East Africa’s preparedness to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). He said he intended to spark debate and improvement, not offend the host nations. Gaye faced backlash after questioning whether Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania have the infrastructure needed to host the expanded tournament. […]

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Senegal Win Second AFCON Title in Controversial Final

Alfonce Mutuku January 19, 2026

Senegal lifted their second Africa Cup of Nations trophy after edging hosts Morocco in a dramatic and controversial final. However, the title clash nearly collapsed in stoppage time before Senegal sealed victory in extra time. VAR Call Triggers Late Drama As the match entered the 98th minute with the score level, referee Jean Jacques Ndala […]

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Amorim Uncertain Over Mbeumo, Mazraoui and Diallo Availability Ahead of Bournemouth Clash

Alfonce Mutuku December 13, 2025

United Hold Talks With National Teams Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says the club is still waiting to learn whether Bryan Mbeumo, Noussair Mazraoui and Amad Diallo will feature in Monday’s Premier League clash against Bournemouth before leaving for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). FIFA announced last week that the release period for the […]