Cape Verde

The memory of the Covid-19 shock shapes how governments and publics react to any new outbreak with even a hint of international spread

The outbreak has entered a more serious phase after authorities confirmed that two cases detected in SA involve the Andes variant

For decades, South Africans have longed for a deeper expression of popular agency, not just through protests but by choosing the person who occupies the country’s highest office

In addition, some of the continent’s wars show little sign of resolution

The highlights of 2021 in Africa

After being praised for their handling of the pandemic, African countries must now confront the economic fallout – even as they grapple with existing political and security…

African governments are issuing and listing their Eurobonds on established international debt markets – usually London and Irish Stock Exchanges

Bafana Bafana need consistency and a strong stream of young blood to get over the line

The Blue Sharks’ wing seized his chances, leaving the islanders as stunned by their victory as Bafana

Cape Verde, which recorded 22 suspected cases of Zika in the first week of March alone, has reported its first case of microcephaly.

A second half penalty, and a runaway goal from substitute Wakaso Mubarak helped favourites Ghana beat a resilient Cape Verde Islands side 2-0.

South Africa will receive all the home support at thequarter-final against Mali while the international spotlight will be on tiny Cape Verde Islands.

After drawing with South and Morocco, Cape Verde are hoping to gain a win over Angola to qualify for the Afcon quarterfinals.

Hosts South Africa and Cape Verde Islands drew 0-0 at Soccer City stadium in a lacklustre opening match of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations tournament.

The luck of the draw has pitted African Cup of Nations hosts South Africa against debutants Cape Verde in the tournament’s opening game next year.