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World Cup review, Part III: The moguls who battled doubt

Sport Luke Feltham - 25 May 2020

We talk to the organisers whose every waking moment was consumed by the duty of hosting a successful tournament

PSL falls in line and suspends football

Article Luke Feltham - 19 Mar 2020

It’s officially official, we will have no football in the country until further notice

Football on the colonial frontier

Sport Luke Feltham - 17 Jan 2020

Still fighting for their right to return home, exiled Chagossians are using football to unite a diaspora

Fun and games that change lives

Article Eyaaz Matwadia - 5 Jul 2019

Professional gaming can mean earning big bucks for elite competitors. It also fosters problem-solving skills in casual players

Beware the group of death

Article Luke Feltham - 7 Jun 2019

From the powerful Germans to the sanguine Spanish, here’s everything you need to know about South Africa’s World Cup opponents

Infantino claims scandal-hit FIFA transformed ahead of re-election

Article Agency - 5 Jun 2019

FIFA president Gianni Infantino insists the footballing governing body had been transformed into an organisation "synonymous with credibility"

Fifa upholds Chelsea transfer ban

Article Agency - 8 May 2019

The Blues will not be able to sign any players in the coming transfer window

FIFA urged to probe Qatar World Cup allegations

Article Agency - 10 Mar 2019

A lucrative TV deal allegedly led to Qatar being awarded the 2022 tournament

Infantino sole candidate for FIFA presidency in June vote

Article Agency - 6 Feb 2019

The election will take place on June 5 in Paris ahead of the women's World Cup

Women’s league in Safa limbo

Article Luke Feltham & Busisiwe Mokwena - 25 Jan 2019

Teams and coaches have been left in the dark about the planned women’s football league

Journalist killed in Ghana, home to Africa’s freest press

Africa Staff Reporter - 24 Jan 2019

2019’s first recorded death of a journalist happened in Accra in mid-January

Chilcot report: Tony Blair’s government accused of using bogus evidence to launch 2003 Iraq invasion

Article Agency - 4 Dec 2018

Tony Blair remained in power until his resignation in 2007

Sierra Leone disqualified from Afcon

Article Agency - 3 Dec 2018

Football's world governing body Fifa had suspended the Sierra Leone Football Association in October due to 'government interference'

Fifa lifts Club as split hits the fans

Article Eric Bernaudeau - 9 Nov 2018

Infantino says it’s in the best interests of football to expand the Club World Cup

FIFA bans Ghana’s former football president for life

Article Agency - 31 Oct 2018

Ghana's former football president Kwesi Nyantakyi has been banned by FIFA from football after being found guilty of bribery and corruption

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khaya koko - 22 Oct 2020

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Sabelo Skiti - 22 Oct 2020

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Epic fail: Africa’s Fortnite battle

Eyaaz Matwadia - 22 Oct 2020

Forced onto the backfoot by poor ping and overseas servers, African gamers are getting creative in an attempt to play one of the biggest competitive games. In the second instalment of our gaming corner, we chat to some of the innovators

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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special reports - 19 Oct 2020

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

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special reports - 16 Oct 2020

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