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South Africa's Special Investigating Unit revealed on February 23, 2026, how four officials earning under R25,000 monthly amassed R16.3 million from over 2,000 fraudulent visas and permits, part of a R181 million corruption web. They approved applications without checks for bribes of R500 to R3,000, hiding funds via spouses' accounts, ghost SIM e-wallets, and small cash deposits that evaded bank flags. High-profile cases included fake permits for Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and Pastor Timothy Omotoso; Home Affairs has fired 20 staff and aims to revoke thousands of documents while pursuing recoveries.

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Low-paid government workers at Home Affairs turned visas into a lucrative side hustle, raking in millions through WhatsApp deals and sneaky bank transfers.

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Barcelona held talks this week between sporting director Deco and Rashford's agent to turn the 28-year-old's loan from Manchester United into a permanent €30 million deal. Rashford, who leads Champions League scoring with five goals and three assists in eight games, impresses with his high pressing and work rate, earning full backing from coach Hansi Flick amid Raphinha's injury. Personal terms are agreed until 2030, but United insists on the full fee; Barcelona sees it as the smartest wing option, despite some election critics favoring youth.

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Marcus Rashford has found his spark in Barcelona, scoring 10 goals and adding 10 assists in 34 games. Now, after a key meeting, the club wants to lock him in for good.

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Mexican forces killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación, in a raid near Puerto Vallarta, prompting CJNG retaliation including over 250 roadblocks, arson, and shootings that killed at least 14 people across several states. Guadalajara's Estadio Akron, set for four World Cup matches, saw major disruptions as violence hit near stadiums and the airport grounded flights. Fans are calling online for FIFA to move Mexico's 13 games to the U.S. or Canada amid safety fears, though FIFA has stayed silent and Mexican officials stress heightened security with four months until the tournament starts June 11.

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The killing of cartel boss 'El Mencho' unleashed chaos in Guadalajara, a key 2026 World Cup host city, with roadblocks, fires, and deadly clashes shutting down the airport and postponing soccer matches.

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On February 21 at the Kummera Mallanna Jathara in Nagarkurnool district, Chakali Chandrakala and her family from the BC-D washermen community say temple organizers barred them entry for caste reasons, locked them in a room, beat them, and kicked the infant, who later died at the hospital. Police filed a suspicious death case after initial complaints of inaction, with post-mortem results pending; the sarpanch denies discrimination and filed a counter-complaint claiming the family attacked first. Protests by BC groups and BRS leaders demand arrests, while the NHRC took up the case amid village tensions and calls for a fair probe.

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A grieving family cradles their two-month-old baby's body outside a hospital, tears streaming as they demand justice for what they call a brutal caste-based attack.

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula barred ODM lawmaker Anthony Kibagendi from parliamentary activities after his Citizen TV interview accusing Parliament of being auctioned to the executive and criticizing protest handling. Wetang'ula expressed shock during a heated session, ruling Kibagendi out until he submits a proper apology. Opposition figures like Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino condemned the move as shrinking democratic space, while supporters argued it protected the institution's dignity amid rising political tensions.

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Anthony Kibagendi called Parliament an 'appendage of State House' on live TV. Moments later, Speaker Wetang'ula suspended him indefinitely from the House.

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Former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy, acquitted in 2023 of rape and assault charges from six women, has become a key example in online discussions questioning a TikTok video by Mirabel, who alleged a brutal rape in her Ogun State apartment. Neighbors disputed her account, noting no screams, no break-in, and her quick hospital discharge after a claimed suicide attempt, prompting police investigation. Mendy lost his career peak at 28, with his club suspending him, sponsors dropping him, and now at 31 he plays for Polish side Pogon Szczecin after stints in France. The conversation stresses believing victims while demanding proof to protect the innocent, as seen with cases like Mason Greenwood and Karim Benzema.

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Benjamin Mendy went from Manchester City stardom to prison cell, only to be fully cleared of all charges—now his story echoes in doubts over a Nigerian woman's rape claim.

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Samir Sobha, president of the Mauritius Football Association and CAF Executive Committee member, told The Guardian that Senegal's players should have received yellow cards for leaving the field during a crucial VAR penalty, halting play for 15 minutes. Senegal still won 1-0 on Pape Gueye's extra-time goal on January 18 in Rabat, securing their second AFCON title after Édouard Mendy saved the spot kick. Sobha stressed the result stands but called for accountability, while also criticizing CAF's general secretary for an illegal term extension. Sanctions followed, including bans for coaches and captains plus hefty fines, though Morocco rejected theirs.

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In a candid interview, a top CAF official admitted Morocco's national team was robbed in the Africa Cup of Nations final, pleading for forgiveness over broken rules.

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Real Madrid claimed a 4-1 win over Real Sociedad, leaping to the top of La Liga with 60 points from 24 games—their third-best mark at this stage. Gonzalo García scored first off a sharp Trent Alexander-Arnold pass, Federico Valverde added a curler, and Vinícius reached 69 La Liga goals to match Ronaldinho. Manager Álvaro Arbeloa praised Alexander-Arnold's 'unbelievable IQ' after his precise assist, as the team extended their league winning streak to eight despite penalty controversy. The result puts them two points ahead of Barcelona, with eyes now on Tuesday's Champions League clash against Benfica.

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Vinícius Júnior coolly slotted home two penalties at the Bernabéu, hitting a personal milestone while Real Madrid flexed their depth without Mbappé.

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The legislation would raise sentences from one to five years to five to 10 years, plus fines of 2 million to 10 million CFA francs—about $3,300 to $16,500—and explicitly define same-sex acts as offenses under Article 319 of the Penal Code. Sonko, who became prime minister after PASTEF's 2024 election win, presented it Monday amid recent arrests of at least a dozen men and demands from religious groups in the Muslim-majority nation. Human rights advocates like those at Human Rights Watch express concern it will heighten stigma and violence, while reactions online highlight poverty priorities and sarcasm over its impact.

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In Senegal's National Assembly, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko laid out a bill to toughen penalties for same-sex relations, fulfilling a key promise from his party's rise to power.

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