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The two-day event at the Kigali Convention Centre, organized by Rwanda Cooperation and UNDP Rwanda, focuses on turning peer learning into action for digital transformation, gender equality, and sustainable development goals. Foreign Affairs Minister Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe opened it by emphasizing equity and mutual respect, positioning Kigali as a hub for shared prosperity. Over 500 delegates from 45 countries attended the first day, with sessions led by Rwandan ministers highlighting practical steps like shared funds and inclusive partnerships. The convention marks Rwanda's rise from aid recipient to peer leader in Global South collaboration.

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Leaders from dozens of Global South nations gathered in Kigali, ready to swap knowledge as equals rather than relying on traditional aid.

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The 45-year-old Frenchman joins on a two-year deal with an option to extend, bringing a decade of experience from Ligue 1's Stade Rennais to work under new head coach Fernando da Cruz. Sorin, a former pro with over 280 games, steps into a French-led technical overhaul at Naturena that includes assistants Mahmoud Abbas, Dillon Sheppard, and Julien Le Heran. After a trophyless 2025/26 season, supporters see his elite track record as a boost for keepers Bruce Bvuma, Brandon Petersen, and Fiacre Ntwari ahead of the Betway Premiership.

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Kaizer Chiefs fans lit up with hope after the club signed Olivier Sorin, a UEFA A Licence expert who's shaped keepers like World Cup hero Édouard Mendy.

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VAR ruled out a goal for DR Congo after determining a foul occurred during the play against Uzbekistan in the FIFA World Cup. Later, a potential penalty for DR Congo was not awarded despite claims of it being clear.

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Brighton & Hove Albion marked its 125th anniversary today with festivities at the Amex Stadium, including a journey montage, pyros, and a blue plaque unveiling at the original Seven Stars pub in Ship Street. From John Jackson's leadership in replacing a defunct club, through FA Cup finals, near-extinction in the 1990s saved by fans, to Tony Bloom's data-driven rise to Premier League sixth place and Europa League runs, the club honors its resilient spirit. Fans shared personal stories of devotion from Goldstone Ground days to now, with upcoming events like a museum exhibit, family festival, and special kit against Arsenal ahead.

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On this exact day in 1901, locals packed the Seven Stars pub to birth the Seagulls, kicking off a rollercoaster ride of triumphs and fan-fueled rescues.

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Kagame arrived Sunday for a one-day working visit, where the leaders met at Qatar's royal court to deepen bilateral relations and cooperation in aviation, investments, tourism, culture, sports, security, and trade. They discussed regional and global issues, reaffirming commitments to peace and stability, with Kagame expressing Rwanda's solidarity and Sheikh Tamim praising their strong partnership. Ties have grown since 2017, boosted by Qatar Airways' major stake in Rwanda's Bugesera Airport and recent visa waivers for Rwandans, signaling momentum in African-Gulf relations.

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President Paul Kagame stepped off the plane in Doha to a red carpet and honor guard, setting the stage for warm talks with Qatar's Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

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The spat started when a user mocked boys pretending to be girls, prompting Coach Olu (@olisaemekaG) to flip it: 'Are you saying women are foolish?' She called the trends silly, leading to the punchline where he agreed all men are rapists. Shared by Alabi late Tuesday, the screenshots racked up 68,000 views by Wednesday, with replies roasting the 'sacrifice' like 'Bro put his gender in danger just to win' and calls for an award. It's classic online absurdity, turning gender generalization debates into comedy gold.

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One guy torched his own gender with a deadpan 'Yes' to win an online argument—and X couldn't stop laughing.

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Stanbic Black Pirates won their fourth Uganda Rugby Premiership title—and first successful defense—with a thrilling 30-29 grand final victory over Toyota Buffaloes. Pirates led 25-13 at halftime on tries from Nathan Bwambale (two), Alex Aturinda, and Kidega, before fly-half Yasin Waiswa's 19 points fueled Buffaloes' near-comeback to 30-29. The team dedicated the win to late flanker Sydney Gongodyo, posting 'It's for Sydney' post-match amid celebrations of three straight finals.

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Captain Frank Kidega's try helped Pirates build a big halftime lead, but Buffaloes' second-half charge had the packed Kings Park Arena on edge until the final whistle.

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The 24-year-old power puncher from Pomona, California, stayed perfect at 19-0 with 18 knockouts, overwhelming Burgos with two knockdowns at Thunder Studios in Long Beach on the MF Pro Boxing undercard streamed on DAZN. Trained by his father since age four, Mercado boasts stoppages over names like Jose Pedraza and Antonio Moran. Right after the win, he boldly called out undefeated WBO super lightweight champ Shakur Stevenson, signaling his intent to climb the 140-pound ranks from around No. 8.

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Ernesto 'Tito' Mercado turned heads Saturday night with a ferocious second-round knockout of veteran Juan Carlos Burgos, dropping the 38-year-old for the first time in his career.

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The Portuguese manager, who joined in February 2026 as Forest's fourth boss that season, secured survival with eight wins in 20 matches and an unbeaten run that excited fans. Despite Al-Hilal's interest and a significant wage offer, Pereira dismissed speculation and remains fully focused on pre-season and squad building. Forest and Pereira have paused extension talks until he delivers a strong start, a pragmatic approach welcomed by most fans after the club's history of manager payoffs.

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Vítor Pereira steadied Nottingham Forest through chaos last season, now pausing contract talks to prove himself in the new Premier League campaign.

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Eskom Holdings launched Eskom Green, a dedicated subsidiary in Johannesburg focused on developing utility-scale renewable energy projects to support 24/7 supply, decarbonise the grid, and assist customers in achieving energy transition objectives. Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane and Group Executive for Renewables Rivoningo Mnisi announced the launch. Eskom Green plans to add 5.6 GW of renewable capacity by 2030 and 21 GW by 2035 as part of Eskom's broader goal of 32 GW by 2040, and it is preparing to select private partners for an initial 2 GW renewables pipeline.

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The Afrobeats star and South African sensation posed casually in a pre-show green room amid FIFA branding during the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Mexico City. Burna Boy performed the new anthem 'Dai Dai' with Shakira, while Tyla sang South Africa's national anthem ahead of Mexico's match against Bafana Bafana. Fans celebrated the relaxed photo, dreaming of a future collaboration between the two.

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Burna Boy lounged in shades on yellow couches while Tyla struck a playful pose in her white-and-blue mini dress—just before their big performances at Estadio Azteca.

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New York trailed by 29 in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals but unleashed a 58-30 second-half surge, capped by Anunoby's putback winner for a 107-106 victory and the biggest comeback in Finals history. Jalen Brunson led with 36 points, seven assists, and five rebounds, while the Spurs' Victor Wembanyama scored 24 on inefficient shooting amid San Antonio's record 14 first-half threes. The series heads to San Antonio for Game 5 Saturday, with the Knicks one win from their first title since 1973 after road wins in Games 1 and 2, and a Game 3 home loss.

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Down 29 points at Madison Square Garden, the Knicks refused to quit—and OG Anunoby's tip-in with 1.2 seconds left sent the crowd into a historic frenzy.

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The 45-year-old Frenchman joins on a two-year deal with an option to extend, bringing a decade of experience from Ligue 1's Stade Rennais to work under new head coach Fernando da Cruz. Sorin, a former pro with over 280 games, steps into a French-led technical overhaul at Naturena that includes assistants Mahmoud Abbas, Dillon Sheppard, and Julien Le Heran. After a trophyless 2025/26 season, supporters see his elite track record as a boost for keepers Bruce Bvuma, Brandon Petersen, and Fiacre Ntwari ahead of the Betway Premiership.

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Kaizer Chiefs fans lit up with hope after the club signed Olivier Sorin, a UEFA A Licence expert who's shaped keepers like World Cup hero Édouard Mendy.

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South African internationals Percy Tau and Njabulo Blom have been released by Thep Xanh Nam Dinh FC in Vietnam's V.League 1. The 32-year-old Tau joined last August on a free transfer and helped the team to seventh place with 31 points from 23 matches, while 26-year-old Blom never played due to injury and left by mutual consent. Fans are excited about potential PSL returns—Chiefs for Blom, Sundowns for Tau—with their combined value around R30 million making them prime targets ahead of next season.

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Percy Tau scored once and assisted four times in 22 games, but it wasn't enough to stick around. Now both South African stars are free agents after short stints abroad.

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Fresh off defending their Betway Premiership title, the Buccaneers have now signed four players from Siwelele FC this window: midfielder Bohlale Ngwato, attacker Ghampani Lungu, left-back Neo Rapoo, and Baliti. The pacey defender, who made 41 senior appearances since his 2023/24 debut including 14 Premiership games last term, was also on Kaizer Chiefs' radar last season. This youth-focused strategy builds depth at left-back as veteran Deon Hotto nears retirement, with Pirates fans excited about the talent pipeline despite rival grumbles over the raid on the mid-table side.

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Orlando Pirates just pulled off another smart move, grabbing 24-year-old left-back Aphiwe Baliti and loaning him right back to Siwelele FC for the 2026/27 season.

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The 21-year-old Orlando Pirates midfielder lit up the 2026 World Cup in Group A, subbing on to spark a 1-1 draw against Czechia and starring in a 1-0 win over South Korea that sent Bafana Bafana to their first knockout stage. Fortune called staying in South Africa a waste of talent after these standout performances, pushing Mofokeng to join a top European club like Percy Tau or Lyle Foster. While Pirates fans defend the PSL for building his skills, others see Europe as the next step, with no transfer bids yet but his value rising fast.

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Relebohile Mofokeng stepped onto the pitch in Atlanta and turned games around with his pace and vision, drawing a blunt call from ex-Manchester United star Quinton Fortune: it's time to go overseas.

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Zwane inked a two-year contract with a two-year extension option right after his previous deal ended in June, ending rumors of joining Kaizer Chiefs as an assistant. Since taking sole charge at AmaZulu in October 2024, he led them to fourth place in the Betway Premiership with 47 points from 30 matches. AmaZulu supporters praised the move for rewarding progress under less pressure, while Chiefs fans laughed off the speculation. The decision brings continuity to Usuthu as they aim higher next season.

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Arthur Zwane, the 52-year-old coach nicknamed '10111' from his playing days, just committed to AmaZulu amid buzz about a Chiefs return. Fans erupted in joy, seeing it as a win for stability and success.

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The new season of Umndeni Kwazi premiered on Moja Love TV, Saturdays at 8 p.m. on DStv channel 157, centering on traditional healer Mninawa Kwazi and his polygamous life with partners like Lesego and Bafana. The episode quickly unfolded betrayal suspicions, tense celebrations, and disrespect toward his uncle, leaving fans questioning partner counts and communication breakdowns. Viewers shared confusion, laughs at awkward moments, and calls to bring back past favorites like Kolobe, with many noting it raises more questions than answers.

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Kwazi stands in traditional attire, proudly declaring 'I'm married now' amid family chatter, pulling viewers right into the tangled relationships.

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The winger, fresh from Orlando Pirates in January, set up Iqraam Rayners in Sundowns' victory on March 1, pulling them level with Pirates atop the Betway Premiership on goal difference after 18 games. Coach Miguel Cardoso praised Saleng's versatility and injury recovery, hinting at flexible roles ahead. Saleng's quick impact has fueled banter between rival fans, with Pirates supporters calling out past Sundowns doubts while Sundowns fans shrug it off as typical rivalry talk. Videos of his celebrations spread widely, adding spice ahead of future clashes.

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Monnapule Saleng stepped off the bench in his Mamelodi Sundowns debut and slotted a perfect assist, helping seal a 3-1 win over Sekhukhune United.

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