Nation in the southernmost Africa, nine provinces, a kinematic mix of democracy and conflict.
England has clinched the ODI series against Sri Lanka after a disciplined bowling performance, with Rehan Ahmed and Will Jacks playing pivotal roles. Brook’s 67 helped set a challenging total despite Buttler’s injury, while Sri Lanka’s chase faltered as they were bowled out for 176.
The El Niño weather pattern has intensified, with multiple reports showing record sea-surface temperatures and forecasts of extreme heat. Scientists warn that global impacts will intensify through 2027, affecting temperatures, rainfall, and wildfire risk across regions from the Pacific to Africa and the Americas.
Ivory Coast host Ghana in Bouake as 2027 AFCON qualifying kicks off, with Renard back in Ivory Coast and Queiroz leading Ghana. Madagascar look to repeat past shocks, while Nigeria face a test against Madagascar as the road to Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda begins.
South Korea has refused US pressure to deploy combat forces to the Strait of Hormuz and has said it will not send troops into the US-Iran war. Seoul has told Washington it will consider limited, non‑combat contributions to protect shipping while negotiations continue over a $350bn investment package and alliance tensions persist.
The UN General Assembly has adopted a non-binding resolution encouraging governments, schools and tech firms to use the Equal Earth projection rather than the Mercator map. The vote passed 164–1 with six abstentions; the United States voted against. Several countries have since raised concerns about how the new projection depicts disputed territories.
Ed Sheeran has addressed the controversy over Macklemore’s removal from his Loop Tour and the withdrawal of all remaining supporting acts. Sheeran has said promoters and venue owners, including stadium operators, forced the decision and he has returned to perform solo at Lincoln Financial Field while ticket sales and supporting-lineup stability have declined.
Sweden’s centre‑left bloc has secured a narrow majority in the Riksdag after the Sept. 18–20 vote, giving Magdalena Andersson the lead to form a government. The Social Democrats and allied Centre, Left and Green parties hold 176 seats to the right‑wing bloc’s 173. Andersson has invited partners to coalition talks; Ulf Kristersson has resigned.
England’s white-ball unit dominates Sri Lanka at Southampton, with Baker claiming three wickets and Brook blasting 114 to propel a 254-run total; the hosts surge toward victory in Southampton, while the Sri Lankans bowled out for 135.
Morocco, Spain and Portugal are co-hosts for the 2030 World Cup, with FIFA yet to decide the final venue. Moroccan PM Akhannouch warns against premature promises as tensions run over where the final will be played. Multiple leaders emphasize resolving hosting rights with their allies. The 2030 tournament will mark the competition’s 100th anniversary.
The English wine sector has benefited from a hot summer, with record early harvests and rising interest from international investors. Essex’s Crouch Valley and other regions are expanding, while producers anticipate higher sugars and potential diversification into red wines. A string of reports across major outlets highlight growing confidence in England as a wine producer.
Wales and South Africa face off in Cardiff in the WXV Global Series opener. Wales are aiming to rebound from nine straight defeats, while South Africa seek to cement their rising form after a World Cup quarter-final. A physical contest is expected with live coverage on BBC platforms.
India has secured a two-run win over Japan in a five-over-a-side T20 with a controversial wides call overturned by umpires. The outcome keeps India from an upset, while Japan falls just short; the result fuels debate over umpiring in the absence of DRS.
The 2027 Formula 1 calendar introduces a sprint race in Monaco, sparking debate as authorities insist it will shake up the weekend and attract more fans, despite Monaco's limited overtaking. A second sprint is planned for Singapore, with Portugal and Turkey returning to the schedule and sprint races increasing from six to ten.
A head-on collision on Mozambique’s EN1 has claimed 17 lives, all passengers in a public transport vehicle, with authorities continuing investigations. The tragedy follows a rising toll from road crashes as the government calls for stricter adherence to traffic laws.
The 2027 Formula 1 schedule has expanded sprint races from six to ten, with Monaco hosting a short-form event for the first time. Other sprints are planned in Bahrain, Australia, Japan, Abu Dhabi, Canada, Britain, Italy, Brazil and Qatar as organisers seek greater fan engagement amid regional tensions and security concerns.
World Athletics has awarded Nairobi the 2029 World Championships, marking Africa’s first hosting of the event. Munich will stage 2031, while London and Rome miss out. Kenya touts upgrades to Kasarani Stadium and infrastructure as a historic milestone for African sport.
The US has announced visa restrictions for foreign nationals it finds responsible for or complicit in race-based discrimination, uncompensated land seizures or incitement of violence against minority groups in South Africa. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said the measures respond to concerns about land-expropriation laws, affirmative-action policies and violent rhetoric; Pretoria has rejected the allegations.
Dan Shagamu has been found dead at his home in Kano. His family says he had stopped sleeping at the house because he feared for his life; police and state security agencies have opened an investigation and arrested two suspects. Former governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has demanded a full probe; the governor has urged calm.
An independent UN fact‑finding mission has concluded there are reasonable grounds to believe US forces carried out two February strikes in Iran — on a primary school in Minab and a sports complex in Lamerd — that amounted to indiscriminate attacks and therefore constituted war crimes. The mission has also found Iran committed crimes against humanity during nationwide protests.
Police have found a ninth body in Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni, as investigations intensify into a series of murders of women in the area. Authorities are considering all possibilities, including multiple suspects or separate perpetrators, and have issued a public warning amid rising femicide and violent crime concerns.
Joe Marchant has moved to Sale Sharks after a France stint, admitting expectations were high yet he has delivered with enhanced communication and versatility. He credits improved language skills and tactical clarity from Top 14 time, and is aiming to earn a return to England duty while continuing his Prem form.
The Himalayan region faces rising flood risks as glacier retreat accelerates, monsoon patterns shift, and a funding gap for climate adaptation widens. New analyses link warming to destabilized rock, higher freezing thresholds, and an increased threat of glacier lake outburst floods that could threaten millions downstream.
Leaders gather at the UN General Assembly amid wars across Iran, Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, Congo and Myanmar. The session also faces climate pressures, economic shocks, and disputes over Security Council reform as the world shifts toward multipolar power. Addressing governance gaps, top figures stress multilateral cooperation amid deep uncertainty.
A broad coalition including the AFNM, OLA, TPLF, ONLF, Afar Unity Front, Benishangul Movement and Gumuz group has formed the Alliance for Survival to end Abiy Ahmed’s Prosperity Party and oversee a transitional government. The alliance says it will unite diverse armed groups across regions to end war, safeguard rights and open dialogue. Addis Ababa has not publicly commented. The move follows renewed clashes and regional tensions since the Pretoria peace deal.
UK prosecutors have lodged formal extradition requests with the US for brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate on a raft of rape, sex-trafficking and related charges. The US State Department will review the requests for compliance with the UK-US extradition treaty, while the brothers’ lawyer challenges the documentation. The process will now follow multiple legal steps before any potential transfer.
Police say an investigation is underway after 37 men died in a crowded Minna cell amid claims of disease and later a statement of negligence; a panel is to determine responsibility within two weeks as protests erupt and authorities suspend NSCDC officers. Separately, 49 people have died from suspected methanol poisoning in Ondo state.
In his first press conference, England's new Test coach, Stephen Fleming, has articulated a clear ambition to restore England to No. 1 in Test cricket and improve the World Test Championship standing. He emphasizes discipline, planning, and a balance of flair, while acknowledging ongoing commitments and changes within the squad.
Survivors of extreme weather are building a national support and advocacy network. A 2023 virtual town hall sparked the creation of Extreme Weather Survivors, now a community of over 2,500 people sharing guidance, resources, and emotional support as climate disasters intensify.
Shadrack Sibiya, the suspended deputy national police commissioner, has been charged with rape, trafficking and grooming a minor. He faces additional allegations linked to political killings investigations and a controversial health tender within the Madlanga Commission inquiry. The case sits amid ongoing scrutiny of police corruption and gender-based violence in South Africa.
Guinness World Records adjudicators are reviewing evidence from Pretoria, where about 3,000 people gathered for a mass braai. Organizers said rules require simultaneous grilling for at least five minutes; final verdict could come Friday.