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Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry to the US to officiate at the World Cup. Artan was interrogated for 11 hours by US immigration authorities at Miami International Airport.

World Cup: Why Artan's absence mocks “football unites the world”

Friday, June 19, 2026
Jayden Adams (C) of South Africa competes during the group A match against Mexico. A positive result for South Africa would not only restore belief within the squad but also help rekindle national pride. (Photo by Xinhua)

Bafana Bafana face must win test against Czechia at the World Cup

Thursday, June 18, 2026
Alyn Sano set for FIFA Fan Festival performance alongside Portugal vs DR Congo matchday. COURTESY

Rwanda’s Alyn Sano takes the stage at FIFA Fan Festival in Houston

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
DR Congo during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON match between Algeria and DR Congo at Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco on 06 January 2025 ©Weam MostafaBackpagePix
World Cup 2026

DR Congo’s historic return to World Cup starts Vs Portugal

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
15 November 2022: Kabuga listens intently to the prosecution case, The Hague. Source: UNIRMCT
Crime

Félicien Kabuga: A life of greed, genocide and impunity

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Artificial intelligence can generate hundreds of logos in seconds.

Why logos still matter

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
The Curaçao national team. The small nation defied the odds to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

How Curaçao became the smallest nation ever to reach the World Cup

Sunday, June 14, 2026
Vinicius Jr. (left) and Achraf Hakimi are expected to play key roles as Brazil and Morocco tussle it out in the World Cup on Sunday.
World Cup 2026

Morocco Vs Brazil: Atlas Lions seek new World Cup statement

Saturday, June 13, 2026
RDB has announced a temporary extension of operating hours for all businesses across the country to allow football fans to watch and enjoy matches during the FIFA World Cup 2026. Photo by Craish BAHIZI
Rwanda

RDB extends business operating hours during FIFA World Cup

Friday, June 12, 2026
Amavubi staff and players pose for a photo during a training session in Cairo. The national football team, remained 128th in the latest FIFA World Rankings released on Thursday, June 11.
Football

Rwanda remains unchanged in latest FIFA rankings

Friday, June 12, 2026
The Blues fans celebrate a 1-0 victory over Police FC at Kigali Pele Stadium on May 11, 2025. Photo by Olivier
Football

Rayon Sports must turn popularity into leverage to attract potential sponsors

Friday, June 12, 2026
CW: Danny Ocean, LISA of BLACKPINK, J Balvin, Michael Bublé, Shakira, Alessia Cara, William Prince, Tyla, Burna Boy and Elyanna are among the performers set to take the stage across three cities as music opens the 2026 FIFA World Cup. COURTESY

Where to watch the 2026 World Cup opening ceremonies live

Thursday, June 11, 2026