President Trump’s administration expelled South Africa’s ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, amidst strained relations over accusations of discrimination against the white minority and support for Iran. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed regret over the decision and called for diplomatic decorum to be maintained. Despite the tension, Ramaphosa aims to mend ties and highlight the benefits of a strong relationship with the US, which is South Africa’s second-largest trading partner.
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Africa: FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers – Nigeria, Guinea, Cameroon, and Zambia Reach Third Round
Nigeria, Cameroon, Zambia, and Guinea secured their spots in the third round of qualifiers for the 2025 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, joining Côte d'Ivoire after victories on Saturday. Nigeria defeated South Africa 2-0, Guinea beat Sierra Leone 2-1, Cameroon won against Ethiopia 1-0, and Zambia triumphed over Tanzania 1-0 to advance to the final stage of qualifications. These teams will now compete for a spot in the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. Full Article
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