South African farm worker says he was forced to feed women to pigs

Masaka, a trailblazer in East African women's football, aims to inspire young players in Tanzania, highlighting the growth of the sport and the increasing number of Tanzanian professionals abroad. Despite missing the recent Wafcon due to injury, she remains committed to her role as a role model, promising to return with renewed strength and determination. Want More Context? 🔎

Peace Lekuru has made history as the first Ugandan national to sign with a women's super league team, joining York Valkyrie. The 25-year-old, who has quickly adapted to her new environment and scored a hat-trick in her recent match, aims to inspire other African female rugby players and promote the sport in Uganda. Want More Context? 🔎

The World Food Programme (WFP) warns that families in el-Fasher, Sudan, face starvation due to a 16-month siege by paramilitary forces, with food deliveries blocked for over a year. The civil war, which has resulted in over 150,000 deaths and 12 million displaced since April 2023, has led to severe food shortages, driving desperate residents to eat animal fodder and waste. Want More Context? 🔎

Faith, a 24-year-old woman in Kenya, faces pressure to conform and be agreeable in her workplace, reflecting a broader issue of "likeability labour" where women feel compelled to prioritize being liked over expressing their opinions. Research shows significant barriers for women in advancing to leadership roles, with 50% in entry-level positions dropping to 26% at senior levels, highlighting systemic inequalities in corporate environments. Want More Context? 🔎

A former prime minister of Mali, Moussa Mara, has been charged with undermining the state's credibility after expressing support for detained opposition figures on social media. Detained for questioning by the cybercrime unit, he faces accusations of opposing legitimate authority and inciting public disorder, with a trial set for September 29, amid ongoing military rule since recent coups. Want More Context? 🔎

Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch, who was born in the UK and lived in Nigeria, stated on Gyles Brandreth's podcast that she no longer identifies as Nigerian and has not renewed her Nigerian passport since the early 2000s. Despite her Nigerian ancestry and upbringing, she feels more connected to the UK, citing her return was due to her parents' belief in a lack of future in Nigeria, and she faced criticism for her remarks about...