So Good They Named Him Twice: Okocha, Nigeria's Absence, and...

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup prepares to unfold across the United States, Canada, and Mexico the largest football tournament in history, expanded to 48 teams the continent of Africa arrives with a record ten nations, genuine excitement, and a debate that has …

New Zealand police investigating allegation against Cape Verde player

May 11 : New Zealand police said they are investigating an allegation made against a Cape Verde player with regard to an incident during the FIFA Series in March. "New Zealand Police can confirm an allegation is under investigation, reported to us on …

Cape Verde: Tiny nation, massive World Cup dream

“Church doesn’t abandon any of its faithful”: Vatican Official Reaffirms Holy See’s Closeness to Cape Verde Communities

Santiago, 15 May, 2026 / 12:01 pm (ACI Africa). The Vatican’s Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations has underscored the Catholic Church’s commitment to remain close to every community in Cape Verde, saying no one is …

Review of China-aided projects in Cape Verde on 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties

This photo taken on May 12, 2026 shows the National Auditorium of Cape Verde, constructed with Chinese aid, in Praia, Cape Verde. 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Cape Verde. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei) This photo taken on …

Feature: Chinese-built stadium supports Cape Verde's sports development, community life

Young trainees practice in a judo room at the Cape Verde's National Stadium, located on the northern outskirts of Cape Verde's capital city Praia, on May 11, 2026. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei) PRAIA, May 15 (Xinhua) -- Inside a judo room at Cape Verde…

Baboucarr Blaise Ismaila Jagne Leads ECOWAS Delegation to Observe Cape Verde Election on May 17

Early in his career, Mr. Jagne was honoured to serve as note taker to the late Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara, former President of The Gambia, during Jawara’s tenure as Chairman of the Islamic Peace Committee on the Iran–Iraq War. He went on to hold the position …

Cape Verde bets on tech to reverse postcolonial brain drain

For much of its history since its discovery by the Portuguese in the mid-15th century, the Cape Verde archipelago off the coast of west Africa served as a hub of the international slave trade, with Africans forcibly transported to marketplaces before being …

Baboucarr Blaise Ismaila Jagne Leads ECOWAS Delegation to Observe Cape Verde Election on May 17

Early in his career, Mr. Jagne was honoured to serve as note taker to the late Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara, former President of The Gambia, during Jawara’s tenure as Chairman of the Islamic Peace Committee on the Iran–Iraq War. He went on to hold the position …

New Holy See–Cape Verde Protocol Marks Milestone in Church–State Relations, Catholic Bishops Say

Santiago, 13 May, 2026 / 2:55 pm (ACI Africa). Catholic Bishops in Cape Verde have welcomed the signing of a new protocol between the Government of Cape Verde and the Holy See, describing it as a significant step in strengthening Church–State relations …