If you’re looking for what happened in Africa and the world of sport during Week 13, you’ve landed in the right spot. We’ve pulled together the most talked‑about headlines so you can skim, click, or dive deeper without hunting through endless pages.
The week kicked off with Ghana’s U‑20 AFCON draw against Senegal, a clash that could decide who moves forward in the quest for World Cup spots. At the same time, South Africa’s SDP made waves by banning former governor Nasir El‑Rufai for 30 years, sparking heated debate about party discipline.
On the economic front, China, Japan and South Korea revived talks on a trilateral free‑trade pact to offset rising U.S. tariffs. Their goal? Faster supply chains and greener tech, even though old rivalries still linger. Back home, Nigeria’s WAFCON victory was bittersweet – Michelle Alozie’s winning goal was overshadowed by Gabriela Salgado’s serious injury, reminding fans how fragile triumph can be.
In finance news, Fidelity Bank faced a massive N225 billion debt crunch, prompting Peter Obi to seek help from President Tinubu during a Vatican ceremony. The move highlighted how intertwined politics and banking are in the region.
K‑pop fans got a taste of excitement when BLACKPINK announced their 2025 Deadline World Tour, featuring a historic two‑night Wembley show. Ticket hunters can now chase seats through Ticketmaster and Weverse presales – just watch the dates.
On the tennis court, Laura Siegemund shocked everyone by beating seeded Leylah Fernandez at Wimbledon, proving that rankings aren’t everything. In basketball, the Pacers surged ahead of the Knicks in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals, while the Cavaliers fought to stay alive against Indiana.
Football fans saw Bayern Munich crush Stuttgart 3‑1 in the Bundesliga, and Paul Pogba’s possible comeback at Manchester United sparked endless speculation after his doping suspension. Meanwhile, the ICC Champions Trophy kicked off with Pakistan hosting New Zealand, delivering a thrilling century from Will Young.
All these stories and more are just a click away. Dive into each article for full details, background, and what’s next. Week 13 was packed – you’ve got everything you need right here.
