Author: Thabiso Phakamani

Botswana Debunks Fake Arsenal Public Holiday Hoax
Thabiso Phakamani 0 22 May 2026

Botswana Debunks Fake Arsenal Public Holiday Hoax

Botswana's government debunked a viral hoax claiming a public holiday for Arsenal fans. The fake decree, dated before the title win, was labeled 'FAKE' on social media.

Rory McIlroy Skips PGA Tour Events for State Dinner, Sparking Debate
Thabiso Phakamani 0 15 May 2026

Rory McIlroy Skips PGA Tour Events for State Dinner, Sparking Debate

Rory McIlroy skips PGA Tour events, including the Cadillac Championship at Trump Doral, for a state dinner with Donald Trump, sparking debate over his selective schedule.

Arsenal Injury Crisis: Arteta Confirms Saka, Rice, Timber Doubtful for Key Fixtures
Thabiso Phakamani 0 8 May 2026

Arsenal Injury Crisis: Arteta Confirms Saka, Rice, Timber Doubtful for Key Fixtures

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirms major injury concerns for Saka, Rice, Timber, Odegaard, and Calafiori ahead of crucial Champions League and Premier League fixtures, threatening squad depth.

Chicago Fire Rout Sporting KC 5-0 in Berhalter's Dominant Display
Thabiso Phakamani 0 1 May 2026

Chicago Fire Rout Sporting KC 5-0 in Berhalter's Dominant Display

Chicago Fire demolished Sporting Kansas City 5-0 at Soldier Field, led by Gregg Berhalter’s tactical mastery and multi-player attacking output. Raphael Wicky’s return ended in disaster.

Ramaphosa Vows to Rebuild Police Service Amid Crisis and Inequality
Thabiso Phakamani 13 24 April 2026

Ramaphosa Vows to Rebuild Police Service Amid Crisis and Inequality

President Cyril Ramaphosa admits the SAPS needs to be "rebuilt" to fight crime and corruption, while addressing global inequality at a Wits event.

APC Slams Atiku Abubakar Over 'Ill-Gotten' Wealth and Campaign Funds
Thabiso Phakamani 15 17 April 2026

APC Slams Atiku Abubakar Over 'Ill-Gotten' Wealth and Campaign Funds

The APC questions Atiku Abubakar's wealth and alleges vote-buying in the PDP primaries, citing EFCC reports and mysterious U.S. shell company transfers.

Flight Delays: How to Get Paid in the US vs. Europe
Thabiso Phakamani 19 10 April 2026

Flight Delays: How to Get Paid in the US vs. Europe

Discover the massive difference between US and EU flight delay laws. Learn how to claim up to €600 in Europe and secure cash refunds under new 2024 US DOT rules.

Myanmar Strikes Kill 25; Afghanistan Violence Displaces 20,000 Families
Thabiso Phakamani 12 27 March 2026

Myanmar Strikes Kill 25; Afghanistan Violence Displaces 20,000 Families

March 2026 sees worsening crises in Asia. Myanmar's junta escalates airstrikes while cross-border fighting pushes Afghan families into hiding.

Inter Milan Ready to Sell Bastoni as Barcelona Pursuit Gains Momentum
Thabiso Phakamani 20 26 March 2026

Inter Milan Ready to Sell Bastoni as Barcelona Pursuit Gains Momentum

Inter Milan signals openness to selling defender Alessandro Bastoni to Barcelona amid transfer talks. Financial pressures and fan sentiment drive the potential 2026 deal.

France Beats Brazil 4-2 in World Cup Prep Match
Thabiso Phakamani 10 26 March 2026

France Beats Brazil 4-2 in World Cup Prep Match

France defeated Brazil 4-2 in March 26, 2026 friendly at Gillette Stadium with Kylian Mbappé hitting 50 goals. Brazil omitted Neymar amid WC preparation concerns.

South Africa Braces for December Deluge: Floods, Hail and Storms Hit Economic Heartland
Thabiso Phakamani 20 14 December 2025

South Africa Braces for December Deluge: Floods, Hail and Storms Hit Economic Heartland

Severe thunderstorms, flooding, and hail are crippling South Africa’s economic heartland through December 2025, with level five warnings issued for Gauteng, Free State, and KwaZulu-Natal. The South African Weather Service warns this is the worst December in decades.

Leicester City Stuns World by Winning Premier League at 5000-1 Odds
Thabiso Phakamani 11 5 December 2025

Leicester City Stuns World by Winning Premier League at 5000-1 Odds

Leicester City stunned the world by winning the 2015-2016 Premier League at 5000-1 odds, defeating giants like Chelsea and Manchester City with a budget under $57 million and a team built on grit, not glory.