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In parts of western India, small communities still carry traces of an African past that arrived centuries before modern migration debates or contemporary ideas about identity. The villages are not separate states or isolated colonies in the literal sense, yet certain settlements in Gujarat and Karnataka are closely associated with the Siddi people, whose ancestry…
African proverb of the day (AI-generated image) People have always been drawn to beautiful things. Expensive things too. A polished car. A giant house. Designer clothes. Even funerals, strangely enough, are sometimes turned into displays of wealth and status. In many parts of the world, families spend enormous amounts on elaborate ceremonies, decorated graves, and…
Airtel Africa’s initial public offering of its mobile money business could raise between $1.5 billion and $2 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.London is now the most likely location for the listing of Airtel Money, the people said, asking not be identified as the information is still private. An exchange in the UAE…
Proverb of the day (Image generated via Google Gemini) People often think about problems in their lives that come from outside, like competition, criticism, or tough situations. It’s normal to think that problems are caused by things outside of yourself. But many old sayings say that the real fight often starts from the inside. People’s…
South Africa’s Connor Esterhuizen joins Gujarat Titans. (ANI Photo) Gujarat Titans have brought in promising South African wicketkeeper-batter Connor Esterhuizen as a replacement for England’s Tom Banton, who has been ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League 2026 season due to a finger injury.The 24-year-old Esterhuizen arrives with a rising reputation after…
African proverb of the day (Image source: AI-generated by Google Gemini) In a world that often values speed, competition, and personal success, a lot of people feel like they have to get things done quickly. People are always trying to get ahead of others, whether it’s in their careers, businesses, or personal goals. But in…
Wanindu Hasaranga (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have made a key change to their squad for IPL 2026 by bringing in South African all-rounder George Linde as a replacement for Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga. Hasaranga, aged 28, has been ruled out of the tournament due to a hamstring injury he suffered during…
Lucknow Super Gaints (Photo: IPL) In a major setback for the Lucknow Super Giants, star Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga has been ruled out of the ongoing IPL 2026 season. The franchise is expected to announce a replacement within the next 24 to 48 hours, ESPNcricinfo reports.“We are preparing for the fact that he isn’t…
When you hear the name David Miller, the first image that comes to the mind is of a guy who launches cricket balls in the stands. He’s the ultimate “finisher,” the guy who stays ice-cold when the required run rate is sky high. But behind that steely, game-day persona is a much more grounded story,…
Beyers Swanepoel (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) South African allrounder Beyers Swanepoel’s proposed stint with Worcestershire has been thrown into uncertainty after he left his domestic side, the Lions, mid-match during a one-day cup final, triggering an investigation by Cricket South Africa (CSA).Swanepoel had played a key role in the final, picking up 3/44, before…
