African qualifying for the 2026 Fifa World Cup has reached a crucial stage, with just four rounds of games remaining. Only the nine group winners are assured of a place at the finals in Canada, Mexico and the United States. BBC Africa looks at who could be heading to the tournament – and who could miss out on a ticket. | BBC News Africa

November 25, 2025: Togbe Afede XIV, Founder and Co-Chairman of Africa World Airlines Ltd joined the company to welcome its 5 millionth passenger today. This remarkable milestone, was marked with a beautiful commemorative celebration. In his address, Togbe presented a summary history of AWA, noting in particular, the conception of the idea in 2009, the incorporation of AWA in 2010, and the commencement of flight operations on September 21, 2012, deliberately chosen to coincide with the birthday o

Africa’s wildlife and wild spaces are truly unmatched. 🌍🐘 Yet in just the past 50 years, 76% of Africa’s wildlife populations have been lost, driven largely by human activity and biodiversity loss. Still, there is hope. ✨ When we come together, we can protect Africa’s natural heritage by ❌ tackling wildlife crime, stopping the consumption of illegal bushmeat, 🤝 reducing human-wildlife conflict and habitat loss 🌱, and 🚙 supporting responsible local wildlife tourism. Let’s make 2026 a year of