CAS Hears Senegal's Appeal Over AFCON Title: Verdict Imminent

Ten months after the explosive AFCON final, Senegal and Morocco are still fighting over the title, this time at sport's highest court. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is hearing Senegal's appeal against Morocco's victory by default, with a verdict expected within days. The dispute stems from the chaotic finish to the final, where Senegal initially won but CAF later overturned the result. In other news, it's a race against time in Kenya as health officials trace dozens of contacts after an Ebola patient died following a journey from DR Congo. The case has raised concerns about cross-border transmission and the need for robust surveillance. Plus, Zimbabwean author Simbarashe Steyn Kundizeza wins the 2026 Caine Prize for African Writing for his short story "The ...". The award highlights the richness of African literature and the importance of supporting emerging writers.