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Cape Verde

2026-05-022026-08-23

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  1. August 2026
  2. Daily Guide

    Antoine Semenyo Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo says Cape Verde’s impressive run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup came as no surprise to him, having already witnessed the quality of the island nation during the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations.

    Semenyo Backs Africa’s Rise After Cape Verde’s World Cup Fairytale
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    On winning bonuses, the Ministry said the team earned one bonus from its group-stage victory over Cape Verde.

    Government denies owing Black Queens outstanding per diems
  4. Joy Online

    The Ministry also said the winning bonus for the Black Queens’ victory over Cape Verde was being processed and that no qualification bonus had been approved for the Egypt qualifiers.

    Black Queens demand clarity over unpaid allowances, challenge Sports Ministry’s claims
  5. The Ghanaian Times

    Their 2-0 win over Cape Verde saw them climb to cloud nine but when Cameroon edged them 1-0 and outplayed them in every aspect, the result brought them back to earth.

    Evelyn Badu: The making of a star from Seikwa
  6. Joy Online

    The Ministry also clarified that the team earned a winning bonus for their victory over Cape Verde during the WAFCON group stage, and the payment is currently being processed in accordance with established financial procedures.

    WAFCON 2026: We do not owe team per diems – Sports Ministry denies Black Queens claims
  7. Daily Guide

    Following the success of her Ghana Heritage Month Food Tour and her recent UK food tour, the celebrated chef revealed that she will begin a multi-country culinary journey on August 20, taking her across Nigeria, Togo, Senegal, Cape Verde, Liberia, and Côte d’Ivoire.

    Chef Abbys Launches West African Food Tour
  8. Daily Guide

    Vozinha The Chilean Football Federation (ANFP) has granted a special exemption allowing Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha to wear his famous nickname on the back of his Colo Colo shirt despite league regulations requiring players to use their legal names.

    Colo Colo Secure Special Permission For Cape Verde Star Vozinha
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    The Black Queens kicked their campaign off in a victorious note as they benefitted from a Doris Boaduwaa lob and an own goal to defeat Cape Verde 2-0.

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens, Mali in do-or-die battle today
  10. Daily Guide

    Bubista Pedro Leitão Brito (Bubista) has resigned from his post as Cape Verde head coach to join Moroccan club RS Berkane.

    Cape Verde Coach Bubista Resigns To Join Moroccan Club
  11. Daily Guide

    Ghana opened their 2026 WAFCON campaign with a 2-0 win over Cape Verde and face Cameroon next in a game that could shape their path to the knockout stage.

    Black Queens Turn Focus To Mali Clash After Resuming Training
Sport

Semenyo credits Cape Verde, African football's rapid growth

The News

Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo says Cape Verde's strong 2026 World Cup performance is unsurprising given the quality he witnessed at AFCON 2022, and he believes African teams are increasingly proving they can compete with the world's best. Semenyo also scored 17 Premier League goals this season, surpassing Tony Yeboah's record for most goals by a Ghanaian in a single season.

17 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 17 August

  1. Semenyo credits Cape Verde, African football's rapid growth

    Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo says Cape Verde's strong 2026 World Cup performance is unsurprising given the quality he witnessed at AFCON 2022, and he believes African teams are increasingly proving they can compete with the world's best. Semenyo also scored 17 Premier League goals this season, surpassing Tony Yeboah's record for most goals by a Ghanaian in a single season.

    17 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 13 August

  1. Government denies outstanding per diem payments to Black Queens

    The Ministry of Sports and Recreation denies owing the Black Queens outstanding per diems, stating players and officials were paid in advance on July 29 for July 26–August 7, and again on August 11 for August 8–14. The Ministry said winning bonuses from the group-stage victory over Cape Verde are being processed, and rejected claims of an outstanding WAFCON qualification bonus.

    13 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Black Queens dispute Sports Ministry's denial of unpaid bonuses

    Ghana's Black Queens have challenged the Sports Ministry's claim that all outstanding per diems and bonuses have been settled, stating that payments only covered July 26 onwards while their official camping began July 11, and disputing that a $700 delivery constituted their promised WAFCON qualification bonus.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Evelyn Badu: footballer from Seikwa rises to global renown

    Evelyn Badu, born in Seikwa in Ghana's Bono region, has become a globally renowned footballer. She joined Hasaacas Ladies under mentorship from former Ghana captain Samira Suleman, and helped the team to their first league title since 2015.

    13 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  4. Sports Ministry denies owing Black Queens per diems

    The Ministry of Sports and Recreation denied claims that government owes the Black Queens outstanding per diems, stating that players and eligible officials received advance payments on July 29 and August 11 to cover their stay during WAFCON 2026 and FIFA World Cup play-in qualification. The Ministry also clarified that a winning bonus for the Cape Verde victory is being processed, but rejected claims of an outstanding qualification bonus, noting that government's sports financing framework does not provide for bonuses for qualifying matches.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 7 August

  1. Chef Abbys announces West African food tour across six nations

    Ghanaian culinary content creator Chef Abbys will launch a multi-country food tour on August 20 across Nigeria, Togo, Senegal, Cape Verde, Liberia, and Côte d'Ivoire, collaborating with regional food creators and tourism stakeholders to showcase West African cuisine and cultural heritage to a global audience.

    7 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 6 August

  1. Chilean federation approves nickname exception for Cape Verde goalkeeper

    The Chilean Football Federation has granted Colo Colo and goalkeeper Vozinha a special exemption to use his nickname rather than his legal name on his shirt, despite league regulations requiring players to use legal names. The 40-year-old Cape Verdean joined the club on a six-month contract following his World Cup performances.

    6 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Black Queens face Mali in WAFCON qualifier elimination match

    Ghana's Black Queens play Mali in a final Group D qualifier of the 2026 Women African Cup of Nations in Morocco, with both teams on three points from two matches each; the winner advances to the quarter-finals, the loser is eliminated.

    6 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Cape Verde coach Bubista leaves for Moroccan club RS Berkane

    Bubista Pedro Leitão Brito has resigned as Cape Verde head coach to join Moroccan club RS Berkane on a two-year deal. The 56-year-old guided Cape Verde to the World Cup last 32, where they lost 3-2 to Argentina, and previously reached the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals.

    5 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Black Queens resume training ahead of Mali match

    Ghana's Black Queens have returned to training after their Group C match against Cameroon, focusing on preparations for a decisive final group match against Mali. With qualification to the knockout stage still at stake, the team is refining tactics under head coach Kim Lars Björkegren ahead of the must-win encounter.

    5 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. Ghana Police Band invited to perform at Notting Hill and Boston carnivals

    The Ghana Police Band has been invited by the World Carnival Commission to represent Ghana at the Notting Hill Carnival in the United Kingdom (August 28–31, 2026) and the Boston Caribbean Carnival in the United States (August 23–29, 2026), as part of efforts to promote cultural exchange and Ghana's musical heritage.

    5 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  4. Cape Verde's World Cup coach Bubista joins Morocco's RS Berkane

    Pedro Leitao Brito, known as Bubista, has been appointed coach at Morocco's Renaissance Berkane on a two-season contract after leading Cape Verde to the last 32 in their World Cup debut. The 56-year-old, African Coach of the Year in 2025, is expected to quit the Cape Verde job shortly.

    5 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Cape Verde coach Bubista joins Moroccan club RS Berkane

    Bubista has resigned as Cape Verde head coach to sign a two-year deal with Moroccan club RS Berkane. Bubista guided Cape Verde to the World Cup last 32 last month and to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals.

    4 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Gulf of Guinea nations urged to share marine data

    The Fisheries Commission's Deputy Executive Director has called on Gulf of Guinea countries to share fisheries and marine biodiversity data to attract international funding for ocean conservation and coastal community livelihoods. He warned that countries risk losing critical funding if they fail to generate and share credible information.

    4 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Friday 31 July

  1. Black Queens defeat Cape Verde 2-0 in WAFCON 2026 opener

    Ghana's Black Queens defeated Cape Verde 2-0 in their Group C opener at the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations, with Doris Boaduwaa scoring and Cape Verde's own goal doubling Ghana's lead. The victory gives Ghana a confident start to the tournament with a clean sheet and all three points.

    31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Cameroon beats Mali 2-1 at WAFCON in Casablanca

    Cameroon defeated Mali 2-1 in a CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Group D match in Casablanca on Wednesday, with Ngah Manga scoring twice for the Indomitable Lionesses.

    31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 30 July

  1. UEFA holds emergency meeting on FIFA World Cup sponsorship plan

    UEFA will meet Thursday to discuss its response to FIFA's controversial proposal to sell a 20% stake in FIFA competitions to private investors, after FIFA set a 19 September deadline for member associations to accept the deal or forfeit the first $20m of a $40m initial payout.

    30 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Black Queens defeat Cape Verde 2-0 in WAFCON 2026 opener

    Ghana's women's football team opened their 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 2-0 victory over Cape Verde on Wednesday, with goals from Doris Boaduwaa and an own goal securing the win and a strong start to their 2027 Women's World Cup qualification push.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Bawumia backs Black Queens for WAFCON opener against Cape Verde

    Former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has publicly supported Ghana's Black Queens as they begin their CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign in Morocco against Cape Verde, emphasizing the tournament's significance as a pathway to the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ghana's Black Queens face Cape Verde in WAFCON opener

    Ghana's Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren says his team's experience will be crucial in their Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign opener against debutants Cape Verde. Björkegren expects a tough match but expressed confidence in his squad, noting that the team now has more experienced players compared to 12 months ago.

    29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  4. Black Queens open WAFCON campaign against Cape Verde

    Ghana's Black Queens begin their 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign against Cape Verde in Morocco, seeking a semi-final appearance to secure a FIFA Women's World Cup spot and their first WAFCON trophy. The Black Queens, three-time runners-up and third-place finishers at the last edition, are tournament favourites despite facing debutants Cape Verde.

    29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  5. Sports Minister pledges government support to Black Queens at WAFCON

    Sports Minister Kofi Adams visited Ghana's Black Queens team in Morocco to deliver messages of encouragement from the Executive, Parliament, and Ministry on behalf of the nation ahead of their Women's Africa Cup of Nations Group C opener against Cape Verde.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Black Queens prepared for WAFCON 2026 opener against Cape Verde

    Black Queens midfielder Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah says the team is ready to begin their 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign with their first match against Cape Verde on Wednesday, July 29 in Casablanca. Ghana will play their 12th WAFCON appearance while Cape Verde makes their tournament debut.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Black Queens prepare for WAFCON 2026 opener against Cape Verde

    Ghana's senior women's national team will face debutants Cape Verde on Wednesday, July 29, in their first match of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The team trained in Casablanca on Monday as they prepare for the tournament.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Black Queens begin WAFCON 2026 campaign against Cape Verde

    Ghana's Black Queens will face Cape Verde in their opening Group C match at the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with kick-off scheduled for 17:00GMT at Moulay Rachid Stadium. Coach Kim Lars Björkegren's side enters the tournament in high spirits following preparatory training and friendly matches.

    28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 27 July

  1. Ghana faces Cape Verde in WAFCON 2026 Group C opener

    Ghana's Black Queens open their 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign against Cape Verde on Wednesday, July 29, at 5:00 PM GMT in Morocco. The team enters the match with confidence following intensive preparations and friendly matches.

    27 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Black Queens aim to end WAFCON trophy drought in 2026

    Ghana's women's football team qualified for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a win over Egypt and will compete in Group D against Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali. The tournament doubles as a 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualifier, and the team has greater experience than in 2024, when most players competed in continental football for the first time; Ghana has reached three WAFCON finals but lost all to Nigeria.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 24 July

  1. Ghana names 25-player squad for WAFCON 2026 in Morocco

    Ghana's Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has named a final 25-player squad for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with seven players making their first tournament appearance. Ghana faces Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in Group D.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Bank of Africa sponsors JoySports coverage of WAFCON 2026

    Bank of Africa has committed to sponsor Multimedia Group Limited's coverage of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, funding an all-expenses-paid trip for one journalist. The Black Queens will compete in the tournament starting July 26, facing Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in their group stage.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Black Queens defeat Malawi 4-0 ahead of WAFCON 2026

    Ghana's women's football team won 4-0 against Malawi in their final friendly before the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Doris Boaduwaa scored three goals and Sharon Sampson added one in Casablanca, with Ghana set to face Cape Verde, Cameroon and Mali at the tournament.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online

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