Reporting from the Hobe News archive
African music is no longer rising—it is dominating the global stage. From the explosive growth of Afrobeats to the increasing influence of African artists worldwide, the continent’s sound is reshaping the identity of…
Craig Randall delivered a historic masterclass, setting two new records in the Basketball Africa League while powering RSSB Tigers to a 104–92 victory over Dar City in Pretoria on Saturday. The American guard produced…
In a world that celebrates hustle, late nights, and “grinding,” Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker delivers a brutal wake-up call: your lack of sleep is slowly destroying you. This isn’t exaggeration. It’s…
Kanye West delivered a powerful and unforgettable performance during his second sold-out night at SoFi Stadium, bringing together some of music’s biggest names in a show that blended nostalgia, surprise, and raw…
A high-stakes search operation is underway after a US fighter jet, the F-15E Strike Eagle, was shot down in southern Iran, leaving one American crew member missing and raising fears of further escalation in the ongoing…
A wave of frustration and emotional distress has emerged among survivors following the decision to grant parole to one of South Australia’s most notorious convicted paedophiles, Anthony Munro. One of the victims,…
The ongoing US-Israeli military campaign against Iran has intensified, with residents reporting heavy bombardment in key Iranian cities and videos confirming massive explosions at strategic missile bases. Footage from…
The World Health Organization on Wednesday called for urgent, coordinated global action to advance neuro-inclusive policies, marking World Autism Awareness Day with a renewed focus on dismantling systemic barriers…
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on April 1 in a high-stakes case over efforts by Donald Trump to restrict automatic birthright citizenship, with justices across the ideological spectrum expressing…
FIFA reported significant technical difficulties Wednesday during the rollout of the "Last-Minute Sales Phase" for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The platform, which opened at 15:00 GMT, struggled to manage a historic surge…
Donald Trump suggested the United States could withdraw from NATO during a recent discussion on Middle East policy, according to Reuters and Politico, both citing officials briefed on the discussion. The remarks…
Today we celebrate April’s fool day, from spaghetti growing trees to left-handed burgers, April 1st has long been the playground for tricksters and pranksters alike. While today is marked by fake news and office gags,…
On March 30, the Chinese Embassy in Rwanda, in collaboration with the Confucius Institute, the Chinese Medical Team, and Huawei, organized a remarkable Film Festival at FAWE Girls’ School, celebrating education,…
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has taken a sharper geopolitical turn after US President Donald Trump issued a provocative message to allied nations, urging them to “go get your own oil” from the strategically…
Bangui , Central African Republic – President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has officially been sworn in for a third term as the leader of the Central African Republic (CAR), marking the beginning of a new constitutional…
The FIFA Series 2026 hosted in Rwanda has come to a historic conclusion, leaving behind moments that will be remembered as a turning point in the country’s football journey. With matches played at Amahoro Stadium and…
Rwanda is steadily cementing its place as a rising force in African football, following the inauguration of modern infrastructure built in partnership with FIFA on March 30, 2026. At the heart of this milestone is a…
30 th March 2026, Thologolong - Victoria, One of the most intensive manhunts in Australian history has come to a violent conclusion this Monday. Dezi Freeman, the self-proclaimed sovereign citizen accused of murdering…
Cairo, Egypt - Former Egyptian Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy has been officially appointed as the new Secretary-General of the League of Arab States (LAS). The transition, finalized during a high-level summit in Cairo,…
Australia is ending March under pressure from multiple directions simultaneously — a war it did not start, a fuel crisis it cannot fully control, and an alliance it is beginning to publicly question. The thread…
The closing days of March reveal a world under simultaneous pressure — geopolitical conflict, domestic unrest, and climate strain pulling at the same interconnected system from different directions. In the Middle East,…
The global entertainment industry is closing out March with a surge of high-impact releases, celebrity headlines, and viral cultural moments, where award-season aftershocks, AI-driven creativity, and social media…
Africa’s political, economic and environmental landscape is shifting rapidly, with major developments unfolding across East, West and Southern Africa. From climate emergencies and security pressures to economic reform…
For decades, the Great Lakes region has lived under the shadow of recurring conflict, political manipulation, and humanitarian suffering. Today, the crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is entering a…