HARARE – This year’s 2026 FIFA World Cup is being promoted as a landmark celebration of global football, but a new report by Amnesty International has raised concerns over potential human rights risks facing fans. The tournament, jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is expected to attract millions of supporters from around the world. However, Amnesty says the experience on the ground may fall short of the inclusive and welcoming environment promised by org

In one disturbing video obtained by the broadcaster, an African man wearing a Russian military uniform is seen with a landmine strapped to his chest, being ordered to advance toward Ukrainian positions. A Russian-speaking commander can be heard using a racist slur, describing the man as a “can opener,” a human tool meant to trigger explosions and expose enemy bunkers. The footage has sparked outrage and renewed concern over how foreign fighters, particularly Africans, are bei