September 2025 News Highlights

Welcome to the roundup of everything we covered in September 2025. From football kick‑offs to a tech launch in China, we’ve pulled the biggest stories into one place so you can catch up fast.

Sports Buzz

We opened the month with a bang as Ruben Amorim’s United hosted Arsenal at Old Trafford for the Premier League opener. The match set the tone for a season full of new signings and tactical tweaks. A few weeks later, Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta shook up his squad for a Carabao Cup tie, fielding nine changes and still securing a 2‑0 win over Port Vale. Manchester City showed depth by beating Huddersfield Town with two academy graduates on the scoresheet, moving into the fourth round of the same cup.

South Africa’s rugby scene got its own drama. The Stormers, Bulls, Lions and Sharks started the United Rugby Championship without many Springboks because they’re busy with the Rugby Championship. Coach Rassie Erasmus’s squad pulled heavily from the four clubs, giving younger players a chance but also leaving a talent gap that could reshuffle the domestic league.

In South America, Vélez Sarsfield thrashed Lanús 3‑0 in a decisive Clausura match, while Spain’s Sergio Busquets announced his retirement after an MLS season with Inter Miami, closing a two‑decade career that featured World Cup glory and Champions League success.

Over in the US, Novak Djokovic faced Taylor Fritz in a U.S. Open quarter‑final. The match was a high‑stakes showdown with Djokovic chasing his 25th major and Fritz trying to finally beat the Serb.

Tech, Culture & Other Headlines

Tech lovers got a glimpse of the future when Xiaomi unveiled its 17 series in China. The phones run the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, sport 100W charging and a new Dynamic Back Display that saves power while looking sharp.

AI made a splash in the fashion world. Google’s Gemini AI sparked a retro saree craze that’s now being used by men. Using the Nano Banana prompt, creators mash up traditional Indian attire with vintage vibes, flooding social feeds with eye‑catching images.

Lottery fans saw the Powerball jackpot swell to $145 million after a draw went without a winner. Over 380,000 tickets claimed smaller prizes, and a single California ticket grabbed a $1 million five‑number win.

Politics in South Africa heated up when Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie’s scandals threatened the Government of National Unity. Accusations ranging from racist posts to missing millions and alleged gang links put his coalition role in jeopardy.

On the cultural front, the hit series “The Chosen” sparked a debate over the Second Commandment after Dr. Voddie Bauchel refused to watch it, claiming it idolizes Jesus. Creator Dallas Jenkins pushed back, turning the discussion into a wider conversation about religious images in modern media.

All these stories, plus a handful of match predictions, injury updates and betting odds, made September a packed month on African EduNews Tree. Whether you’re into sports, tech, politics or just looking for the latest buzz, you’ll find something that catches your eye.

Keep checking back for fresh updates, deep analysis and the narratives that matter across Africa and beyond.