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Iraq stuns favorites Japan to reach Asian Cup last 16

[ad_1] Doha – Aymen Hussein scored two first-half headers as Iraq stunned Asian Cup favorites Japan 2-1 on Friday to reach the knockout rounds.It was Japan's first Asian Cup group-stage defeat in 26 matches and the loss sets them on a potential collision course with South Korea in the last 16 in Qatar, assuming they still progress.Iraq — ranked 63 in the world to Japan's 17 — endured a nervous finish after Liverpool's Wataru Endo pulled one back in the […]

January 19, 2024

Africa

Comoros: One dead, six injured as post-election violence escalates

[ad_1] One person has reportedly been killed and six others injured as police riots following the re of President Azali Assoumani. Authorities in Comoros have cut access to the internet in the wake of protests by angry opposition supporters in the capital, Moroni. Several roads in the capital have been barricaded and an unspecified number of protesters arrested. A night-time curfew has been imposed to curb the spreading unrest. The electoral commission on Tuesday announced that Mr Assoumani had garnered […]

January 19, 2024

Africa

Africa: Cash-Strapped Conservationists in South Africa Are Struggling to Collect Biodiversity Data – How to Change That

[ad_1] South Africa's government conservation organisations have experienced substantial budget cuts. Even after steps to cut costs, South African National Parks reported a big shortfall (R223 million or about US$11.92 million) for 2021/22. So did the provincial body KZN Ezemvelo Wildlife (R89 million; about US$4.77 million). South African conservation authorities manage millions of hectares of protected areas. However, recruitment freezes and insufficient funds have reduced their ability to conduct basic operations. One of these is biodiversity monitoring. Knowing which plants […]

January 19, 2024

Africa

Ernest Bai Koroma: Sierra Leone ex-president flies to Nigeria for medical care

[ad_1] Ernest Bai Koroma is granted temporary leave but must return for his court case in March, a court rules. [ad_2] Source link

January 19, 2024

Africa

Afcon 2023: Victor Osimhen asked William Troost-Ekong to take Nigeria penalty

[ad_1] AC Milan forward Samuel Chukwueze believes the team have shown everyone that the Super Eagles are serious about adding to their three continental titles."We played with our hearts. This game shows we are ready to fight for Afcon," he said."This group is complicated but the most important game now is the last game. "There is no small country in this Afcon and Guinea-Bissau are good. We've played them twice in qualifying and we lost one."We need to win the […]

January 19, 2024

Africa

Zambia: Worst cholera outbreak kills over 400 people

[ad_1] Over 400 people have died from the worst cholera outbreak in the Zambia since the 1970s. More than 10,000 people have been infected with authorities ordering the closure of schools across the country after the end-of-year holidays. A large soccer stadium in the capital city has been converted into a treatment facility. The Zambian government is embarking on a mass vaccination program and says it’s providing clean water 2.4 million liters a day — to communities that are affected […]

January 19, 2024

Africa

Female Mokoro polers changing stereotypes in Botswana’s Okavango Delta

[ad_1] In the heart of Botswana's enchanting Okavango Delta, a remarkable change is taking place. The traditional role of poling - the skill of steering a Mokoro canoe though the shallow waters - has long been dominated by men. But today Cindy Mothogaathobogwe, a female poler, is challenging stereotypes while guiding tourists on a unique wildlife safari. Filmed by Carmen Roberts. Produced and edited by Kaine Pieri. [ad_2] Source link

January 19, 2024

Japan

Japan football players dream big as they prepare to battle Ivy League’s best

[ad_1] Japan and the Ivy League will battle it out on the gridiron for the second successive year Sunday when an All-Star selection from the historic east coast American conference takes on the nation’s best football players at National Stadium in Tokyo.Japan will be hoping to avenge what was a frustrating 24-20 defeat at the hands of its NCAA opponents in the inaugural Japan U.S. Dream Bowl last January.That’s shaping up to be a difficult task. [ad_2] Source link

January 19, 2024

Africa

Africa: Malaria Elimination – Lessons From Cabo Verde

[ad_1] The recent certification of Cabo Verde by the World Health Organisation, WHO, as the third malaria-free country in Africa after Mauritius (1973) and Algeria (2019) offers valuable lessons for Nigeria in its fight against the disease. Cabo Verde's success came from sustained commitment from the government. High-level political leadership ensured consistent funding, effective policy implementation, and strong coordination across different sectors. Nigeria can learn to replicate this commitment by prioritising malaria control in national development plans and mobilising resources […]

January 19, 2024

Iraq stuns favorites Japan to reach Asian Cup last 16

Comoros: One dead, six injured as post-election violence escalates

Africa: Cash-Strapped Conservationists in South Africa Are Struggling to Collect Biodiversity Data – How to Change That

Ernest Bai Koroma: Sierra Leone ex-president flies to Nigeria for medical care

Afcon 2023: Victor Osimhen asked William Troost-Ekong to take Nigeria penalty

Zambia: Worst cholera outbreak kills over 400 people

Female Mokoro polers changing stereotypes in Botswana’s Okavango Delta

Japan football players dream big as they prepare to battle Ivy League’s best

Africa: Malaria Elimination – Lessons From Cabo Verde

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