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Africa

North Africans Dumped Out of Cote d’Ivoire’s Afcon 2023

[ad_1] Morocco, fresh off their World Cup heroics, seemed destined for glory, while Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah, looked unstoppable The recent qualification for the 2023 AFCON quarterfinals marked a surprising turn of events for North African football powerhouses - Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, and Egypt - who entered the tournament with high expectations. All four North African teams, despite their strong FIFA rankings (first, third, fourth and fifth respectively), were eliminated before the quarterfinals, raising questions about the impact of […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

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Taylor Swift will be on time for Super Bowl, Japan Embassy assures anxious public

[ad_1] Washington – The world's most famous Kansas City Chiefs fan will make it to see beau Travis Kelce play in the Super Bowl, even though she is performing in Tokyo the night before, the Japanese Embassy in the U.S. said Friday.Anxious fans have been speculating for days over how pop music icon Taylor Swift could do it all next weekend: perform a concert as part of her record-smashing Eras […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

News

Africa: South Africa or Cape Verde – Super Eagles Opponent in Afcon Semi-Final

[ad_1] After defeating Angola in the quarter finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face the winner between South Africa and Cape Verde in the semi-final. South Africa and Cape Verde will trade tackles on Saturday for a date with Nigeria. The semi-final clash will be played on Wednesday, February 7 in the Ivorian city of Bouake at 6pm Nigeria time. Nigeria qualify for semi-final after beating 1-0 Angola Ademola Lookman, […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

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Angola/Nigeria: Fans Optimistic Super Eagles Will Win 2023 Afcon After Defeating Angola

[ad_1] Football fans in Osogbo on Friday expressed optimism that Nigeria will win the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament after the Super Eagles defeated Angola 1-0 to qualify for the semifinal of the competition. The fans, who were in jubilant mood after the match on Friday, said they were sure that Nigeria would make it to the finals and win its fourth AFCON this year. Adewale Alabi, a football fan and Super Eagles' supporter, said the team had become […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

Entertainment

Nigeria: Decade of Excellence – Iniffaa to Honour Musawa, Uzoka-Anite, Film Industry Players

[ad_1] Inside Nollywood International Film Festival & Awards (INIFFAA) 2024 is gearing up to honour prominent figures, including the Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, and Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite, among others, as part of the this year's festival to mark a significant milestone to commemorate its 10th anniversary. It said the 10-year journey contributed to the evolution of the Nigerian film industry and fostering original expression. Founder and CEO of […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

News

Angola/Nigeria: Breaking – Nigeria Beat Angola 1-0 to Qualify for Afcon Semifinal

[ad_1] A first half goal by Super Eagles striker, Ademola Lookman, has earned Nigeria a narrow victory over a spirited Angola to advance to the semifinal stage of the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in Ivory Coast, on Friday night. The Atalanta winger turned in Moses Simon's cross four minutes before half-time to give a Nigeria lead. Bidding to reach their first-ever AFCON semi-final, Angola made a bright start and were denied in the fourth minute when […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

Africa

Africa: Joint Statement On the Proliferation Security Initiative African Political Meeting and Outreach Event Marrakesh Co-Chairs’ Summary

[ad_1] The text of the following statement was released by the Government of the Kingdom of Morocco and the Government of the United States of America on the occasion of the Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) African Political Meeting and Outreach event. Begin text: The Kingdom of Morocco and the United States of America co-hosted a Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Africa Political Meeting and Outreach Event in Marrakesh, Morocco on January 31 - February 2, 2024. This meeting was co-chaired by […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

Africa

Africa: Proliferation Security Initiative African Political Meeting and Outreach Event

[ad_1] The United States and Morocco co-hosted the Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) African Political Meeting and Outreach Event from January 31-February 2, 2024, in Marrakesh, Morocco. The event realizes commitments both countries made at the PSI 20th Anniversary High-Level Political Meeting in May 2023 in Jeju, Republic of Korea to expand PSI outreach to non-endorsing countries, especially in Africa. At the meeting - the largest PSI event ever held on the African Continent - the United States, Morocco, and 11 […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

Entertainment

Rwanda: Grammy Nominee Kelis Enjoys Rwandan Adventure – From Gorillas, Hills, Inyambo Cows

[ad_1] American singer, songwriter and chef Kelis, widely known for her hit song 'Milkshake,' is currently exploring 'the scenic beauty of Rwanda.' Sharing her journey with over 1.5 million Instagram followers, Kelis posted videos showcasing her experiences--interacting with Inyambo cows, hiking hills, engaging with locals, and visiting mountain gorillas. The artiste has been in Rwanda since Wednesday, January 31. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kelis (@kelis) Expressing her awe after visiting mountain gorillas, Kelis said: "What […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

Africa

Africa Can’t Afford Another Lost Decade – – What Has Gone Wrong?

[ad_1] Not long ago, the continent was the poster child for fast-growing emerging markets, with The Economist declaring in 2011 'Africa Rising' on its cover. The opulent Palazzo Madama in Rome plays host this week to more than 70 African heads of state, senior government officials and representatives of the African Union and European Union to discuss something of shared importance for the two continents on either side of the Mediterranean: the future of Africa. While easily derided as yet […]

todayFebruary 3, 2024

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