Relief for Ivory Coast after winning AFCON

[ad_1] Just like a fairy tale story, Ivory Coast went from being almost eliminated from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations to winning it eventually. It has sparked a lot of emotion that has triggered relief and joy for the host nation. Ivory Coast came from behind to beat Nigeria in Sunday’s final at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium. Sebastien Haller was the hero for the Elephants. The striker, who is […]

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Africa Live this week: 12-18 February 2024

[ad_1] Africa Live this week: 12-18 February 2024 - BBC News BreakingBreaking newsClose breaking news SummaryPoll commission wants more time in case of a run-off [ad_2] Source link

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Marathon world record holder dies in road accident

[ad_1] Kelvin Kiptum was near the Kenyan town of Eldoret when he was killed, an official tells the BBC. [ad_2] Source link

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Africa: Secrets of Soil-Enriching Pulses Could Transform Future of Sustainable Agriculture

[ad_1] From lentils to chickpeas, and even the humble baked bean, pulses are perhaps best known as an alternative, plant-based source of protein. These plants are environmental heroes: they work together with soil microbes to "fix" nitrogen from the air, enriching the soil with nutrients to allow them to thrive. As their nitrogen-fixing capacity is becoming better understood, scientists are hoping to find ways to increase productivity, and eventually apply some of these effective soil-enriching characteristics to other crops such […]

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Afcon 2023: Nigeria 1-2 Ivory Coast – Haller wins final for Elephants

[ad_1] Sebastien Haller was the hero for Ivory Coast again as the Elephants came from behind to beat Nigeria and win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final on home soil.The striker, who had also netted the semi-final winner just 13 months on from his return from testicular cancer, flicked in Simon Adingra's cross with the toe of his boot with nine minutes remaining to complete a second-half comeback and […]

February 12, 2024

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Africa: Golden Moments – Three Legendary Nigerian Players in Afcon Finals

[ad_1] The Super Eagles have always found heroes at AFCON tournaments and they are looking for another after the likes of Odegbami, Amuneke, and Mba. As Nigeria gears up for the AFCON final on Sunday evening in Abidjan, this report spotlights three players whose individual brilliance clinched the coveted AFCON trophy for Nigeria on three previous occasions. 1980: Odegbami's Lagos double Segun Odegbami, famously known as "Mathematical," showcased his exceptional talent. His two remarkable goals in the final against Algeria […]

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Nigerian bank chief killed in US helicopter crash

[ad_1] The head of Nigeria's largest bank has been killed when a helicopter he was flying in crashed in California desert. [ad_2] Source link

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DR Congo violence: Panic in Goma as M23 rebels advance

[ad_1] Within reach of major mining towns supplying metals and minerals in high demand such as gold, tin and coltan, Goma has become a vital economic hub. Its road and air transport links, and the fact that it has a huge UN peacekeeping base, has attracted a host of businesses, international organisations and diplomatic consulates. [ad_2] Source link

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