Nigeria: Who Is Bruno Labbadia, Nigeria’s New Super Eagles Head Coach?

[ad_1] The Nigeria Football Federation has announced that it has reached an agreement with German tactician, Bruno Labbadia, to become the Head Coach of Nigeria's Senior Men National Team, Super Eagles. Bruno Labbadia is a German football manager and former player. He played as a striker for several clubs, including Bayern Munich, Hamburg, and Cologne, and earned two caps for the Germany national team. As a manager, Labbadia has coached several clubs in Germany and Austria, including: - Darmstadt 98 […]

August 27, 2024

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Uganda: Ya Levis’ Memorable Performance Leaves Ugandans Yearning for More

[ad_1] Congolese star Ya Levis had a performance in Uganda that will forever be talked about for all the reasons. From the Ugandan babes who thronged him on the stage to his deliverance and Azawi's rants. Dubbed "Ganda Vibes Experience with Ya Levis," the show happened at Kampala Serena Hotel's Victoria Hall with House of DJs and Fenon Events behind it. Fenon also did the production of the show, especially the stage, lighting, sound, transforming the venue into a visual […]

August 27, 2024

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Nigeria: Jnr Pope – ‘Forgive Me, I’m Losing My Sanity’ – Adanma Luke Begs Nigerians

[ad_1] " I'm gradually losing my life. I don't even know how to call people for a job. Please, Nigerians, forgive me." It's been four months since Nollywood star Junior Pope died in a boat mishap while shooting 'The Other Side of Life,' the ill-fated movie by burgeoning filmmaker Adanma Luke. Expectedly, Ms Luke has experienced a series of life-altering incidents since the unfortunate incident, which claimed the lives of five persons on her movie set. First, the Actors Guild […]

August 27, 2024

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Nigeria’s First-Ever Olympic Medalist, Maiyegun, Dies in Austria

[ad_1] Nigerian boxing legend, Nojim Maiyegun, is dead. He died aged 83 on Monday in Vienna, Austria, where he had been living for years after leaving the country The Olympic medallist's death was confirmed in a Facebook post by his confidante, Rudolfine Soultan. "My Jimmy died. I can't say more about this right now because it's just horrible. The day after tomorrow, we would have been together for 17 years," Soultan wrote. Multiple sources also confirmed the development, including some […]

August 27, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Soccer Betting Is On the Rise Among Young Zimbabweans – Our Study Found It Can Serve a Positive Purpose

[ad_1] Betting on soccer games is a popular pastime in many African countries. A 2024 report by GeoPoll found that 76.16% of respondents from Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Tanzania and Nigeria had gambled or placed bets and that soccer was by far the most popular sport to bet on. Young men (aged 16 to 34) make up the bulk of soccer bettors in those countries. Much has been written about the negative aspects of sports betting, including the risk […]

August 27, 2024

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Egypt Seeks to Attract 30 Million Tourists in 2028

[ad_1] South Sinai Governor Khaled Mubarak said Egypt seeks to increase the number of tourists coming to the country to hit 30 million by 2028. South Sinai will also contribute to increasing the number of tourists through improving services in the governorate and promoting for its tourist attractions, he added. Tourism is very important sector in Egypt as it provides thousands of job opportunities and is considered a main source of hard currency, he said, calling for engaging local residents […]

August 24, 2024

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Ethiopia: Mekelle Immigration Office Fully Resumes Operations, Launches Online Passport Services

[ad_1] Addis Abeba — The Immigration and Citizenship Service office in Mekelle has fully resumed operations, including the launch of online passport services, after a three-year closure due to the Tigray war. The office initially restarted provisional services, such as passport renewals and replacements, on 18 June, 2024, following the suspension of all operations in November 2020 after the outbreak of the war. Mitiku Takele, coordinator of the Mekelle branch office, told state media that the office is now providing […]

August 20, 2024

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Uganda’s Hidden Gems – Beyond the Usual Tourist Trails

[ad_1] Uganda, often hailed as the Pearl of Africa, is renowned for its majestic mountain gorillas and the breathtaking beauty of the Nile River. While these attractions rightfully draw global attention, there is a treasure trove of lesser-known, unique experiences that remain largely unexplored. From ancient cultural practices to stunning landscapes that escape the typical tourist radar, Uganda offers a diverse range of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. The Mystical Rock Art of Nyero Tucked away in the eastern […]

August 19, 2024

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Lesotho: LTDC Collects M4 Million From Tourism Levies

[ad_1] The Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation (LTDC) has collected M4 million in levies since the introduction of the Tourism Levy Regulations, 2021, about 18 months ago. The funds have been used to spruce up the LTDC's corporate image and capacitate the Lesotho Council on Tourism (LCT), which supports tourism companies, among other things. Additionally, the funds have been used to cater for the LTDC's participation in the annual Africa Travel Indaba for two consecutive years. The tourism levy is a […]

August 16, 2024

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