Zimbabwe: Ziocha Steps Out of Shell

[ad_1] Dynamos midfielder Emmanuel Ziocha is a man who has always drawn mixed sentiments among the fans but on Saturday he went the extra mile to prove his quality and worth in the Harare giants ranks. The stage was Rufaro and the occasion was a Castle Lager Premier Soccer League city derby clash against Dynamos' bogey side Herentals from which Lloyd Chigowe's men emerged 2-1 winners. This means that Chigowe remains unbeaten in the Premiership since being elevated into interim […]

October 3, 2024 1

Africa

Africa: VOA Exclusive – Africom Chief On Threats, Way Forward for Us Military in Africa

[ad_1] Pentagon — U.S. Africa Command chief Gen. Michael Langley is starting to reshape the U.S. military presence on the continent following the U.S. military withdrawal from Niger. Uncertainty about the next phase of the counter-terror fight in West Africa stems from America's lost access to two critical counter-terror bases in Niger. In the east, international participants and troop numbers for the new African Union Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have yet to be finalized less than three months before the […]

October 3, 2024 2

Entertainment

Uganda: Ithuba Uganda Wins Big At African Marketing Confederation Awards 2024

[ad_1] Kampala — ITHUBA Uganda, the official operator of the Uganda National Lottery, has won three prestigious awards at the African Marketing Confederation Awards 2024 held in Mombasa, Kenya at the weekend. The company's innovative "Billionz Zizino" thematic campaign was recognized for its creativity and effectiveness, reinforcing ITHUBA Uganda's commitment to engaging with its audience. The awards celebrated the top marketing teams and brands from across Africa. Michelle Van Trotsenburg, Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at ITHUBA Uganda, expressed […]

October 2, 2024 2

Entertainment

Nigeria: NNS Delta Donates Slashers, Generating Set, Books, Others to Schools in Delta LG

[ad_1] Warri — The Nigerian Navy Ship Delta (NNS Delta) has donated several items including slasher machines for cutting grass to three selected primary schools in Warri in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State. The items donated to the beneficiary schools were submersible pumping machines, overhead tanks, generating set, overhead tanks, desks, white boards and markers, exercise books for pupils and jotters for teachers. The beneficiaries were Nana Primary School, Ikengbuwa Primary School and Ogiame Primary School, all […]

October 2, 2024 1

Entertainment

Nigeria: Rosie Young Unveils First Bridal Collection

[ad_1] Rosie Young, the rising Nigerian women's fashion brand renowned for its elegant bespoke and ready-to-wear designs, has announced the launch of its debut bridal line, The Yadah Bridal Collection. According to the company, rooted in gratitude and spiritual inspiration, this collection embodies the essence of love, faith, and the deeply personal journey each bride embarks on. It explained that the collection's name, Yadah, comes from the Hebrew word for "giving thanks" and is a heartfelt expression of gratitude from […]

October 2, 2024 2

News

Kenya: President Ruto Defends Planned JKIA Lease to Adani Group to Boost Tourism

[ad_1] Nairobi Kenya — President William Ruto has defended plans to lease Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to Indian company Adani Group for renovations and expansion, aiming to enhance Kenya's capacity to attract 5 million tourists by 2027. Speaking at the Magical Kenya Travel Expo 2024 at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Ruto emphasized Kenya's position as a premier tourist destination, making the proposed airport revamp a top priority. "We want to have five million tourists, and that's why we need […]

October 2, 2024

Entertainment

Nigeria: Wizkid Reignites Feud With Davido, Calls His Music ‘Trash’

[ad_1] Nigerian music sensation Ayodeji Balogun popularly known as Wizkid has thrown a swipe at fellow singer David Adeleke, popularly called Davido, sparking a fresh war of words on social media. Drama unfolded on social media after Davido teased a snippet of his first single for 2024 on Tuesday. LEADERSHIP gathered that Wizkid had also planned to release the first track of his highly anticipated "Morayo" album on the same day. Davido's associate, Kayode Yajaur, popularly known as Black Tycoone, […]

October 2, 2024 2

News

Nigeria: Olowookere Lists Captain Afolabi,20 Others for U-17 Women’s World Cup

[ad_1] Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has listed Captain Taiwo Afolabi and forwards Harmony Chidi and Peace Effiong in his 21-woman Flamingos' roster for this year's FIFA U17 Women's World Cup finals in the Dominican Republic. The clinical Chidi scored 13 of the team's record-setting 25 goals in the qualifying series, as the bronze medallists from the last edition of the championship in India barnstormed their way past Central African Republic, Burkina Faso and Liberia in the continental campaign. Petite midfielder […]

October 2, 2024 1

News

Nigeria: NOC Plans Improve Communication, Operational Strategies

[ad_1] To improve communication and the impact of its programmes, the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has resolved to hold more of its International Olympic Committee (IOC)- sponsored Solidarity Training courses and workshops outside the traditional hubs of Abuja and Lagos. The Olympic body resolved this during its first Executive Committee meeting since the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, and the NOC acknowledged that the feedback from the field had shown a more significant misunderstanding of its role. According to a statement […]

October 2, 2024 1

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