Tag Archives: africa

Trade, aid, security: What does Trump’s win mean for Africa?

As it became clear that Donald Trump had landed the US presidency for the second time, leaders from across Africa began tweeting their congratulations. “Zimbabwe stands ready to work with you”, wrote Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, eyeing a diplomatic reset, while Nigeria’s Bola Tinubu expressed hope that Trump’s second term …

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Why Abedi Ayew was called ‘Africa Maradona’ despite Pele tag – Popular historian reveals

Popular Ghanaian historian, Yaw Anokye Frimpong, has revealed why Ghanaian football icon Abedi Ayew Pele also had the nickname ‘Africa Maradona’. During his prime, Abedi earned numerous nicknames for his distinct and effective football skills, including dribbling, scoring and passing. One of the few people who had the chance to …

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2023 Africa Cup of Nations: I want to make history with Nigeria by winning the title – Jose Peseiro

The head coach of the Nigerian national team, Jose Peseiro, is poised to clinch victory in the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 on his first attempt, as his team gears up to face Cote d’Ivoire in the final showdown on Sunday, February 11, at the Alassane …

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AFCON 2023: South Africa wins third place after beating DR Congo on penalties

In a dramatic showdown at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), South Africa clinched third place after a penalty shootout victory against DR Congo. The match ended in a stalemate, leading to a tense shootout where South Africa emerged triumphant, converting six penalties to DR Congo’s five. The Bafana …

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Nigerian politician dies while watching Nigeria-South Africa semi-finals clash

A report by Nigerian news outlet, Punch indicates that the former member of the House of Representatives shouted, slumped, and died in the process when South Africa scored from the penalty spot to level the game. The Publicity Secretary of Agbor Community Union Mr Augustine Ekamagule, in an interview with …

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Egypt sacks head coach Rui Vitoria after dismal 2023 Africa Cup of Nations campaign

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has announced the sacking of head coach, Rui Vitoria, in the aftermath of the national team’s exit from the 2023 African Cup of Nations. The decision, finalized during a board of directors meeting on Sunday, signifies the end of Vitoria’s tenure, prompted by the team’s …

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Stonebwoy to headline All Africa Festival in Abu Dhabi on Feb 2

International Afropop, Dancehall & Reggae artist Stonebwoy has been confirmed for the All Africa Festival (AAF) on February 2, 2024, at Etihad Park, Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The gig, returning for its 3rd edition, is acclaimed as the UAE’s largest celebration of Africa’s rich and diverse cultures in all …

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My vision is to help make Ghana the centre of excellence for medical care in West Africa by 2030 – Akufo-Addo

President Akufo-Addo has disclosed that he envisions making the country the centre of excellence for medical care in West Africa by 2030. He, however, said the vision is beyond the construction of more hospitals under the government’s Agenda 111 Project. “My vision is to help make Ghana the centre of …

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Ghana, Rwanda tops health insurance coverage in Africa

Professor Edwine Barasa, Deputy Executive Director, KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Program has mentioned Rwanda, Ghana, Gabon and Burundi as the only four African countries with over 20 per cent coverage levels with any type of health insurance even though the overall health insurance coverage in Africa is low. “Only four countries …

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LIVESTREAMING: E.T Mensah’s body arrives home from South Africa

The mortal remains of former Ningo Prampram Member of Parliament, Enoch Teye Mensah, has arrived in Ghana today from South Africa where he died. His death in the southern African country was confirmed on October 2, 2023 by family members. He was in South Africa for health reasons when he …

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