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Rwanda/Mali: Amavubi Players Upbeat Ahead of Bamako Showdown

Rwanda's Amavubi have travelled to Bamako in high spirits, hoping to secure a positive result against Mali that would strengthen their chances of...

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South Africa: SA Youngsters Match Best-Ever Youth Olympics Medal Haul

After eight years, the Youth Olympics are back and taking place on African soil for the first time. South Africa have matched their...

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Kenya: Mimi Mars and D Voice Join Forces On Relatable New Afro-Pop Single ‘Yeye’

Tanzanian singer-songwriter Mimi Mars has officially teamed up with WCB Wasafi powerhouse D Voice for their highly anticipated new single, "Yeye." The Afro-pop...

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Africa: CAF Awards 2026 to Take Place On Wednesday Night, 2 December 2026 in Lagos

The new date, 2 December 2026, brings forward one of the most prestigious events on the African sporting calendar, as the continent's finest players,...

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Uganda: Uganda Courts UK, Irish Buyers to Smell, Taste and Invest Into Its Rich Coffee Potential

Uganda is courting coffee buyers, roasters, importers and investors from the United Kingdom and Ireland to tap into its expanding coffee industry, offering...

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Uganda: Government Distributes 19,833 Hand Hoes to Households in Karenga to Boost Agriculture

The government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), has distributed 19,833 hand hoes to households in Karenga...

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Uganda: When House Music Found Its Way Home

The evolution of house music in Kampala, from the early sounds that defined the city's dance floors to the global rise of Amapiano,...

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Uganda: PS Pius Bigirimana Sent Into Retirement in Major Shake-Up

President Museveni has retired Pius Bigirimana, the Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Judiciary, in a major shake-up of senior civil service leadership...

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Uganda: Bugerere United Edge Nantabuulirirwa FC to Strengthen Big League Promotion Bid

Bugerere United have strengthened their bid for promotion to the Big League after securing a narrow 1-0 victory over Nantabuulirirwa FC in a...

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Uganda: Wakaliwood Star of ‘Who Killed Captain Alex?’ Dies

William Kakule, the Ugandan actor who rose to international fame for portraying the title character in the cult action film Who Killed Captain...

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Senegal/Nigeria: Oshodi Hails Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games Organisation

President of ITTF Africa, Wahid Oshodi, has praised the organisation and preparations for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, describing the event as...

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Senegal/Nigeria: Oshodi Hails Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games Organisation

President of ITTF Africa, Wahid Oshodi, has praised the organisation and preparations for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, describing the event as...

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Nigeria: First Bank/Samuel Okwaraji Cup – Ondo, Ogun, Imo, Abia, Others Qualify for National Finals

The zonal qualifiers for the inaugural Sam Okwaraji Championship, sponsored by FirstBank Plc, have ended, with 12 schools securing tickets to the national...

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Nigeria: TotalEnergies/NNPCL Step Up Drive to Discover Football Talents At OML 58 Tournament

Port Harcourt -- TotalEnergies, Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Joint Venture has reaffirmed it's commitment to youth football development, promising to create...

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Nigeria: Golf – ‘CIO Championship Is Crucial for Top African Players’

Ugandan professional Ronald Rugumayo has described the CIO Golf Championship as a defining event for Safari Tour players, citing its ₦100 million purse...

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Congo-Kinshasa/Nigeria: Chelle Lists Atata, Daga, in 23-Man Squad LA 2028 Qualifying Clash With DR Congo

Head Coach Èric Chelle has included goalkeeper Michael Atata, midfielder Daniel Daga and exciting junior international Abdulmuiz Adeleke in his list of 23...

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West Africa: Korea’s $1.1bn Trade With Nigeria Exposes Untapped Industrial Partnership, Ambassador Warns

Abuja -- - Seeks resolution of 20-year-old tax treaty as Seoul pushes manufacturing, tech transfer, local...

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Nigeria: Nigeria’s Active Telecom Lines Hit 200m As 5G Share Crosses 5%

...As Internet data usage falls to 1.73 terabytes in...

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Nigeria: Nigerian Government Urges Africa to Turn Resource Wealth Into Economic Prosperity

"Resources confer potential. It is the capacity to process, transform, innovate, and negotiate that converts potential into prosperity," said Mr...

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Nigeria: Nwankwo, Bright Sprint to Double Gold in Youth Olympic Games

Nigeria's teenage sprinters, Rosemary Nwankwo and Gift Bright, yesterday emerged fastest male and female athletes of the ongoing 2026 Youth Olympic Games in...

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Nigeria: Tinubu’s $500m Loan a Debt Trap for My Incoming Administration – Atiku

Former Vice-President and Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the Tinubu administration's pursuit of a proposed $500...

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Kenya: Motorists Association Vows Sanctions Against Reckless Drivers in Fresh Bid to Curb Carnage

Nairobi -- The Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) has warned of firm sanctions, restrictions and possible bans against reckless road users after unveiling...

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Tanzania: Govt Prioritises Repairs to Key Economic Roads

Shinyanga -- THE government has prioritised the rehabilitation of deteriorating economic roads, warning that their poor condition threatens more than 40tri/- invested in...

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Kenya: Government Seeks Stronger Cybersecurity Coordination As Digital Threats Rise

Nairobi -- Kenya is calling for stronger coordination among government institutions and private sector players to tackle rising cyber threats as the country's...

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Malawi: Roads Authority Digs in Over K587bn Road Contracts After HRDC Challenge

The Roads Authority has mounted a robust defence of its decision to award K587.12 billion in contracts for the rehabilitation of the Chiweta-Karonga...

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Zimbabwe: Miss Universe Zimbabwe Roseanna Hall Stranded in South Africa Due to Visa Delay Ahead of Global Beauty Finale

MISS Universe Zimbabwe, Roseanna Hall, is stranded in neighbouring South Africa after a delay in the issuance of her visa to travel for...

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Zimbabwe: Miss Universe Zimbabwe Roseanna Hall Stranded in South Africa Due to Visa Delay Ahead of Global Beauty Finale

MISS Universe Zimbabwe, Roseanna Hall, is stranded in neighbouring South Africa after a delay in the issuance of her visa to travel for...

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Zimbabwe: Government to Deploy Weighbridges in Mining Areas to Curb Truck Overloading

The government is set to deploy mobile weighbridges in mining areas to curb the overloading of trucks, which is causing significant damage to...

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Kenya: Ruto Launches Sh1.3bn Bonchari Road, Unveils Sh22bn Roads Plan

Nairobi -- President William Ruto has launched a Sh1.3 billion road project in Bonchari Constituency and announced a Sh22 billion allocation for road...

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Zimbabwe: Parliament Applauds ZINARA

Parliament has applauds the Zimbabwe National Roads Administration (ZINARA) for the road works being done especially on the major highways across the...

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