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Zambia coach Avram Grant: “Our star is the team — and we’re ready for a tough group”
Zambia arrive in Morocco for the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations with a familiar mix of ambition and realism under Avram Grant. Drawn with hosts Morocco, a powerful Mali and a dangerous Comoros, the 2012 champions know the margins...
 
    
  JNIM attacks on fuel tanker convoys in western Mali underline broader risks to government and social stability
Event On 13–14 September, Al-Qaeda affiliate Jamaat Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) conducted a series of attacks in western Mali targeting convoys of fuel tankers originating from Senegal. The group first attacked fuel tankers under military...
The Boubou Taking Over Women’s Fashion in 2025
The boubou, a flowing, wide-sleeved robe, is one of West Africa’s most iconic garments. Rooted in centuries-old traditions, the boubou holds a revered place in fashion and cultural identity across countries like Senegal, Mali, Nigeria, and Guinea....
 
    
  1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair: 100 artists in London
Since its founding in 2013 by Touria El Glaoui, 1-54 has grown into a leading global platform for African and diasporic art, with annual editions in London, New York, and Marrakech. It has shifted the landscape of art fairs by centring African...
Hawa & Kasse Mady Diabaté Repeat #1 on World Music Charts Europe – October 2025
The album Toumaro by Hawa & Kasse Mady Diabaté continues to dominate the World Music Charts Europe for the month of October 2025. Kassé Mady Diabaté, celebrated Malian jali recorded six albums between 1989 and 2014, with titles such as Fodé,...
 
    
  Tottenham Leading Race to Sign Sporting Midfielder Morten Hjulmand
Tottenham Hotspur are ‘leading the way’ to sign Sporting Lisbon midfielder Morten Hjulmand, Portuguese newspaper Record has claimed (via Sport Witness). The North London side are believed to be among the clubs preparing a bid for the 26-year-old,...
 
    
  Israel kills over 100 Palestinians in overnight bombardment of Gaza; thousands killed in Sudan's El-Fasher
Israel kills over 100 Palestinians, including more than 45 children, in heavy overnight bombardment of Gaza. President Trump defends Israel’s attacks, while saying “Nothing is going to jeopardize” the ceasefire. Israeli forces arrest dozens in...
 
    
  PHOTOs of NURSE JUDY’s househelp that her husband impregnated emerge - Ni Mali Safi
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - Renowned social media influencer, Nurse Judy, left fans in shock last month after making a bombshell confession about her former househelp, Grace, who had a secret affair with her husband for the better part of 2023....
 
    
  Xiaomi launches new Redmi TV X 2026 with Mini LED, up to 288Hz refresh rate, and 1,200-nit peak brightness
The Redmi TV X 2026 is the first in the lineup to boast a Mini LED panel. (Image source: Xiaomi China) The new Redmi TV X 2026 raises the bar for affordable 4K TVs, bringing an 85-inch Mini LED display and high-end features at a budget-friendly...
US, South Korea Finalize Deal on Investments, Lower Tariff Rate
South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung receives US President Donald Trump for a special dinner hosted in Gyeongju on Oct. 29 (Bloomberg) -- US President Donald Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung finalized a trade deal Wednesday, capping...
Tourism Sector Targets Higher GDP Contribution
Ghana Tourism Authority aims to exceed 5.7 percent share Ghana’s tourism sector is intensifying efforts to raise its contribution to national economy beyond 5.7 percent of Gross Domestic Product as the industry rebounds strongly in 2025. The...
 
    
  Louvre robbery: 2 arrested suspects admit to 'partial' involvement as stolen jewels remain missing
The two male suspects who were arrested in connection with the Louvre jewelry heist that occurred earlier this month — and resulted in the theft of French crown jewels worth $102 million, which remain missing — have “partially” admitted their...
 
    
  Odumodublvck Reignites Conversations About Tribalism In Nigeria
In September 2024, DJ YK Mule released his smash single, ‘Oblee,’ featuring Kashcoming, Slimcase, and Qdot. The song maintained steady momentum, peaking at the end of the year when it became the unofficial anthem of Detty December. Later that...
 
    
  With ‘terrifying’ trade in African hornbills, scientists call for increased protection
With an alarming rise in the international trade of African hornbills, wild populations are plummeting. As key seed dispersers, their demise also threatens the survival of the forests they inhabit. According to recent studies, the United States is...
 
    
  Yo-Yo Ma performs with local and Indigenous artists in the Upper Valley
On Saturday, Oct. 18th, the world-famous cellist Yo-Yo Ma sat down on a folding chair in the grass near the banks of the Connecticut River. It was dawn in Hanover, New Hampshire, and mist was rising off the water. He took a deep breath, then began...
 
    
  2025 Is the Year of Horror: 7 Terrifying Horror Films You Need to See
When it comes to horror films, there’s no middle ground. You either thrive on the thrill or can’t bear to look. Yet, despite being one of the oldest and most enduring genres in cinema, horror still doesn’t get the recognition it deserves at major...
 
    
  After failed qualifying campaign: Zambia and former Chelsea manager Grant part ways
Zambia have parted ways with former Chelsea manager Avram Grant after a disappointing 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, the national football association confirmed on Wednesday. The Chipolopolo (Copper Bullets) lost at home to Tanzania, Morocco...
 
    
  Zambia and former Chelsea manager Grant part ways
Audio By Vocalize Zambia have parted ways with former Chelsea manager Avram Grant after a disappointing 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, the national football association confirmed on Wednesday. The Chipolopolo (Copper Bullets) lost at home to...
 
    
  Grant leaves Zambia 50 days before AFCON kickoff
Avram Grant has left his position as Zambia football coach, less than two months before the start of the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco, following the country’s wretched performance in the World Cup qualifying campaign. The Football...
 
    
  Austria and Costa Rica U-17 teams arrive in Doha ahead of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025
The Austrian and Costa Rican U-17 teams arrived at Hamad International Airport yesterday ahead of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025, making Austria the first nation to touch down in Doha for the highly anticipated youth tournament. Austria has...