The ninth edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup concluded with Spain’s historic victory, securing their very first world title. This remarkable achievement propelled Spain to a spectacular surge in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking, published on Friday, August 25, 2023.
Cristiano Ronaldo was one of the few well-known players to join a club from Saudi Arabia for free. After him, Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema turned down another season at Real Madrid to join the Portuguese. Former teammates ended up in different clubs, but in the same country. And most recently, the transfer of Neymar was announced.
The 31-year-old Brazilian striker has signed a two-year, non-renewable contract. As authoritative journalist Fabrizio Romano reports on social networks, Neymar’s salary under a two-year contract will be $ 300 million. Due to bonus payments and commercial deals, the forward’s salary could rise to $400 million in two years.
Following the coup d’état that occurred on July 26th in Niger, the borders between this country and most members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have been closed as part of sanctions. However, this decision is causing outrage among neighboring countries.
In a breathtaking victory, Spain emerged victorious against England with a score of 1-0 on Sunday, August 20, 2023, securing their very first FIFA Women’s World Cup.
The chiefs of staff from of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) concluded a two-day meeting in Accra, Ghana, on the upcoming steps for a potential military intervention in Niger, aimed at “restoring constitutional” ruling, weeks after the coup against President Mohamed Bazoum.
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) held an online session on Thursday to educate journalists about the crucial importance of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). This initiative precedes the launch of its training and fellowship program aimed at 20 journalists from West Africa (Benin, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Gambia, Ghana, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo).
The ADN, (Académie Digitale Numérique) of Golfe 1 Municipality, a project of local elected officials in Grand Lomé, Togo, has been inaugurated. This initiative offers free computer training to the youth of the West African country.
During a heated and prolonged meeting, the Peace and Security Council of the African Union (AU) has officially decided to oppose the use of military force in Niger. This decision, which was supposed to be formalized last week, puts the AU at odds with the Economy Community of West African States (ECOWAS), which has decided to immediately activate its standby forces for a possible military intervention.
Brazilian star Neymar Junior joins Al Hilal, eyes a fresh career phase in Saudi Arabia. The 31-year-old is set to earn over €300 million during his stay. Neymar is excited about the energy and talent in the Saudi Professional League, aiming to create a new chapter.
