The recent decision by Ghana’s parliament to approve a contentious bill aimed at curtailing LGBTQ rights has drawn condemnation from human rights activists and the United States. Sponsored by a coalition of religious and traditional leaders, the legislation received widespread support among lawmakers and was passed on Wednesday.
Rigobert Song is no longer the head coach of the Cameroon national team. The news was confirmed yesterday by Samuel Eto’o, the president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (Fecafoot).
On February 27, 2024, Senegal’s national dialogue reached an important moment as leaders deliberated on critical decisions regarding Karim Wade’s candidacy and the timing of the upcoming presidential elections.
Namibian President Hage Geingob, a towering figure in African politics, was laid to rest in a solemn ceremony at the nation’s revered Heroes’ Acre cemetery. The funeral, graced on Sunday by dignitaries from across the globe, including African leaders, the German president, and Princess Anne, marked the end of an era for Namibia.
The New World TV group of television networks announced on Wednesday the acquisition of broadcasting rights for the UEFA Champions League, as well as several other UEFA competitions for the period 2024-2027.
In a move to tackle food insecurity and strengthen bonds with Africa, Russian Minister of Agriculture Dmitry Patrushev announced on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024, the delivery of 200,000 tons of grains to six African countries as part of a humanitarian aid initiative.
Logidoo, a rising star in the African logistics and e-commerce sector, has proudly announced a significant boost in its seed funding, securing $1,550,000. This investment, led by a consortium of venture capitalists as Maroc Numeric Fund II (Morocco), 216 Capital (Tunisia), Gullit VC (Mauritius), Founders Factory Africa (Nigeria), Sunny Side Venture Partners (Egypt/Japan) and Kalys Ventures (Morocco), underscores Logidoo’s unique position in transforming the logistics landscape across Africa.
Brazil’s acclaimed forward, Neymar Junior, is on the brink of returning to the football pitch after enduring a left knee injury since last October. Brazil’s spokesperson, Rodrigo Pavia, announced that the striker of Al-Hilal is set to make his comeback in September.
As the recipient of the prestigious African Player of the Year award in 2008, Adebayor has left an indelible mark on the football landscape of Togo. His tenure as a player witnessed remarkable milestones, including guiding the West African nation to its historic qualification for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. This achievement stands as a testament to Adebayor’s pivotal role in shaping Togo’s football narrative. Notably, the former Arsenal star, who announced his retirement last year, leaves behind a legacy of unparalleled dedication and achievement in the sport.
In the latest FIFA rankings unveiled on Thursday, February 15, 2024, the Ghana Black Stars experienced a significant decline following a disappointing performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire, which concluded triumphantly with the host country’s victory last Sunday.
