Africa

Pape Thiaw spoke about the CAN 2025 quarter-final against Mali. And Senegal’s head coach said his side has come to win this West African derby. The CAN 2025 quarter-finals open this Friday, notably with a clash between Senegal and Mali. A West African derby where the winner will claim the ticket to the semi-finals. Impressive […]

Cleared by medical tests, the Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has announced legal action against her ex-husband Ned Nwoko and anyone who spread rumors about her alleged drug use. The Nigerian actress Regina Daniels announced her intention to pursue legal action against her ex-husband, the senator Ned Nwoko, as well as against anyone involved in what […]

Amid a heated controversy surrounding drug-use allegations and a highly publicized breakup with Senator Ned Nwoko, Nigerian actress Regina Daniels announced she had gone to the hospital to undergo a drug test. The Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has finally agreed to submit to a drug screening test, amid the media controversy surrounding her private life. […]

As the quarterfinal against Algeria approaches, former Nigerian captain Mikel Obi urged players and staff to avoid any off-field distractions and to focus solely on the objective of winning the continental crown. The former captain of Nigeria, John Obi Mikel, called on the Super Eagles to stand united and avoid any form of distraction in […]

The CAF has announced the date of the draw for the 2026 Africa Women Cup of Nations, scheduled for January 15 in Rabat, as a prelude to a historic 16-team edition hosted in Morocco. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the date and venue of the draw for the 2026 Africa Women Cup […]

A few hours before their quarter-final against the Fennecs, Nigerian players and staff would have refused to travel to Marrakech, denouncing the non-payment of their bonuses since the start of the tournament. The Super Eagles are going through a turbulent spell on the eve of their AFCON 2025 quarter-final. Players and members of the coaching […]

Before the highly anticipated showdown with Nigeria in the 2025 AFCON quarterfinal, the captain of the Algerian national team, Riyad Mahrez, warned that the Fennecs will have to deliver a performance of the very highest level to stand a chance of reaching the last four. Algeria’s captain, Riyad Mahrez, expects a highly contested quarterfinal against […]

Olivier Verdon also reacted to Benin’s early elimination from the CAN 2025, ousted in the round of 16 after their defeat to Egypt (1-3). The Guépards’ defender highlighted an honorable but frustrating campaign, marked by decisive details and the unwavering support of Benin’s supporters. Eliminated in the round of 16 of the CAN 2025, the […]

With four goals to his name before the quarterfinals, the Moroccan Brahim Díaz leads a dense pack of African stars and has established himself as the standout figure of this 2025 edition. Moroccan star Brahim Díaz currently leads the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 top scorers list. With four goals to his name, the Moroccan […]

In Abomey, in the Zou Department, security forces arrested a young man under twenty, suspected of violently assaulting the manager of a mobile phone service center. The events allegedly occurred when the suspect went into the booth to buy airtime. After the transaction, and at the moment the shopkeeper was giving him change, the young […]

As the dual legislative and municipal elections scheduled for January 11, 2026 approach, the Autonomous National Electoral Commission (CENA) reminds Beninese voters of the documents officially recognized to prove their identity at polling stations. To be able to exercise their right to vote, voters must present a valid, authentic photo ID. Several types of documents […]

During a campaign tour for the legislative and municipal elections, FCBE’s national executive secretary strongly contested the recent revision of the Constitution promulgated in December 2025 by the head of state. At the heart of his criticism: the introduction of a “political truce” period between two electoral cycles.For Paul Hounkpè, this innovation constitutes a break […]

The U.S. authorities have expanded, since January 1, 2026, their restrictive measures against several African countries as part of their immigration policy. Among the newly targeted nations are the Central African Republic, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Namibia and Botswana, according to official information released recently. This decision is part of an update to the rules governing entry […]

Niger has once again been plunged into mourning by an attack attributed to jihadist groups. During the night of January 4–5, 2026, the Torodi prefect, Captain Chaïbou Mali, was assassinated at his home, along with several members of his family. This was a targeted operation, carried out with extreme violence. Located about sixty kilometers southwest […]

The Autonomous National Electoral Commission (CENA) began this Tuesday in Cotonou a training session for agents who will participate in the legislative and municipal elections on January 11, 2026. This preparatory step aims to strengthen the technical and organizational skills of staff responsible for the smooth conduct of the vote.The opening ceremony of the proceedings […]

The space formerly occupied by the headquarters of the National Autonomous Electoral Commission, located opposite the Directorate for the Organization of Army Personnel in Ganhi, is now entirely cleared. On site, the buildings have been demolished, leaving rubble behind—a finding observed on the spot. The CENA had vacated these premises at the end of November […]

Following Tuesday’s round of 16 matches, the fixtures for the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco have officially been decided, with several high-stakes clashes on the schedule. The complete quarter-final schedule for the Africa Cup of Nations, currently being played in Morocco, is now known. The knockout stage delivered its verdict on […]

With a goal by Boulbina in extra time, Algeria defeated the DRC (1-0) this Tuesday in the Round of 16 at CAN 2025. A precious victory for the Fennecs that advance to the quarterfinals. Algeria clinched its quarterfinal berth after a breathless battle against the Democratic Republic of Congo. For a long time the match […]

Facing the press after the Cheetahs were eliminated in the round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Jodel Dossou reacted with lucidity to the criticisms. The Beninese striker spoke of a difficult personal period and reaffirmed his determination to return to his best level. After Benin’s elimination in the round of 16 […]

He was heavily criticized after his altercation with Ademola Lookman against Mozambique, and Victor Osimhen spoke up to own his status, defend the team’s unity, and remind everyone of the standard that drives him in service of Nigeria. Very anticipated after the controversy sparked by his clash with Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen spoke up to […]

The Nigeria striker Akor Adams, who scored against Mozambique in the Round of 16, was allowed to leave the training camp to join his hospitalized mother, casting doubt over his availability for the quarterfinals. The Super Eagles’ forward Akor Adams left the Nigerian camp after the emphatic 4-0 victory over Mozambique on Monday in the […]