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China Uses Think Tank Diplomacy to Shape Africa Policy to Its Advantage
Africa Defense Forum
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August 19, 2025
China has an extensive record of attempting to gain power and influence in Africa. Its media strategies seek to position it positively in the minds of nations and their people. It trains African military and police forces in the image of its own...
ECOWAS to raise 260,000 counter-terrorism brigades
Daily Trust
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August 26, 2025
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says plans are underway by the regional bloc to activate a 260,000-member counter-terrorism brigade. President of ECOWAS, Omar Alieu Touray, stated this at the 2025 African Chiefs of Defence...
African brutalism explored: from bold experimentation to uncertain future
Wallpaper*
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August 25, 2025
Brutalism, arguably the easiest architectural language with which to have a love-hate relationship, holds a particularly complex legacy across Africa – welcome to our guide to the continent’s brutalist architecture. African brutalism: the origins...
Better data strengthens food supplies in West Africa
Zawya
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While West African farms produce abundant food, many people in the region still face hunger. A new initiative is equipping policymakers with better data tools to improve trade and ensure that food reaches those who need it. The International Trade...
Nigeria’s Ocheme closes in on pioneer PFL Africa crown
The Sun Nigeria
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August 26, 2025
By Emma Jemegah Nigeria’s Featherweight star, Patrick ‘Starboi’ Ocheme will headline Professional Fighters League’s first-ever PFL Africa semifinals as the continent’s elite fighters compete for a spot in the Tournament Finals, that will see the...
PFL Africa makes historic MMA debut in Rwanda
IOL
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PFL Africa will host its inaugural MMA show in Rwanda, delighting local fans. On 18 October, PFL Africa moves one step closer to crowning its first champions when the semi-finals of the 2025 tournament take place at the BK Arena in Kigali. The...
Ocheme closes in on PFL Africa crown
Punch
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August 25, 2025
Nigeria’s Patrick ‘Starboi’ Ocheme is closing in on the pioneer PFL Africa crown after securing his place in the semifinals of the inaugural Professional Fighters League Africa tournament. The featherweight star will headline the semifinals when...
Caribbean Increasingly Looks to Africa.
The St Kitts Nevis Observer
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August 18, 2025
- Advertisement - Across the Caribbean, pride in African heritage is becoming stronger. People are showing it through food, clothing, music, and travel. At the same time, leaders in Africa and the Caribbean are creating new trade and cultural...
African Security: Nigeria Leads from the Front
Daily Trust
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August 25, 2025
In a statement on 21 January 2025 at the end of its 9842nd meeting, the United Nation Security Council (UNSC), through the Deputy Secretary-General, Dr Amina J. Mohammed, reiterated what has since become the new security reality confronting the...
Goals and Highlights for South Africa 2-1 Guinea in African Nations Championship Match
VAVEL
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August 11, 2025
Thanks! And that's all for now! Thank you so much for tuning in to this match here on VAVEL, featuring all the action and excitement from the 2025 African Nations Championship. Stay tuned for the next matches of the competition. Good afternoon,...
Edward Gabkwet
The Cable
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August 25, 2025
In a statement on 21 January 2025 at the end of its 9842nd meeting, the United Nation Security Council (UNSC), through the Deputy Secretary-General, Dr Amina J. Mohammed, reiterated what has since become the new security reality confronting the...
Africa’s populist trap, By Minna Salami
Business Hallmark
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August 25, 2025
In February 2022, just days before Russia invaded Ukraine, Kenya’s ambassador to the United Nations, Martin Kimani, delivered a speech that startled the chamber—and, briefly, the world. “We meet tonight on the brink of a major conflict in...
Mali arrests generals, French national accused in 'destabilisation' plot
Times LIVE
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Mali's military-led government has arrested two generals and a French national, accusing them of participating in an alleged plot to destabilise the West African nation, according to a government statement and state-owned media. Mali has endured...
“This is perfect”: SA impressed by video showcasing Orania’s clean streets
Briefly
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August 25, 2025
A video showcases Orania's pristine infrastructure and well-kept environment, impressing many South Africans The town's clean streets and orderly lifestyle have sparked admiration and surprise among online viewers The video has ignited...
Presidential monologue (70): Tinted glass permit and war against terror
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 24, 2025
I address two governance issues, namely, the Tinted Glass Permit and the war against terrorists. This task is undertaken for your information, enlightenment, and to help burnish the image of your administration if acted upon. First is the tinted...
In High-risk Counter-terrorism Operation, FG Captures Globally-wanted Al-Qaeda Leaders
This Day
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August 17, 2025
*Ribadu attributes success of operation to months of deep surveillance, human intelligence *Says feat signals beginning of end of impunity for terrorist leaders *Information minister hails security forces, urges media not to yield front pages to...
The acoustic guitar’s journey across Africa
Music in Africa
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August 21, 2025
Origins of the acoustic guitar in Africa Popular belief is that Portuguese sailors visiting the port city of Lourenço Marques in Mozambique during the late 19th century introduced the acoustic guitar in Africa. As trade routes first developed...
Sindiso Khumalo opens flagship store in Cape Town, celebrating African creativity
IOL
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August 16, 2025
Cape Town has a new fashion landmark as internationally celebrated designer Sindiso Khumalo opens her first flagship store, marking a major career milestone and a meaningful return to her roots. Khumalo, known for her hand-illustrated prints,...
Kudos to DSS, NSA for Capturing Key Ansaru Leaders, But…
The Will
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August 23, 2025
August 24, (THEWILL) — The recent capture of two senior leaders of the Ansaru terrorist group by Nigerian security forces marks a significant victory in the nation’s long-standing battle against terrorism. Announced on August 16 by the National...
‘Armed bandits’ kill 20 civilians in Niger -Reports
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 16, 2025
Armed men killed 20 civilians travelling on a truck in a western region of Niger where jihadist groups are active, locals said Saturday. The attack occurred Thursday near the town of Komabangou, according to residents and media reports. The truck,...