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The Goffertstadion is set to host a high-stakes UEFA Champions League return clash as NEC Nijmegen welcomes Olympiakos Piraeus for a decisive second leg in the 2026 third qualifying round. After a tightly contested 0-0 draw in Athens, the Dutch side now faces a do-or-die scenario where every pass, tackle, and shot could mean the […]
Morocco stuns South Africa to reach CAN Women semi-finals Goals: Ouzraoui (31st), Ait El Haj (52nd penalty) for Morocco // Kgatlana (67th) for South Africa The Moroccan Atlas Lionesses have secured their place in the semi-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over South Africa. This win also marks […]
With Chad’s 66th Independence Day celebration approaching on August 11, 2026, Pahimi Padacké Albert, who leads the National Rally of Chadian Democrats (RNDT-Le Réveil) and stands as a prominent opposition figure, has issued a heartfelt plea for national unity, appeasement, and profound reconciliation. Addressing the Chadian populace on the eve of this significant national holiday, […]
Political tensions escalate as Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Pastef party, intensifies pressure on President Bassirou Diomaye Faye over the timing of Senegal’s upcoming local elections. During a weekend campaign stop in Louga, Sonko addressed a crowd of energized supporters, directly urging the head of state to finalize the electoral calendar. Addressing the gathering, Sonko […]
Algeria shocks Ivory Coast in historic CAN women quarterfinal In a stunning display of skill and determination, Algeria’s women’s football team secured a historic first-ever semifinal berth at the CAN Women with a dramatic 2-1 victory over the Ivory Coast on Saturday. The win not only propels the Algerian squad into the tournament’s final four […]
Star Oil Tchad and Zone Auto join forces to enhance lubricant quality in N’Djamena In a decisive move to strengthen its distribution network for TotalEnergies lubricants in Chad, Star Oil Tchad has formalized a strategic partnership with Zone Auto. This collaboration coincides with the grand opening of a new retail outlet in N’Djamena’s 4th arrondissement, […]
Political Figures Clash Over Election Timing Ousmane Sonko, leader of the Patriots movement, has publicly criticized the delay in issuing an electoral decree, likening it to recent high-profile dismissals. Speaking to a large crowd in the heart of Ndiambour, he emphasized the president’s authority to act swiftly, noting that the same decree power used to […]
An attack on a military vehicle exposes persistent jihadist threats A vehicle carrying Nigerien armed forces personnel fell victim to an improvised explosive device on the Kabaji-Belongam road in the Tillabéri region on the evening of August 7, 2026. The attack, claimed by the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), has reignited […]
The planned visit of Ousmane Sonko to the Koki daara in Louga took an unexpected turn as enthusiastic supporters gathered in large numbers, halting his progress. The leader of Pastef arrived in Louga this Saturday morning, intending to proceed with his visit to the Koki daara. However, the scale of the gathering of talibés and […]
Paris saint-germain held to draw by manchester united ahead of super cup In their second preseason outing, the Parisian side faced Manchester United in Gothenburg. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, just four days before the UEFA Super Cup showdown against Aston Villa. After a tough opening fixture in Mallorca, where they suffered a […]
Historic Fuel Delivery Bolsters Bamako’s Energy Supplies An unprecedented logistics operation concluded this Saturday in Bamako as a convoy of 840 fuel tanker trucks rolled into the capital, delivering critical energy resources to the nation. The massive fleet, escorted by Malian armed forces, marked a significant milestone in the country’s fuel supply stabilization efforts. Military […]
During a high-energy gathering in Louga, northern Senegal, political figure Ousmane Sonko took aim at President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s handling of upcoming local elections. Speaking before a roaring crowd of party members and supporters, Sonko—leader of the ruling coalition Pastef Les Patriotes—highlighted what he views as inconsistent decision-making in governance. The debate centered on the […]