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Kenya Bids to Host 2029 World Athletics Championships in Historic African First

Kenya has officially submitted its bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships in Nairobi, seeking to make history as the first African city to stage the sport’s flagship global…

Africa News Now August 12, 2026

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Cameroon, Malawi stun giants Nigeria and Ghana to reach WAFCON semifinals

Cameroon and Malawi produced major upsets at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, eliminating defending champions Nigeria and Ghana respectively to reach the semifinals and secure qualification…

Africa News Now August 10, 2026

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Antoine Semenyo Embraces Enzo Maresca’s Attacking Philosophy After Manchester City Debut

Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo says he is relishing life under new head coach Enzo Maresca, describing the Italian's attacking approach as "music to my ears" after an encouraging first…

Africa News Now August 3, 2026

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Former Kenyan NFL Player Daniel Adongo Deported by U.S. After Visa Overstay and Criminal Convictions

Former Kenyan NFL player Daniel Adongo has been deported from the United States after overstaying his visa and accumulating multiple criminal convictions, according to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement…

Africa News Now July 27, 2026

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Real Madrid Reach Agreement to Sign Ivorian Winger Yan Diomandé from RB Leipzig

Real Madrid have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Ivorian winger Yan Diomandé from RB Leipzig in one of the biggest transfer deals of the summer, beating strong interest from…

Africa News Now July 27, 2026

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Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Submit Joint Bid to Host 2032 AFCON

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have officially launched a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking the first major sporting initiative by the three countries…

Africa News Now July 22, 2026

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Lesotho’s Afriski Resort Brings Winter Sports to Southern Africa

High in the Maluti Mountains of Lesotho, the Afriski Mountain Resort is attracting thousands of visitors each winter, offering one of Africa's most unique tourism experiences as the only ski…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026

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Morocco Begins Preparations to Co-Host 2030 FIFA World Cup

Morocco is accelerating investments in tourism and infrastructure as it prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, with plans to add 60,000 hotel beds before…

Africa News Now July 21, 2026

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Senegal FA Reveals Pay Dispute Led to Pape Thiaw’s World Cup Exit

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has revealed that a breakdown in trust between head coach Pape Thiaw and the federation, triggered by a contract and salary dispute, contributed to his…

Africa News Now July 14, 2026

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Senegal Dismisses Head Coach Pape Thiaw Following 2026 FIFA World Cup Exit

The Senegalese Football Federation has dismissed national team head coach Pape Thiaw following Senegal's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying the decision was taken "in the best interests…

Africa News Now July 13, 2026

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Carlos Queiroz Resigns as Ghana Coach After Black Stars’ World Cup Exit

Carlos Queiroz has resigned as head coach of Ghana national football team following the Black Stars' elimination from the FIFA World Cup, ending his brief tenure after the team's 1-0…

Africa News Now July 6, 2026