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Morocco Blends Football and Culture as AFCON Finale Nears with Handicrafts Week

As the Africa Cup of Nations enters its final week, host nation Morocco is marking its annual National Handicrafts Week with a cultural exhibition in the capital, Rabat, linking football…

Africa News Now January 12, 2026

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Manchester City Sign Ghana Forward Antoine Semenyo in £65m Deal

Manchester City have completed the signing of Ghana international Antoine Semenyo from Premier League rivals Bournemouth in a deal reported to be worth around £65 million. Semenyo, a versatile forward…

Africa News Now January 9, 2026

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Egypt and Nigeria Face Off in Final AFCON Warm-Up Friendly

Egypt and Nigeria are set to clash in Cairo on Tuesday in their final friendly match before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which kicks off this Sunday. Egypt’s…

Africa News Now December 16, 2025

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Morocco Face Syria as Arab Cup Quarter-Finals Kick Off in Qatar

Qatar is hosting the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup from 1–18 December, with the tournament now entering the quarter-final stage. Morocco and Syria will clash on Thursday at Khalifa International Stadium…

Africa News Now December 11, 2025

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Kenya Shines in Valencia as Korir and Jepkosgei Deliver Record-Breaking Marathon Wins

Kenya delivered a dominant performance at the 45th Valencia Marathon on Sunday, sweeping both the men's and women’s titles in one of the world’s fastest road races. John Korir powered…

Africa News Now December 8, 2025

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AFCON 2025 Trophy Unveiled in London as Global Tour Begins Ahead of Morocco Tournament

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy was unveiled in London on Thursday, marking the start of its global tour ahead of next month’s highly anticipated tournament in Morocco. The…

Africa News Now November 28, 2025

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Arsenal Ends Controversial ‘Visit Rwanda’ Sponsorship After Six-Year Partnership

Arsenal has confirmed it will end its high-profile sleeve sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda at the close of the current Premier League season, bringing an end to one of football’s…

Africa News Now November 20, 2025

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Achraf Hakimi Becomes First Moroccan Since 1998 to Win African Ballon d’Or

Achraf Hakimi has made football history, becoming the first Moroccan player in 26 years to win the African Ballon d’Or. The last Moroccan to claim the prize was Mustapha Hadji…

Africa News Now November 19, 2025

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South Africa’s “Snowbok” Matt Smith Makes Historic Leap to 2026 Winter Olympics

South African athlete Matt Smith is set to break new ground as the country’s first cross-country skier to compete at the Winter Olympics in more than 10 years, an unlikely…

Africa News Now November 18, 2025

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South Africa Announces Ambitious Bid to Host First African Olympics

South Africa on Thursday formally announced its intention to bid for the 2036 or 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games, aiming to become the first African nation to host the world’s…

Africa News Now November 14, 2025

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Morocco Trains Youth Volunteers Ahead of 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

With just weeks to go before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) kicks off, Morocco is ramping up preparations by training hundreds of young volunteers to help ensure the…

Africa News Now November 13, 2025