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Francis Ngannou to Return to MMA in Los Angeles Bout Against Philipe Lins

Cameroonian mixed martial arts star Francis Ngannou is set to return to the cage on 16 May in Los Angeles, where he will face Brazilian heavyweight Philipe Lins in a…

Africa News Now March 10, 2026

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Sierra Leone Frees Female Inmates Through Football for Reform Initiative

Several female inmates in Sierra Leone have been released from prison following a rehabilitation program aimed at supporting vulnerable women in detention. Among those freed is Sento, a mother of…

Africa News Now March 9, 2026

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CAF Postpones 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Weeks Before Kick-Off

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations just 12 days before the tournament was scheduled to begin in Morocco, citing “unforeseen circumstances.”…

Africa News Now March 5, 2026

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Moritz Kretschy Clinches 2026 Tour du Rwanda as Mulubrhan Wins Final Stage

The Tour du Rwanda concluded on Sunday with Germany’s Moritz Kretschy securing overall victory after eight demanding stages across Rwanda. Kretschy topped the general classification after completing 997.8 kilometres in…

Africa News Now March 2, 2026

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Dambe Boxing Takes Center Stage in Argungu

Traditional Dambe boxers exchanged fierce blows on Thursday as cheering spectators gathered in north-western Nigeria, where the centuries old combat sport featured prominently at the Argungu International Fishing and Cultural…

Africa News Now February 13, 2026

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Algeria Celebrates World Cup Return as FIFA Trophy Visits Algiers

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on Sunday received a FIFA delegation led by German football legend Jürgen Klinsmann as part of the promotional tour for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The…

Africa News Now February 9, 2026

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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