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Kim Le Court Becomes First African to Win Tour de France Femmes Stage, Retakes Yellow Jersey

Mauritian cyclist Kim Le Court-Pienaar made history on Wednesday by becoming the first African rider to win a stage at the Tour de France Femmes, crossing the finish line first…

Africa News Now July 31, 2025

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Nigeria Wins Record 10th WAFCON Title

The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat was filled with electric energy as over 45,000 fans packed the stands to witness the final showdown of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup…

Africa News Now July 28, 2025

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Zimbabwe Secures First Rugby World Cup Spot Since 1991 with Thrilling Win Over Namibia

Zimbabwe has qualified for the Rugby World Cup for the first time since 1991, after narrowly defeating Namibia 30–28 in a gripping Rugby Africa Cup final in Kampala on Saturday,…

Africa News Now July 21, 2025

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Chebbak’s Hat-Trick Powers Morocco Past DR Congo at 2024 WAFCON

Morocco’s women’s national team delivered a commanding 4–2 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in their second Group A match at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON),…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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Caster Semenya Wins Partial Victory at European Rights Court Over Testosterone Ban

Two-time Olympic gold medallist Caster Semenya scored a partial legal victory on Thursday at the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), as the court ruled that her right to a…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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South Sudan’s Khaman Maluach Makes NBA History with Top-10 Draft Pick

South Sudanese basketball prodigy Khaman Maluach made history on Wednesday night, becoming the first South Sudan-born player ever selected in the top 10 of the NBA Draft. Picked 10th overall…

Africa News Now June 26, 2025

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Rayan Aït-Nouri Joins Manchester City in $42M Move from Wolves

Algerian international Rayan Aït-Nouri has officially signed with Manchester City in a high-profile transfer from Wolverhampton Wanderers, in a deal reportedly worth $42 million. The 24-year-old left-back has agreed to…

Africa News Now June 10, 2025

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CAF and EU Sign Landmark Football Partnership to Boost Youth Development and Strengthen Africa-Europe Ties

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the European Commission have announced a new strategic partnership to support upcoming African football tournaments and youth development initiatives, marking a significant deepening…

Africa News Now May 19, 2025

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Chad Names New National Stadium After Late President Idriss Déby

Chad has announced that its new 30,000-seat stadium in N'Djamena will be named after the late President Idriss Déby Itno, honoring his role in initiating the project. The decision, made…

Africa News Now May 13, 2025

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Faith Kipyegon to Chase Historic Sub-Four Minute Mile in Paris Exhibition Run

Kenyan athletics superstar Faith Kipyegon has announced her boldest challenge yet: an attempt to become the first woman in history to run a mile in under four minutes. The record-breaking…

Africa News Now April 23, 2025

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Football Behind Bars: How a CAF Coaching Course Is Helping Female Inmates Rebuild Their Lives

After nearly four years behind bars, Marie, an inmate at Freetown’s Female Correctional Centre, has found a lifeline in an unlikely place: football. Thanks to the Football for Reform initiative,…

Africa News Now April 22, 2025