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Women’s World Cup: Nigeria hooks Canada, heroic Nnadozie

Canada, the reigning Olympic champion, was trapped by Nigeria (0-0) when it entered the Women’s World Cup on Friday in Melbourne. The Nigerian goalkeeper of Paris FC, Chiamaka Nnadozie, stopped a penalty from Christine Sinclair (50th). Australia, which beat Ireland (1-0) on Thursday, takes control, alone, of Group B. Chiamaka Nnadozie saved Christine Sinclair’s shot after the Canadian was awarded… Read More
Africa 

DRC: Final touches a few days to the Francophone Games

In the Democratic Republic of Congo’s capital, Masano the leopard and mascot of the 9th edition of the La Francophonie Games greets the visitor. Workers were racing to finish sports facilities ahead of Games starting on July 28th. On July 20, a delegation led by Congolese Ministers of Sport, Foreign Affairs, Communication gave a tour of the Kinshasa site to… Read More
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Nigerian Afro-fusion Singer Adekunle Gold Slams Brymo Over Disrespectful Tweet about Wife Simi

Nigerian Afro-fusion singer, songwriter, and performer Adekunle Kosoko, popularly known as Adekunle Gold, has publicly criticized sonic artist Brymo over a disrespectful tweet he made concerning his wife, Simi. The tweet, which many considered to be unnecessary and disrespectful, involved Brymo admitting that he made a request to become intimate with Simi after she approached him for a collaboration. In… Read More
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Davido’s Signee, Logos Oloro’s Under Fire Over ‘Offensive’ Music Video

Davido Music Worldwide (DMW) signee, Logos Olori has come under fire for an act perceived by Muslim faithful as “offensive and disrespectful” to their religion. The new DMW 2.0 artist released his debut single ‘Jaye Lo’ under the label on Friday, July 21, 2023. Following the release, DMW boss, Davido took to Twitter to share a short clip of the… Read More
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Russia offers reassurance over threatened African grain supplies

Russia has insisted it understands the concerns African nations have following Moscow’s decision to leave the Ukrainian grain deal which ensures countries in need get deliveries. But Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Sergei Vershinin, told journalists those countries would not lose out. “We will be ready to reimburse the countries in most need with the approximate amount of grain that passed last… Read More
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Four Indian medicines responsible for 70 child deaths in Gambia

Four types of medicine, made in India, caused the deaths of at least 70 children in Gambia last year, according to a presidential commission of inquiry. According to the World Health Organisation the syrups contained “unacceptable” quantities of diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol; commonly used as antifreeze. The chemicals can be fatal and led to acute kidney failure in dozens… Read More
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‘Calm Down’ Is Now The Most Streamed Afrobeats Song In US

30 May Wizkid, Rema, and Fireboy graced the stage in Miami, delivering an unforgettable performance during day two of the Afro Nation festival. The festival, held on Sunday, May 29, 2023, showcased the biggest names in afro beats, captivating fans and music enthusiasts in attendance. As the headliner for the day, Wizkid, also known as Starboy, mesmerized… 2 Jun Record-breaking… Read More
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Tayler Holder Will Become the Next Country Music Sensation

Tayler Holder Will Become the Next Country Music Sensation – Music Industry Today – EIN Presswire Trusted News Since 1995 A service for music industry professionals · Saturday, July 22, 2023 · 645,844,803 Articles · 3+ Million Readers News Monitoring and Press Release Distribution Tools News Topics Newsletters Press Releases Events & Conferences RSS Feeds Other Services Questions? <!–[if lt… Read More
Africa 

South African World Cup team pledges to play following pay row

South African football players say they are committed to playing in the Women’s World Cup following disputes around player and support staff pay. The team captain Refiloe Jane has assured fans back home they are fully focused on their upcoming tournament matches. She confirmed that all disputes with the South African federation had been settled before the tournament’s start, including… Read More
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Senior South African says US cluster bomb decision will affect Africa

A senior figure in South Africa’s national assembly has condemned the decision by the United States to send cluster bombs to Ukraine. It follows confirmation by the White House that controversial cluster munitions provided by the United States to Ukraine have been deployed on the battlefield against Russian forces. But Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of South Africa, Solomon… Read More
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