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Egypt: Temple and coffins unearthed at archaeological site

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– – Egypt has announced a major archaeological discovery at the Saqqara necropolis south of Cairo. Archaeologists have unveiled 54 wooden coffins, many of which can be traced back 3000 years to the New Kingdom period. Another major discovery is the funerary temple of Queen Neit near the pyramid of her husband, King Teti of Egypt’s 6th dynasty which dates… Read More
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Education City and Ahmad Bin Ali stadiums to host FIFA Club World Cup 2020™

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Following confirmation that, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and related quarantine measures required by the New Zealand authorities, Auckland City FC will be unable to participate in the FIFA Club World Cup 2020™, FIFA has adapted the competition’s match schedule. The competition format remains unchanged, with the opening match forfeited. The tournament will now be staged at Education City… Read More
Africa Ghana West Africa World 

Ghana probes new variants of Covid-19 as infections surge

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– – Ghana’s President, Nana Akufo-Addo has said that scientists are investigating the presence and extent of spread of new variants of the coronavirus in the country. The new variants of the virus are reportedly responsible for the surge in Covid-19 cases in the country. Ghana has so far confirmed over 56,000 cases of the virus with current active cases… Read More
Africa World 

Here are four of Africa’s longest serving Presidents

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– – Africa over the years has been known for its leaders who refuse to leave power even when it is glaring that they were no longer needed. Some of them hold on to power attributing it to the desire of citizens who still want them to continue to serve. Many of these leaders oversee elections considered by analysts as… Read More
Sports 

Lee: My European experience would be a weapon against Bayern

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Lee Chungyong one of Ulsan Hyundai’s most experienced players The winger starred in Europe and played at two FIFA World Cups Lee: “We can compete with Bayern” Few South Koreans have enjoyed as long a stay in Europe as Lee Chungyong. The 32-year-old spent 11 years between Bolton Wanders, Crystal Palace and Bochum before joining Ulsan Hyundai last year. Lee… Read More
Africa East Africa World 

It is Yoweri Museveni again as he wins presidential poll

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– – Uganda’s Incumbent president Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has been declared winner of this month’s presidential election. Final results announced by the Electoral Commission on Saturday showed that Museveni obtained 58.6 per cent of the votes cast. His main rival Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, came second with 38.4 per cent of the votes. Bobi Wine has alleged widespread… Read More
Sports 

For local glory and global opportunity

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CAF African Nations Championship (FIFA.com) 15 Jan 2021 © Getty Images Sixth edition of the CAF African Nations Championship starts this weekend Tournament reserved for African players competing in continent’s national leagues For some teams, also serves as dress rehearsal before Qatar 2022 qualifiers resume ‘Out of sight, out of mind’ goes the old adage. And for African football fans,… Read More
Sports 

Auckland City FC withdraw from FIFA Club World Cup™

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FIFA has today been informed by Auckland City FC that, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and related quarantine measures required by the New Zealand authorities, the club will be unable to participate in the FIFA Club World Cup 2020™.  Despite FIFA’s regular exchanges with the club, New Zealand Football and the OFC in recent days, the requirements of the… Read More
Africa East Africa World 

Uganda’s President Museveni takes early lead in vote count

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– – Uganda’s Incumbent president Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has taken an early lead in the presidential election as votes continue to be collated. Provisional results announced by the Electoral Commission showed that Mr. Museveni, 76, obtained over 1.5 million votes representing 65.02 percent. His closest rival, the musician-turned politician, Bobi Wine was in second position with over 647,146 votes representing… Read More
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Uganda: Vote counting underway in crucial general elections

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– – Counting of ballots is underway in Uganda following general elections characterized by delays and faulty biometric verification machines at some polling stations. There is heightened security as citizens await the outcome of the election, with results expected by Saturday. The chairman of Uganda’s electoral commission, Simon Mugenyi Byabakama, has said the presidential and parliamentary elections were a success.… Read More
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