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Durban FilmMart Industry Programme is Live
Business Ghana
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The Durban FilmMart (DFM) is pleased to announce that its industry programme is now live! Taking place from 18-21 July 2025 at the Elangeni Hotel (Durban), the programme presents a curated series of panel discussions, masterclasses and networking...
Middle East, South Asia tonnages recover slowly after Eid, says report
Gulf Industry Magazine
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Air cargo traffic to and from the Middle East & South Asia (MESA) has fallen sharply in the last two weeks due to the effects of Eid Al Adha holidays and the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, which has slowed some of the post-Eid...
Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic heads to Sunderland in £25m deal
Yahoo Sports - United Kingdom
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Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic is closing in on a move to Sunderland. Petrovic asked to left out of Chelsea’s Club World Cup squad to focus on securing his future, with the Serbia international looking for a No1 slot away from Stamford...
Tanzania ready for CHAN 2024 kickoff as teams set to arrive
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. Preparations for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) are progressing smoothly, with teams scheduled to arrive in Tanzania seven days before kickoff. The matches will be hosted at two major venues: the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium...
WAFCON 2024 FINALS SPECIAL
The Standard Gambia
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July 2, 2025
- Advertisement - The 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) is drawing ever closer, with Morocco staging the finals for the second time in a row. After being pushed back a year because of scheduling issues, the tournament kicks off on...
We are our own party poopers
NewsDay Zimbabwe
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FIFTY-THREE African countries are now eligible to export to China duty-free, with Beijing’s expanded zero-tariff policy being heralded as a milestone in South-South co-operation. FIFTY-THREE African countries are now eligible to export to China...
Is Trump planning an ‘Africa visa ban’?
Al Jazeera
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June 20, 2025
United States President Donald Trump could significantly expand his travel ban list in the next few weeks to include 36 more countries, 26 of which are in Africa, US media reports say, citing internal government documents. With 10 countries...
Seasoned African journalists experience QNET’s flagship V-Malaysia 2025 Convention in Penang
Joy FM
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July 1, 2025
Global wellness and lifestyle company QNET has successfully organized V-Malaysia 2025, its signature convention, at the Penang SPICE Convention Centre. Held from 21–25 June, the event drew over 8,000 international attendees from more than 30...
Francisco cycled 20,000 kilometers from Lisbon to Maputo, stopping in Angola
Ver Angola
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"I wanted to go on a long trip, a trip where I wanted to understand what it's like to be so far from home for so long, I wanted it to be by bike," Francisco França told Lusa in Maputo, his destination for this adventure that is a mix of "madness...
Sunderland to benefit from Habib Diarra transfer patience as Bellingham plan pays off
The Northern Echo
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Had Sunderland failed to win promotion, Bellingham would undoubtedly have been away. That was certain. But it became clear as the end of the season approached that the highly-rated midfielder was also likely to depart even if the Black Cats went...
The countries where people are most at risk of rabies and what you need to know
The i paper
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June 19, 2025
A British woman has died from the virus after being scratched by a dog in Morocco. Here are the high-risk countries, how to avoid exposure and what to know about vaccines Travellers may be more concerned about the risk of rabies exposure following...
EditorialConfusion over damage to Iran's nuclear sites bodes ill for talks
The National News
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On June 22, the US sent seven stealth bombers, backed by fighter jets and submarines firing cruise missiles, to target three Iranian nuclear facilities. The operation came off the back of a wave of Israeli strikes on Tehran and other Iranian...
Valor Hospitality Partners announces two significant deals in West Africa, estimated value of R540
Breaking Travel News
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June 19, 2025
Valor Hospitality Partners, a global leader in full-service hospitality solutions, today announced the signing of two new hotel management contracts in Nigeria and Senegal representing an investment in excess of approximately R540 million in West...
Full List: Ecuador ends visa-free transit for Nigeria, Ghana, 43 others
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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June 21, 2025
Ecuador has announced the immediate cancellation of visa-free airport transit privileges for citizens of 45 countries. Under the new directive, travellers from these countries must now obtain a Visa de Transeúnte (Transit Visa) before passing...
What’s next after Greenland? United has big off-the-beaten-path plans for 2026 and beyond
The Points Guy
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June 20, 2025
Think Greenland was an unexpected route for United Airlines? There's likely more where that came from. The Chicago-based carrier has been on quite the run when it comes to alluring new destinations. This spring brought inaugural flights to the...
Afreximbank: Nigeria, other West African countries spend $3 billion annually to import meat
Nairametrics
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July 1, 2025
Nigeria and other West African countries collectively spend over $3 billion annually importing meat, often from distant suppliers such as Australia, despite the region’s abundant livestock resources. The revelation has reignited calls for stronger...
CITES Proposals Aim To Stop Shark Extinction Spiral
Forbes
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A view of oceanic whitetip reef shark, who faces danger of extinction due to climate change and ... More human pollution.Anadolu via Getty Images Over 70 species of sharks and rays may soon receive their strongest lifeline yet. One June 30, 2025,...
Utter madness as $8bn football giant toppled
The Geelong Advertiser
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July 1, 2025
Manchester City have crashed out of the FIFA Club World Cup with an unbelievable 4-3 extra time defeat to Saudi Arabian side Al Hilal in their Round of 16 match. After Brazilian outfit Fluminense stunned Inter Milan earlier in the day, Al Hilal...
Sustaining Africa’s economic resilience hinges on intra-trade, local investments, new partnerships – Kale, MD/Group Chief Economist, Afreximbank
Business Day
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July 2, 2025
A key takeaway from Afreximbank’s 2025 Annual Meetings, held Last week in Abuja, is the growing recognition of Africa’s resilience amid global shocks. However, Yemi Kale, Afreximbank’s Managing Director (Research & International Cooperation) and...
Venues gear up for Asian Youth Games
Gulf Daily News Online
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BAHRAIN continues to step up its nation-wide preparations for the highly anticipated third Asian Youth Games, set to be hosted by the kingdom from October 22 to 31. The mega multi-sport event will be held under the royal patronage of His Majesty...