NFF to celebrate Moses Simon for 100 caps with Super Eagles
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has concluded arrangements to honour Super Eagles star forward, Moses Simon, who is set to win his 100th cap for Nigeria at the senior level in today’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match…
NIGER INTRODUCES NEW CASH-MOVEMENT RULES TO FIGHT TERRORISM FINANCING, MONEY LAUNDERING
Niger’s government has introduced new measures to strengthen controls over the movement of large amounts of cash as part of efforts to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism. Under the new rules announced in September 2026, people carrying…
Ghanaian lawmaker collapses while delivering speech
The Member of Parliament for Madina, Francis-Xavier Sosu, collapsed while delivering a speech at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration on Thursday. Sosu was speaking about his personal experiences, leadership and commitment to public service when he suddenly…
Former Super Eagles captain, Troost-Ekong converts to Islam
Former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has converted to Islam after reportedly reciting the Shahadah in Doha, Qatar.The 33-year-old defender, who plays for Qatar Stars League side Al-Ahli, reportedly embraced Islam in Doha, according to Qatari newspaper Al-Arab on Wednesday….
SADIO MANÉ LAUNCHES ₦20MILLION-PLUS AGRO-INDUSTRIAL PROJECT IN HOMETOWN, TARGETS 1,000 JOBS
Senegalese football star Sadio Mané has launched a major agro-industrial project in his hometown of Bambali, in Senegal’s southern Sédhiou region, as he continues to invest in economic development within his community. The project, known as SM10 Agro, involves…
UK removes Nigeria, Ghana from teacher qualification route
The United Kingdom Department for Education has excluded teachers trained in Nigeria, Ghana and India from using the route to apply for Qualified Teacher Status in England. The change took effect on September 9, 2026, according to updated guidance posted…
Morocco’s youth take Gen Z protest demands to the polls
Young candidates hope the election can turn youth frustration into political participation.Nearly a year ago, environmental entrepreneur Hamza El Kharroubi was protesting in the streets. This week, the 28-year-old is campaigning for a seat in parliament. Doing political canvassing in…
Stranded Ghanaian medical graduates in Cuba appeal to Mahama for immediate return
Ghanaian medical graduates stranded in Cuba are appealing to President John Dramani Mahama to intervene to facilitate their immediate return home, saying repeated delays are putting their finances and plans to enter Ghana’s health system under pressure. Raphael Oteng Boakye,…
The women taking over and transforming Ghana’s commercial banks
Women are increasingly occupying influential leadership positions across Ghana’s banking industry, taking on some of the most important roles in major commercial banks and helping shape the direction of the sector. From Access Bank and Ecobank Ghana to Absa Bank…
MOROCCO’S 2026 ELECTION: A TEST OF POLITICAL TRUST AND ENGAGEMENT
Morocco is heading toward parliamentary elections on September 23, 2026, with voters set to choose all 395 members of the House of Representatives. The election is the country’s first general parliamentary vote since 2021 and comes amid renewed attention to…