Gordons discusses Israel Adesanya’s connection to African power, challenges Nigerian athletes face abroad, and his support for his children’s future athletic pursuits.
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Indian arms sold to European buyers are reportedly ending up in Ukraine, despite concerns raised by Russia, with India maintaining it follows export laws.
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Rwanda has launched a nationwide mpox vaccination campaign targeting high-risk groups, with support from the Africa CDC, to curb the spread of the virus.
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Zimbabwe’s creditors show a willingness to consider a debt-for-climate swap as part of restructuring its $21 billion arrears, pending government commitment to reforms.
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A coordinated attack in Mali targeting military and government sites raises concerns about the country’s security. The government pledges to respond but faces challenges.
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Rebels linked to JNIM stormed key locations in Bamako, marking a rare escalation of insurgent violence within the Malian capital
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Egypt and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken hold talks to strengthen bilateral ties and push for a ceasefire in Gaza amid escalating violence.
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ECOWAS and the Ministry of Women launched four projects aimed at improving access to healthcare, education, and economic opportunities for women and girls in West Africa.
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Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger will introduce biometric passports as part of their exit from ECOWAS, forming the Alliance of Sahel States to facilitate regional travel
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Saudi Arabia commits $5 billion through its sovereign wealth fund to Egypt, strengthening bilateral economic ties and providing a boost to Egypt’s struggling economy.