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Jordan, African Chambers discuss boosting trade ties
Ammon News - The Jordan Chamber of Commerce (JCC) held a series of meetings with representatives of African chambers of commerce and industry to discuss ways of strengthening economic cooperation and exploring investment opportunities. According...
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Burna Boy, Bose Ogulu, and Osas Ighodaro Set To Premiere New Film, “3 Cold Dishes”
“3 Cold Dishes,” a Nigerian movie executive produced by musician Burna Boy, his mum, Bose Ogulu, and actress Osas Ighodaro, is making its premiere in London at the O2 on the 3rd of October. The film, which was shot across Nigeria, Benin, Côte...
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‘Money I’ll never have’: $15K US visa bond halts Malawians’ American dreams
Lilongwe, Malawi – In the rural valleys of Malawi, where homes are built of mud and grass, and electricity is scarce, Tamala Chunda spent his evenings bent over borrowed textbooks, reading by the dim light of a kerosene lamp. During the day, he...
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Dembele’s mother wants to parade trophy around continent
NFF congratulates Nnadozie, Madugu Ousmane Dembele’s Ballon d’Or win on Monday was an emotional moment for the player and his family, the award acting as a source of pride for them in more ways than one, reports cbssports.com. Dembele won...
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Kinross sells common shares in Asante Gold for $53m
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Canada-based senior gold mining company Kinross Gold Corporation has sold a total of 36,927,650 common shares of Asante Gold Corporation. This sale represents approximately 5.2% of Asante's outstanding shares and accounts for 100% of the common...
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My late brother, Mouftah, By Hakeem Baba-Ahmed
“Every soul shall taste death, and you will only be given your (full) compensation on the Day of Resurrection.” Surah Al-Imran, 3 (185). When the Daily Trust newspaper of Thursday last week published the story of the loss of my brother Mouftah...
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Green hydrogen holds potential but still in infancy
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Namibia’s green hydrogen project is slowly coming to light, but experts say the industry is still risky and still in its early stage. Last week, Namibia officially opened Africa’s first large-scale solar-powered green hydrogen facility under...
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Special Report: Al Thani of Qatar; France, Brazil, Ukraine, Türkiye, South Africa
At the UNGA80 diplomats’ entry into UN headquarters, the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. In his speech, the leader castigated Israel for bombing a residential building in Doha earlier this month, Sept. 23, 2025. JOHN PENNEY/PASSBLUE...
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Deputy Amir receives credentials of seven new Envoys
Deputy Amir H H Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani with Ambassador of Canada H E Karim Morcos Deputy Amir H H Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Thani received yesterday at his Amiri Diwan office the credentials of seven new Ambassador to the state. His...
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Five Fun Facts You Should Know About Ballon d’Or Winner Ousmane Dembélé
Ousmane Dembélé is officially the king of world football. Fresh off an unforgettable season with Paris Saint-Germain — 33 goals, 12 assists, and four trophies — the French forward has now been crowned the winner of the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or, the...
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Deputy Amir receives credentials of seven new ambassadors
QNA Doha The Deputy Amir His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani received the credentials of seven new ambassadors to the state at his Amiri Diwan office on Tuesday. HH the Deputy Amir received the credentials of Ambassador of Honduras HE...
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'This is the Ballon d'Or of all of Africa': Ousmane Dembele's mother wants to parade trophy around continent
Ousmane Dembele's Ballon d'Or win on Monday was an emotional moment for the player and his family, the award acting as a source of pride for them in more ways than one. Dembele won soccer's most prestigious individual prize as a reward for playing...
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Lamine Yamal's father reacts to Ballon d'Or snub: 'The biggest moral damage done to a human being'
On Monday, Ousmane Dembele won the 2025 Ballon d'Or, the most prestigious individual soccer award in the world, and the father of Barcelona star Lamine Yamal did not hold back with his outrage. The PSG striker took the stage at the end of the...
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TIMELINE: Countries recognizing state of Palestine since 1988
Six more countries officially recognized a Palestinian state, in a new push for a two-state solution to the decades-long Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Luxembourg, Belgium, Andorra, France, Malta, Monaco, and San Marino recognized the state of...
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Today in Africa — September 23, 2025: Ousmane Dembélé Wins 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or, Three Junta-Led Sahel Allies Pull Out of International Criminal Court, Ghana Accused of Circumventing Legal Process in US Deportees Case
Every day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check...
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How mysterious TikTok star wife helped transform Ousmane Dembele from injury-ravaged disappointment to Ballon d'Or world beater
Ousmane Dembele capped his extraordinary transformation from immature, unprofessional wasted potential to the world's best footballer on Monday night. As the tears flowed on stage, his mother Fatimata by his side, the Ballon d'Or winner will have...
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Natural gas has a small but important role in Africa’s energy transition
Report September 23, 2025 • 10:00 am ET Print this page Natural gas has a small but important role in Africa’s energy transition By Neil Ford Bottom lines up front Roughly 42 percent of Africa’s population lacks reliable access to electricity at...
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Ousmane Dembélé Ends 30-Year Wait, Becomes First African Since George Weah to Win Ballon d’Or
26 By Oscar Okhifo Ousmane Dembélé has etched his name into football’s hall of fame, becoming the first African player in nearly three decades to lift the prestigious Ballon d’Or. The Paris Saint-Germain forward was crowned on Monday night, ending...
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After UNESCO recognition: Gambia marks 2nd Int’l Day of Sonnike Language
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In the same vein, the theme for this year’s event is - ‘The impact of digital technology on the preservation and promotion of the Soninke language’. At a presser held on Sunday on the level of preparations ahead of this year’s event, Sheriff Marie...
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Bible Banned Countries List Requires Prayer, Action
A Bible banned countries list is long, unfortunately. In many nations, it’s a crime to own or read God’s Word. Are your teens aware of the Bible banned countries list? Do your youth group members realize it’s a privilege to freely own and carry a...
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