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Burkina Faso expels three French diplomats for ‘subversive activities’

Burkina Faso’s military government has ordered three French diplomats to leave the country, accusing them ...

  • 5 June 2023
  • Africa
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Why 5G Will Help Business To Succeed In Africa

The importance of 5G to Africa’s business success was highlighted at the 2023 Africa 5G ...

  • 4 June 2023
  • Uganda
Next Africa Cup of Nations finals to start in December 2025

Next Africa Cup of Nations finals to start in December 2025

  The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the next Africa Cup of ...

  • 2 June 2023
  • Africa
Tunisia suffers nationwide power cut

Tunisia suffers nationwide power cut

Tunisia experienced a sudden power cut on Wednesday that lasted about three hours, affecting the ...

  • 13 May 2023
  • Tunisia
8 Dead, 37 injured in Uganda bus crash

8 Dead, 37 injured in Uganda bus crash

At least eight people lost their lives and 37 others were injured in a head-on ...

  • 12 May 2023
  • Uganda
Kenya's Faith Kipyegon disqualified, then reinstated in Paris Olympic Games

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon disqualified, then reinstated in Paris Olympic Games

In a night filled with drama at the Stade de France during the Paris Olympic ...

  • 9 May 2023
  • Kenya
Botswana's president announced a public holiday on Friday to celebrate Letsile Tebogo’s historic victory in the 200-meter sprint, where he won the country's first Olympic gold medal at the Paris Games on Thursday. Tebogo's remarkable performance saw him surpass American sprinters Kenny Bednarek and Noah Lyles, making him the first African to claim the 200-meter title and the fifth-fastest man in history for this distance. The 21-year-old athlete honored his late mother, who passed away in May, by wearing spikes inscribed with her date of birth, symbolizing that she was with him in spirit during the race. In a statement shared on X, President Mokgweetsi Masisi expressed his pride, stating, "His Excellency President Masisi wishes to extend his heartfelt congratulations to Letsile and offers his gratitude to his late mother." Masisi emphasized that Tebogo's achievement deserved a nationwide celebration, noting it should be recognized in a unique, fitting, and responsible manner that would be remembered in Botswana's history. The president shared his personal excitement, revealing that he had lost his voice from cheering enthusiastically as he watched Tebogo clinch victory with an impressive time of 19.46 seconds. Botswana's president announced a public holiday on Friday to celebrate Letsile Tebogo’s historic victory in the 200-meter sprint, where he won the country's first Olympic gold medal at the Paris Games on Thursday. Tebogo's remarkable performance saw him surpass American sprinters Kenny Bednarek and Noah Lyles, making him the first African to claim the 200-meter title and the fifth-fastest man in history for this distance. The 21-year-old athlete honored his late mother, who passed away in May, by wearing spikes inscribed with her date of birth, symbolizing that she was with him in spirit during the race. In a statement shared on X, President Mokgweetsi Masisi expressed his pride, stating, "His Excellency President Masisi wishes to extend his heartfelt congratulations to Letsile and offers his gratitude to his late mother." Masisi emphasized that Tebogo's achievement deserved a nationwide celebration, noting it should be recognized in a unique, fitting, and responsible manner that would be remembered in Botswana's history. The president shared his personal excitement, revealing that he had lost his voice from cheering enthusiastically as he watched Tebogo clinch victory with an impressive time of 19.46 seconds. Botswana declares half-day holiday to mark first Olympic gold

Botswana declares half-day holiday to mark first Olympic gold

Botswana’s president announced a public holiday on Friday to celebrate Letsile Tebogo’s historic victory in ...

  • 8 May 2023
  • Africa
Protesters invade Kenyatta, Odinga properties

Protesters invade Kenyatta, Odinga properties

Kenya is grappling with a persistent wave of violence in the North Rift region, and ...

  • 7 May 2023
  • Kenya
UAE accuses Sudanese army of attacking its ambassador’s residence in Khartoum

UAE accuses Sudanese army of attacking its ambassador’s residence in Khartoum

The Sudanese army on Monday dismissed claims by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that its ...

  • 4 May 2023
  • Africa
Tanzania police issues ultimatum to owners of illegal firearms

Tanzania police issues ultimatum to owners of illegal firearms

Tanzanian police issued a stern warning on Monday, urging individuals in possession of illegal firearms ...

  • 3 May 2023
  • Tanzania
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