D’Tigers Suffer Second Straight Loss as World Cup Hopes Fade
D’Tigers Suffer Second Straight Loss as World Cup Hopes Fade Nigeria’s D’Tigers suffered another setback in their bid to qualify for the […]
Day: August 29, 2026
Niger Presidential Palace Repels Attempted Coup in Niamey
Insurgents from within Niger’s armed forces attempted to storm the presidential palace in Niamey on Saturday, causing overnight violence across the capital.
US to cut off Banque Misr UAE branches from dollar system
The US Treasury is set to cut off the UAE branches of Egypt’s state-owned Banque Misr from the US financial system over alleged ties to Iran.
African Tourism Sector Sees Surge as 2026 Destinations Emerge
African tourism is entering a new growth phase in 2026, with diversified destinations and liberalised visa regimes driving increased foreign exchange inflows across the continent.
Tunji-Ojo rejects calls for border reopening over smuggling risks
Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has pushed back against calls to reopen land borders, citing the need to curb smuggling and protect national security.