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Shakira to Perform at 2024 Copa America Final

Shakira has been confirmed to perform at the 2024 Copa America final, where a crowd of 54,000 is expected to gather at Hard Rock Stadium

Colombian pop star Shakira has been confirmed to perform at the 2024 Copa America final, where a crowd of 54,000 is expected to gather at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, July 14.  The renowned singer, famous for hits like “Hips Don’t Lie,” will take the stage during the halftime show of the highly anticipated event. Shakira, […]

Spain beat France to reach Euro 2024 final

Lamine Yamal became the youngest goalscorer in European Championship history as Spain beat France 2-1 to reach the final of Euro 2024.

Lamine Yamal became the youngest goalscorer in European Championship history as Spain beat France 2-1 to reach the final of Euro 2024. After Randal Kolo Muani headed in Kylian Mbappe’scross to give France an early lead, Yamal curled home a stunning strike from outside the box to write his name into the record books by […]

Zambia records increased new COVID-19 cases 

Zambia has recorded about 73 new COVID-19 cases, following the recent cold season in the country.

Zambia has recorded about 73 new COVID-19 cases, following the recent cold season in the country. Minister of Health, Sylvia Masebo, told a press briefing that about 3,070 tests were conducted between May and June, out of which 2.4 per cent tested positive, which is an increase from the 1.5 per cent positivity rate recorded […]

Nigerian Preacher Emmanuel Iren Ventures into Filmmaking to Spread God’s Word

Emmanuel Iren, the founder of Celebration Church International (CCI), has recently disclosed his reasons for venturing into filmmaking. 

Emmanuel Iren, the founder of Celebration Church International (CCI), has recently disclosed his reasons for venturing into filmmaking.  Iren emphasized that churches should adopt various methods to spread God’s word, provided the platform is effective in raising disciples. Following in the footsteps of his wife, Laju Iren, Emmanuel Iren is set to debut in the […]

Liberian President to slash salary by 40%

Joseph Boakai of Liberia has announced a 40% reduction in his salary, aiming to set a precedent for responsible governance

President Joseph Boakai of Liberia has announced a 40% reduction in his salary, aiming to set a precedent for responsible governance and show solidarity with the citizens.  His office stated that this decision is intended to address the intense scrutiny government salaries have been under, as many Liberians express concerns about the rising cost of […]

Veteran Nigerian Filmmaker Zeb Ejiro to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 2024 Nigerian Week in London

Renowned Nigerian filmmaker and producer Zeb Ejiro is set to be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Nigerian Week in London.

Renowned Nigerian filmmaker and producer Zeb Ejiro is set to be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Nigerian Week in London. This prestigious award acknowledges Ejiro’s outstanding contributions to Nollywood and the broader entertainment industry. The Nigerian Week is a highly anticipated week-long international festival that blends entertainment and business events. Held […]

Michael Olise joins Bayern from Palace on five-year deal

Bayern Munich have signed winger Michael Olisefrom Crystal Palace for about 60m euros (£50m).

Bayern Munich have signed winger Michael Olisefrom Crystal Palace for about 60m euros (£50m). The 22-year-old English-born France Under-21 forward, who has been selected in the France squad for the Olympics that start in Paris later this month, has signed a five-year deal. Chelsea and Newcastle United registered their interest in Olise earlier this summer but […]

New British Prime Minister declares Rwanda deportation policy ‘dead, buried’

Keir Starmer has announced in his first news conference since taking office, the termination of the controversial Rwanda deportation policy introduced by the former Conservative government.

United Kingdom Prime Minister, Keir Starmer has announced in his first news conference since taking office, the termination of the controversial Rwanda deportation policy introduced by the former Conservative government. Starmer, who emphasised his commitment to ending what he described as ineffective and inhumane immigration measures, pointed to record numbers of migrants crossing the English […]

Lewis Hamilton wins British Grand Prix for record ninth time

Lewis Hamilton has won the British Grand Prix to take his first victory since December 2021.

Lewis Hamilton has won the British Grand Prix to take his first victory since December 2021. Hamilton had just enough to hold off a late charge from Max Verstappen’s Red Bull and Lando Norris to take his 104th career win. Hamilton, who was driving in his last British GP for Mercedes before his move to […]