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Nigeria become first African U-17 women’s world champions

Nigeria’s Flamingos have made history by beating Japan 2-1 in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final in Morocco….reports Africa Daily News Desk Nigeria’s Flamingos have made history by defeating Japan 2-1 in the final of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026, becoming the first African nation to lift the title. An impressive performance from the Nigerian side, capped by Oluebube Umejiaku’s decisive second-half goal, secured a maiden championship for the country and a landmark achievement for African women’s football. Nigeria started the final at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat on Saturday with attacking intent, putting

Uganda, Rwanda plan joint health drills at border

Uganda and Rwanda will conduct a three-day joint health preparedness exercise at the Katuna/Gatuna border crossing from November 10 to 12, involving health workers and border agencies…reports Asian Lite News Desk Uganda and Rwanda are set to conduct a joint cross-border health preparedness exercise at the Katuna/Gatuna One Stop Border Post from November 10 to 12, as the two countries step up efforts to strengthen coordination and preparedness for public health emergencies. The three-day simulation will involve health workers and border agencies,

AU, EU Seek Stronger Ties on Peace and Security

The African Union and European Union have reviewed their partnership, exploring ways

Kenya Reports 18 Days Without New Ebola Cases

Kenya has recorded no new Ebola cases for 18 consecutive days, with

WHO Recommends Two New Ebola Vaccines for DRC Trial

The WHO has recommended two new vaccine candidates developed by Oxford University

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Ghana Courts Russia for Nuclear Power

Ghana and Russia have agreed to explore a 2,000-megawatt nuclear power plant as part of a wider push to deepen cooperation in energy, defence,

Ghana Courts Russia for Nuclear Power

Ghana and Russia have agreed to explore a 2,000-megawatt nuclear power plant as part of a wider push to deepen

Liberia Set for Historic UN Roles

Liberia was elected to the 15-member Security Council in 2025 for the 2026–2027 term….reports Africa Daily News Desk Liberia will

DR Congo and Côte d’Ivoire Exit FATF Grey List

DR Congo and Côte d’Ivoire join Bulgaria and Monaco in clearing enhanced financial monitoring after completing reforms to tackle money

India Warns G20 of Global Costs of War

India has urged the G20 to pursue diplomatic solutions to major conflicts, warning of their impact on food, energy and

Africa Makes Its Move in Moscow

African leaders have used the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow to advance cooperation in trade, agriculture, technology, education and security,

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Philip Morris Warns of Rising Costs From Global Conflicts

The tobacco giant beat third-quarter profit forecasts but warned that Middle East-related inflation and disruptions in Ukraine are increasing costs and could weigh on operating income, reports Asianlite News Desk. Philip Morris

Cyber Chiefs Urge Urgent PHP Security Update

Cybersecurity agencies in the UK, EU and Australia have warned organisations to install critical PHP security fixes immediately or consider taking vulnerable websites offline amid reports of emerging attacks, reports Asianlite News Desk. Cybersecurity authorities have urged organisations worldwide to

UK firms land £330m Africa deals

British exporters are set to benefit from more than £330 million in

US Bans DeepSeek from Government Systems

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Ramaphosa Warns Against Words That Divide South Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged South Africans to protect the constitutional values of equality, non-racialism and human dignity alongside the country’s diverse cultural heritage.

Egypt Unearths 4,000-Year-Old Tomb

Joint Egyptian-Spanish mission discovers Fifth Dynasty tomb containing decorated chapels of two ancient officials….reports Africa Daily News Desk Egypt has announced the discovery of

Nigeria: Kano Hosts Mass Wedding for 1,500 Couples

Nigeria’s Kano State hosted a mass wedding for 1,500 couples under the Auren Gata programme, with the initiative providing marriage support, medical screening, counselling

Archbishop of Canterbury Reaffirms £100m Slavery Fund Commitment

Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally has visited Cape Coast Castle in Ghana, where thousands of enslaved Africans were imprisoned before being transported across the

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Nigeria become first African U-17 women’s world champions

Nigeria’s Flamingos have made history by beating Japan 2-1 in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final in Morocco….reports Africa Daily News Desk Nigeria’s

Africa Welcomes the Olympics

Dakar makes history as the first African city to host an Olympic event, welcoming young athletes from around the world….reports Africa Daily News Desk

DR Congo to Honour Fallen Cycling Hero

Congolese cyclist Miguel Masaisai, who rode across the continent to promote peace, died on 18 September 2026 and will be honoured posthumously by DR

Proteas Welcome Jonsson Workwear Test Deal

Jonsson Workwear will become the first brand on the front of the Proteas Men’s Test shirt in five years….reports Africa Daily News Desk Cricket

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Kenya Issues Critical Warning Over PHP Vulnerabilities

Kenya has issued a critical cybersecurity alert over two PHP vulnerabilities, each rated 9.2, that could allow attackers to remotely execute code on affected government websites and systems….reports Africa Daily News Desk Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital