The Professional Fighters League (PFL) (https://PFLmma.com) made its Pretoria debut at SunBet Arena, where a packed South African crowd was treated to a full night of MMA action and statement performances across the card. In the bantamweight main event, Pretoria was treated to Nkosi Ndebele vs. Michele Clemente, who traded sharp punches and elbows early. The Italian “Arrow” pushed with relentless pressure but frequently ran into sharp counters from the “King of Many Nations.” The two threw down in an all-time classic with the South African walking away with the unanimous decision win. The heavyweight division delivered a wild one as Senegal’s Abdoulaye Kane and…
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By Rédaction Africanews Dozens of people died in airstrikes in Nigeria’s northeastern Yobe state as military aircraft hunted Boko Haram jihadists, local residents and Amnesty International said on Sunday. The airstrikes occurred on Saturday, and the death tolls differed according to the sources. Amnesty International said on X there were “more than 100 dead” and 35 people seriously wounded, while a local chief spoke of “200 dead and wounded”. Nigeria’s military did not immediately respond to a query from AFP. Africa’s most populous country has been fighting a jihadist insurgency for 17 years, since Boko Haram’s 2009 uprising, which has…
Africa’s Eden has concluded another highly successful trade show, bringing together 50 buyers and 48 exhibiting companies in what organisers described as one of the strongest editions to date. The event’s unique format, an intimate trade show exclusively connecting African-domiciled buyers with regional products, proved hugely beneficial, allowing delegates to not only focus on basic destination training but also on high-level strategic partnerships. Exhibitors from across the Africa’s Eden region – including Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe – met with buyers from Botswana, South Africa, Malawi, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Kenya. During the event, Africa’s Eden introduced its Community and…
By Rédaction Africanews and AP Geordin Hill-Lewis has secured the top job in Cape Town, but his ambitions are already stretching well beyond the city, as he positions himself for national leadership. South Africa’s second-largest party, the Democratic Alliance, has elected Hill-Lewis to lead it into the 2029 general elections, signaling a renewed push to challenge the long-standing dominance of the African National Congress. His rise comes at a pivotal moment in the country’s political landscape, with growing competition and shifting voter sentiment. In his acceptance speech, Hill-Lewis thanked party delegates for their support and pledged to serve with humility…
By Dominic Wabwireh with other agencies Mauritius has pledged to “spare no effort” to reclaim control of the Chagos Islands after a proposed handover deal by Keir Starmer collapsed amid shifting U.S. support. Speaking at a regional conference, Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful said his country would pursue “every diplomatic and legal avenue” to complete what it calls the decolonisation process. “This is a matter of justice,” he added. Deal derailed by U.S. shift The agreement would have transferred sovereignty of the islands to Mauritius while preserving the strategic Diego Garcia base under a 99-year lease. But support from Donald Trump…
By Rédaction Africanews and AP A stampede at a mountaintop fortress popular with tourists in northern Haiti has killed at least 30 people and injured dozens of others, authorities said, revising an earlier, higher number of fatalities. Municipal authorities in the city of Cap-Haïtien in a statement said that Saturday’s stampede in Milot “resulted in numerous cases of asphyxiation, trampling and loss of consciousness.” Authorities said dozens of people who attended traditional festivities at the historical site were taken to hospitals while many others were reported missing. “According to preliminary information … a situation of severe overcrowding, linked in particular…
Pope Leo XIV wants to “turn the world’s attention to Africa”, according to a senior Vatican official, as he embarks on a significant tour of the continent addressing themes of peace, migration and dialogue between religions. The 11-day trip, which starts on Monday, is Pope Leo’s second major foreign visit since being elected to the papacy in May last year, and is a reflection of Africa’s increasing importance to Catholicism. More than a fifth of the world’s Catholics are in Africa, some 288 million people, according to figures from 2024. It is one of the fastest-growing regions for the Church.…
Montage Africa Mines and Solid Minerals Limited has achieved a significant milestone in its growth trajectory with the award of an official Exploration Licence by the Nigeria Mining Cadastre Office (NMCO), under the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The licence, granted in accordance with the Nigerian Minerals and Mining Act, 2007, further strengthens the company’s position as an emerging force in Africa’s gold and solid minerals sector. The newly awarded licence (No. 70448 EL) covers a 20 square kilometre area comprising 100 cadastral units located in Akamkpa Local Government Area of Cross River State. The exploration title permits the company to…
The traditional institution of kingship among the Igbo is both deeply rooted in history and uniquely dynamic. In Awka—the capital of Anambra State—this tradition finds expression in the revered title of Eze Uzu, a cultural symbol that blends heritage, craftsmanship, and communal leadership. Within this context emerges the figure of Austin Chukwuezugo Ndigwe, widely recognized as Eze Uzu III of Awka Ancient Kingdom, a man whose personality, influence, and contested ascension have sparked both admiration and debate. Historically, Awka’s governance reflects the broader Igbo republican tradition, where authority is shared among elders, titled men, and community stakeholders. The title…
By Rédaction Africanews and AFP Djibouti’s leader Ismail Omar Guelleh held his final campaign rally on Wednesday ahead of Friday’s presidential election. Facing a divided and largely silenced opposition, Guelleh is expected to extend his 27-year rule of the strategically located Horn of Africa nation. Speaking to a packed and enthusiastic crowd, Guelleh urged citizens to come together: “For the country to move forward, we must be united. All of you, regardless of your party or organisation, the essential thing is that we are Djiboutians, brothers and sisters, united.” Since taking office in 1999, Guelleh has ruled with an iron…