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Sunday, August 9, 2026

Africa

August 9, 2026

Super Falcons crash out of WAFCON, fail to secure 2027 World Cup automatic spot

The ten-time champions’ quest for an 11th title came to an end after losing 1-0 to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon.

Super Falcons in the Cameroon
August 9, 2026

Ghana sacks two airport workers over extortion, transfers official begging passenger for breakfast bribe

The GACL stated, “Immediate action has been taken. Their ID cards to operate in the terminal have been withdrawn and deactivated.”

The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL)
August 9, 2026

Tijaniyya Worldwide seeks deeper Algeria-Nigeria bilateral cooperation

Mr Tidjani underscored the need to strengthen Algerian-Nigerian bilateral cooperation to advance growth between the two countries.

August 8, 2026

Gov Zulum hosts Sahel security retreat 

Mr Zulum rallied regional stakeholders on the need for a unified front against terrorist groups, including Boko Haram and ISWAP.

Governor of Borno state, Babagana Zulum
August 8, 2026

WHO recommends Ervebo vaccine trial against Bundibugyo virus in DR Congo

WHO noted that the experts said there were no identified safety concerns with Ervebo.

WHO
August 8, 2026

Ebola killed 300 children in DR Congo, says UN

The advisory group met for a third time on July 31 to review new data on Ervebo.

United Nations logo and health workers fighting Ebola in DR Congo.
August 7, 2026

Nigeria, Benin agree on joint action to curb cross-border crimes

Mr Musa reaffirmed Nigeria’s zero-tolerance stance on terrorism. 

Benin Republic and Nigeria flag
August 7, 2026

Touray credits Tinubu for West Africa stability

Mr Touray said Nigeria, under Mr Tinubu’s leadership, had continued to play a critical role in advancing peace, stability and cooperation across the sub-region.

Omar Touray and Bola Tinubu
August 7, 2026

U.S.-Iran War: Kenya faces $800 million loss to oil price surge

The group said Kenya, as a net oil importer with no domestic petroleum production, is acutely vulnerable to global fossil fuel price volatility.

Kenya flag
August 7, 2026

China-Africa trade hits record $197 billion as zero-tariff policy boosts exports

The growth was supported by expanded duty-free access for African products, such as coffee, cashew nuts, dried chillies and selected seafood products.

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