Dambe is a traditional sport in Hausa communities in northern Nigeria, but it is gaining popularity across the world through the internetAs the sun sets on Kano city a golden glow descends on Nigeria’s second biggest metropolis.The rhythmic beat of the Kalangu drums fills the sweltering air of the arena ahead of the final match of the first Emir Ado Bayero Dambe Championship.Hundreds of loud supporters, many of them here since morning, have encircled the dusty ring. They cheer the names of the two champions who have taken their places ready for the fight to begin.”There is a certain beat…
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Victor Osimhen, the newly crowned CAF African Player-of-the-Year 2023, has penned a heartwarming message reflecting on his incredible journey from a young hawker on the streets of Olusosun in Lagos, Nigeria to a global footballing icon. In a lengthy post on his X page (formerly known asTwitter) on Tuesday, Osimhen told his inspiring story that has echoed across the world again and again. His words reveal a path paved with both triumph and hardship, fueled by unwavering determination and the enduring love of the game. Now a global icon with fame and riches, growing up was very rough for Osimhen…
A Texas man who posed as a Belgian veterinarian on the ‘Silver Angels’ dating site has been jailed for three years after scamming a Missouri woman out of her life savings and has been ordered to pay her back every cent he swindled from her.Rotimi Oladimeji, 38, was sentenced on Tuesday, a year after pleading guilty to mail fraud, wire fraud and conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri said in a news release.He was the third person sentenced in the scheme that began around October 2019 and ran through…
Basil Kincaid USA, b. 1986 20/12/23 at 06:58 am by admin Basil Kincaid USA, b. 1986 lullaby, 2021 About:Basil Kincaid is a post-disciplinary artist known for creating layered textile wall hangings. Kincaid splits their time between the United States and Africa. Many of the narratives and concerns that make their way into Kincaid’s work reflect the artist’s experience of examining relationships between ancestry, place, and the contemporary constructed self. “When I visit Africa, I’m supposed to automatically belong,” says Kincaid. “Yes, there’s a connection, but the place and the people my ancestors left…
Rwand – a country that has been rebuilt from the ruins of a genocide into a benchmark of development in Africa has a lot more to offer beyond having the cleanest city in Africa. From the game drives in Akagera national park to the hidden gentle giants that can be encountered on a gorilla trek; Rwanda is safari paradise.African safaris are often defined by the lush savannahs but Rwanda goes beyond that and offers an experience that only a few African countries can afford; merging a forest trek with city life and game drives. This is Rwanda in summary.It would…
This past week, former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo brought together some of the biggest names in the country’s political firmament to discuss the travails of Western liberal democracy in Africa. For the conferees, the main reason Western liberal democracy is “not working” for the continent is because of its origination in an alien Western environment. This, the reasoning goes, makes it inherently incompatible with the continent’s purportedly unique cultural characteristics. The Nigerian statesman’s reservations about the suitability of liberal democracy for African societies are not unfamiliar, though the recent ascendance to the Nigerian presidency of a political foe he did…
Ismael Bennacer of Milan in action during the Italian soccer match between SS Lazio and AC Milan, in Rome, Italy, 24 January 2023. EPA/FEDERICO PROIETTI by Thando Mpembe Wednesday Dec 20, 2023. 11:00 Algerian star Ismael Bennacer has revealed that he should be ready for the upcoming 2024 Africa Cup of Nations after returning to full fitness for AC Milan.Bennacer required knee surgery at the end of the 2022/23 season after sustaining a knee injury against Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League and subsequently missed 27 games for the Italian giants.Yet to start a game for Milan since his…
The country of Uganda is home to an incredible array of regions, activities, and experiences. From Kibale National Park to Murchison Falls, there is much to do and see. So much so that visitors might not know where to start and what to prioritize. Of all the possibilities, you simply can’t miss trekking with primates, cruising the Nile, and visiting the local community initiatives. Primates While in Uganda you have the rare opportunity to encounter three distinct species of primates. Chimpanzees can be found in Kibale National Park. These animals are quite active, so be prepared to not only hike…
In the realm of social media and reality TV, hospitality is a pivotal element. Reality TV, initially designed to provide unscripted insights into the lives of everyday individuals, broke new ground. It offered authenticity, welcoming viewers into genuine homes, family moments, and unique experiences. Shows such as Idols and Survivor captivated global audiences, setting the stage for later phenomena like the Kardashians. Social media allowed anyone to create their own reality show with just a smartphone and basic software. The advent of social media only heightened this trend. Unlike traditional reality TV, social media allowed anyone to create their own…
Circle Internet Financial (Circle), the digital fintech firm, is partnering with Fuze, MENA’s digital assets infrastructure provider, to explore digital assets initiatives. Circle, the issuer of the US-dollar-backed stablecoin USDC, has plans to work alongside Fuze to expand the adoption of USDC amongst new customers in the region, such as banks, fintechs, traditional enterprises and Web3 firms.The scope of the agreement between Circle and Fuze covers the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, hoping to support the use of USDC in these regions and the piloting of new use cases relevant to these markets.Fuze, which was co-founded by Ali Yusuf, COO Arpit…