Corentin Da Silva Martins by Staff Reporter Thursday Mar 16, 2023. 13:00 Libya have announced Hamdi Bataw as their new head coach ahead of two crucial 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Tunisia later this month.Bataw has joined the Mediterranean Knights on a six-month contract and succeeds Corentin Martins, who left his role by mutual consent last month.The Libyan Football Federation wanted a homegrown coach to take the national team forward and have settled on Bataw in a bid to qualify for AFCON 2023.The 42-year-old insists his first order of business will be to tempt those players back into…
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Due to the repressive policies of the European Union towards migration from the south, Morocco has become a de facto host country for a large population of African migrants en route to Europe. According to François Reybet-Degat, the representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in the Kingdom of Morocco: … the Moroccan national strategy of immigration and asylum adopted in 2013 is centered around humans. It seeks to guarantee residence permits to as many migrants as possible, in addition to granting them access to healthcare and education. This reflects a political willingness that is not necessarily…
In my last article, I spoke of seven ways in which the ancient institution of slavery differed from the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade (TST). It seemed to me that one ought to know these critical distinctions for meaningful discussions to take place regarding what the Bible says about slavery. Trading in slaves existed in Africa long before the first European missionary stepped onto the continent. In this article, I intend to survey the practice of slavery in the African setting. I seek to show that trading in slaves existed in Africa, both by and against Africans, long before the first European…
Discover the Magic of Africa: A Guide to Planning Your Safari Adventure A Safari to Africa is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness breathtaking wildlife and stunning landscapes in their natural habitats. Whether you’re an avid wildlife lover or just looking for a new adventure, a Safari to Africa is an unforgettable experience that offers something for everyone. From the majestic lions, leopards, and elephants to the diverse bird species, the African continent is a treasure trove of beauty and wonder. In this comprehensive guide, we will take you through everything you need to know to plan a successful and unforgettable…
Senegal added the Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations title to the Afcon trophy won by the senior side last year and the African Nation Championship won in FebruaryThe coach of The Gambia’s Under-20 team has said “our time will come” after his side lost Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) final 2-0 to Senegal in Cairo.Souleymane Faye and Mamadou Camara scored the goals against their neighbours and rivals as the Teranga Lions claimed their first title in the U20 age category.But it was more disappointment for the Scorpions who also lost in the 2021 semi-finals against Ghana.”The team did very…
Morocco’s finance minister said the country must adapt its economy to meet the escalating threat from climate change, with more frequent droughts requiring investment in water technologies and an acceleration of its push into growth sectors such as car manufacturing.The kingdom’s vital grain harvest was slashed last year due to a lack of rain, just as Russia’s war in Ukraine forced the government to pay higher prices for wheat and energy and to increase subsidies. Morocco’s economy grew 1.2 per cent in 2022, according to the World Bank, down from 7.9 per cent a year earlier. The bank expects growth of 3.1…
5. Tanzania Tanzania is one of the ten safest places to travel in Africa in 2022, ranking #58 on the Global Peace Index. It also boasts a thriving tourism business and is among the top safari destinations in all of Africa. Tanzania is the safest country to go on safari in East Africa, based on the 2021 Global Peace Index and travel advice. Tanzania, Safest Countries to Visit in Africa General Travel Safety Tanzania is reportedly a safe country overall, and “[w]hile solo travelers may be a slight curiosity in rural regions, especially solo women travelers, there are no particular…
What took me by surprise back then, and what I tried to articulate in my answer, is that I was surprised that someone would be surprised that someone “with my background”, angry with and personally hurt by colonialism and slavery, could have an affectionate relationship with Dutch paintings from the 17th century. And yet, I feel at home with Pieter de Hooch’s The Country Cottage. I also feel at home at Paramaribo’s Waterkant. Both places pull me in with equal intensity, as if by teleportation. Both emotions: affection and anger towards two opposite phenomenons from one and the same historical…
Courage, dexterity, profound cultures, and influential leaders; when it comes to black history, there is a plethora of stories that have inspired and impacted generations. From inventors to intellectuals, civil rights activists to creatives, there is an unending list of great achievers who made their mark on the global sphere. Among such figures, history books credit Robert S. Duncanson as one of the best landscape painters of the mid-1800s. Known for his exceptional skills, he was one of the few black artists who rubbed shoulders with British and American landscape painters such as John Fredrick Kensett, Asher Brown Durand, and…
When I was planning my most recent familiarization trip, or FAM as we call them in the travel industry, I was offered the option of traveling to either Southeast Asia or South America, both of which are regions I had never explored before. However, as enticing as these incredible locations were, I knew in my heart I wanted to return to Africa; and I wanted the opportunity to bring my mother Chereen, if I was granted the chance. First and foremost, I thought a mother-daughter trip to Africa would be a great way to celebrate her milestone 70th birthday and…