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Morocco Travel Guide: What to Know Before You Go
Introduction – Discover the Magic Before You Land When you think of Morocco, you probably picture colorful souks, golden dunes, and the smell of freshly brewed mint tea drifting through narrow alleys. But before you pack your bags, there’s much...

How to watch Ivory Coast vs Kenya: Live streams as the Elephants look to seal their World Cup place
Watch Ivory Coast vs Kenya today as the Elephants look to confirm their qualification for World Cup 2026 as Group F winners, with all the details here on live streaming globally. Ivory Coast vs Kenya: Key information ► Date: Tuesday, 14 October...
ECN awards 2025 election ballot paper contract to South African firm
The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has awarded the contract to print and deliver ballot papers for the 2025 Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections to the South African company Uniprint Global. The ECN said in terms of the N$4.9...

Today in Africa — October 14, 2025: Cameroon Opposition Leader Declares Victory in Presidential Election, Madagascar President Is Impeached as Military Seizes Power, Akinola Davies Jr.’s ‘My Father’s Shadow’ Heads to Oscars
NEWS OkayAfrica has scoured the internet for today’s major news stories, so you don't have to. Cameroon opposition figure Issa Tchiroma Bakary casts his ballot on Sunday, October 12, 2025. He declared victory in the presidential election today. by...

Hayatu-Deen Expresses Concern Over Nigeria, Africa’s Role in Emerging Global Order
Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of FSB International Bank Plc, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has expressed deep concern about Nigeria’s and Africa’s place in the rapidly evolving global order and economy. Speaking in Abuja as the Chairman of...

10 Useless Courses in Nigeria and What To Study Instead
If you’ve ever heard someone say “school no be scam” (school isn't a scam) and still wondered why many graduates can’t find jobs, it’s because the job market has moved on, but some Nigerian courses haven’t. While new industries like tech, digital...

The Other Hostages: From Nigeria to the Democratic Republic of Congo
The world celebrates today. Balloons rise, prayers are answered, and families embrace. The last Israeli hostages are home. Across continents, people rejoice at what feels like a triumph of humanity—the return of the stolen, the healing of the...

Nigerian Air Force Opens Free Applications for 2025 Basic Military Training Course
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the start of applications for its Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 46/2025, inviting qualified Nigerian youths to apply online at no cost. The recruitment exercise, which opened on October 14, 2025,...

How to watch Nigeria vs Benin on FIFA+ — it's *FREE*
You can watch Nigeria vs Benin live on FIFA+, streaming for free today, Tuesday, 14 October. The stream includes English commentary as these two countries go head-to-head for a spot at the 2026 World Cup. Kick-off is at 5 p.m. BST / 12 p.m. ET / 2...

Responsible stewardship models can transform Africa’s mineral wealth into prosperity
Report October 14, 2025 • 11:00 am ET Print this page Responsible stewardship models can transform Africa’s mineral wealth into prosperity By Mamadou Fall Kane Bottom lines up front As the global race for minerals critical to green energy tech...

Nigerian Air Force opens registration for 2025 Basic Military Training Course
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the commencement of online registration for the Airmen and Airwomen Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 46/2025, offering an opportunity for qualified Nigerians to join the service. According to a...

How to watch Nigeria vs Benin: Live streams as Super Eagles attempt to salvage World Cup hopes
Watch Nigeria vs Benin today as the Super Eagles chase the win they need to have any chance of automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup, with all the details here on live streaming globally. Nigeria vs Benin: Key information ► Date: Tuesday,...

Nigerian Air Force opens recruitment for 2025 training course
Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the commencement of applications for its Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 46/2025, calling on qualified Nigerian youths to apply online free of charge. According to the notice issued by the Air Force,...
River Park Estate Crisis: Houses For Africa Counters Ogunmuyiwa’s Claims, Asks Authorities To Verify Facts From CAC
The controversy surrounding Abuja’s multi-billion-naira River Park Estate project has taken another dramatic turn, as Houses for Africa Nigeria Limited has issued a rebuttal disowning Dr. Adeniran Ogunmuyiwa, describing his recent public claims as...

Nigeria’s first consumer-oriented television, Consumerhalla TV, debuts
Media IN a significant milestone, Consumerhalla TV, Nigeria’s Premier consumer advocacy television station, has been launched in Lagos with a commitment to promoting consumer empowerment in Nigeria. At the formal launch over the weekend, the Chief...

AfricaPicks signals rise of Africa’s homegrown sports-tech ecosystem
Africa’s booming sports economy has a new digital champion. AfricaPicks.com, a cross-continental platform for rugby and football betting intelligence, officially launched this month, backed by digital and social media partnerships with...

Noman Ali Etches His Name in History With Another Stunning Spell Against South Africa
Pakistan’s seasoned spinner Noman Ali has etched his name into the country’s record books after another stunning performance at home against South Africa. The 39-year-old was at the top of his game once again in the opening Test against the...

FESPA Middle East announces FLEX 2025 roadshow to unite print leaders
FESPA Middle East has announced the return of the FESPA Leadership Exchange (FLEX) 2025 series, a roadshow comprising four events taking place from November 24 to 27 in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Egypt.Following its successful debut in March 2023,...

What will it take to keep Nigerian girls in school?
BY DAWN IMMANUEL Nigeria has made strong legal commitments to universal education. Yet for millions of girls, those promises still haven’t left the page. Their absence from classrooms is not from disinterest, but from systemic barriers that make...

Water wars: has GERD reset Africa’s hydropolitics?
Water wars: has GERD reset Africa’s hydropolitics? Water scarcity in Africa is a crisis, and the GERD conflict shows why mutually beneficial cooperation agreements are vital. Published on 14 October 2025 in ISS Today By Dhesigen Naidoo Research...