January 18, 2017
Tunisia/Algeria: Carthage Eagles Face Do-or-Die Clash
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Tunisia faces a do-or-die clash with Algeria as they prepare for a crunch Group B African Nations Cup encounter in Franceville on Thursday (16h00 GMT). Read more »
January 17, 2017
Africa: Are Players Finding the Net Often Enough at Afcon 2017?
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Much has been made of the low number of goals after the opening round of group phase matches at the 2017 African Nations Cup, with teams accused of being too cautious and too… Read more »
Africa: European Football Transfer Window Damages Afcon
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Two coaches at the African Nations Cup finals have broken ranks and called for a review of the timing of the tournament just as the Confederation of African Football repeated their… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Agreement Paves Way for First Democratic Transition in DRC [guest column]
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Late last year, the Democratic Republic of the Congo approached a constitutional crisis. As President Joseph Kabila's second and final term drew to a close, there was no plan for… Read more »
Africa: Five Afcon Stars Who Ditched Europe
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It used to be that African-born players were clamouring to feature for European nations, with the continent losing a steady stream of stars that would otherwise bolster their… Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire/Togo: Elephants Can't Get Past Hawks in Scrappy Opener
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It was not the start they were hoping for and Cote d’Ivoire coach Michel Dussuyer was quick to voice his displeasure after the defending African Nations Cup champions were… Read more »
Cameroon/Guinea Bissau: Indomitable Lions - Potential Winners or Also-Rans?
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Cameroon coach Hugo Broos spoke at length prior to the start of the African Nations Cup about the fact that there are no weak sides in the competition, something he will remind his… Read more »
Gabon/Burkina Faso: AFCON Hosts Face Top-Class Burkinabe Side
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The reaction of fans and the media in Gabon to their side's opening 1-1 draw with Guinea-Bissau at the 2017 African Nations Cup finals has been one of despair, but fortunes can… Read more »
January 16, 2017
Congo-Kinshasa/Morocco: Leopards Capitalise on Chances to Take Down Atlas Lions
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The Democratic Republic of Congo put behind them a row over bonuses that saw the players skip training last week to eke out a crucial 1-0 victory over Morocco in their opening… Read more »
Zimbabwe/Algeria: Despite Attacking Prowess, Warriors Can't Outdo Desert Foxes
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With a little more quality in both the attacking and defensive thirds, Zimbabwe might have pulled off the first surprise win of the 2017 African nations Cup finals on Sunday, but… Read more »
Senegal/Tunisia: Senegal Needs to Sort Out Panicked Defence
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On the face of it Senegal's 2-0 victory over Tunisia in their opening Group B match of the 2017 African Nations Cup finals looked routine, but the fancied west Africans were forced… Read more »
Africa: 5 Things We Learnt From AFCON Opening Weekend
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The opening weekend of the 2017 African Nations Cup finals in Gabon is done and dusted, and as expected there are a number of talking points to come out of the matches.AllAfrica… Read more »
Ghana/Uganda: Black Stars Hone Goalmouth Skills for Clash With Cranes
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Ghana coach Avram Grant has called for more accuracy from his strikers as they prepare to open their 2017 African Nations Cup Group D campaign against Uganda on Tuesday (16h00… Read more »
Egypt/Mali: Pharaohs Eager to Claim Afcon After Seven Years
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Egypt return to the African Nations Cup finals for the first time in seven years and are eager to prove their credentials as one of the tournament favourites as they open their… Read more »
January 15, 2017
Cote d'Ivoire/Togo: The Elephants Defend Afcon Title Against 'Troublemakers'
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Champions Cote d'Ivoire begin the defence of their African Nations Cup title when they take on Togo in a Group C clash at the Stade d'Oyem in Gabon on Monday. Read more »
Cameroon/Burkina Faso: Indomitable Lions Fail to Net the Ball - Again
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If Cameroon are to lift a first African Nations Cup title since 2002 they need to find a greater cutting edge in front of goal. Read more »
Gabon/Guinea Bissau: Panthers in Trouble As Underdog Newbies Force a Draw
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Gabon paid the price for not closing out the game when they were held to a 1-1 draw by plucky minnows Guinea-Bissau in their opening match of the 2017 African Nations Cup finals in… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa/Morocco: Leopards Seek Return to Former Glory At Afcon
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DR Congo will be keen to show that their improvement over the last few years has been no fluke as they start their 2017 African Nations Cup Group C campaign with a mouth-watering… Read more »
January 14, 2017
Senegal/Tunisia: Who's Who of Football Face Carthage Eagles on Sunday
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Pre-tournament favourites Senegal will receive a stern early test of their championship credentials when they take on Tunisia in a tasty 2017 African Nations Cup Group B clash at… Read more »
January 13, 2017
Zimbabwe/Algeria: Algeria Very Wary of Crucial Afcon Clash With Warriors
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Fancied Algeria open their 2017 African Nations Cup finals Group B campaign with a clash against Zimbabwe on Sunday (16h00 GMT) as they seek to provide momentum for a tilt at the… Read more »
Gabon/Guinea Bissau: Afcon Hosts Face 'Wild Dogs' With a Lot to Prove
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The weight of expectation will weigh heavy on hosts Gabon as they open their 2017 African Nations Cup Group A campaign against minnows Guinea-Bissau at the Stade de l'Amitié… Read more »
January 12, 2017
Cameroon/Burkina Faso: Indomitable Lions Face Tough Start to Afcon 2017 Campaign
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Cameroon must overcome the loss of several key players if they are to return to former glories and win the African Nations Cup, starting with a Group A encounter against Burkina… Read more »
Africa: Giants vs Minnows - Will AFCON Get a Surprise Victor?
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The fate of perennial underachievers Senegal, the return of Egypt and the shock qualification of tiny Guinea-Bissau are just some of the major talking points as we prepare for the… Read more »
January 11, 2017
Gambia: Is Jammeh Changing His Tone? - VIDEO
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In his latest speech to the nation, Yahya Jammeh said the 2016 election result - which he lost - is not credible, and criticised "foreign interference" and a "sustained smear… Read more »
December 29, 2016
Africa: Transforming Classrooms with a 'Tutu Desk'
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Recently released from hospital, retired Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa celebrated his 85th birthday in October. Though clearly frail, he surprised and delighted friends… Read more »
