Top 10 Guinness World Records held by Africans | Africanews
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Africa Live: Burkina Faso expels French diplomats - BBC News: Relations between Burkina Faso and its former colonial power have soured since the 2022 coup - and ...
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- Zambia requires $940 million in aid due to ongoing drought.
- Kelvin Kiptum, the marathon world record holder, to be honored at London Marathon.
- Cape Town airport named Africa's best airport in customer survey.
- Chibok abductee and her three children rescued after 10 years.
REPORT: Nestle Adds Sugar to Baby Food Sold in Nigeria, Other Poor Countries Against WHO Guidelines
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Naira gains at official market amidst depleting reserve: Market data published on the FMDQ website on Wednesday indicated that the naira closed at N1,072 ...
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Woman rescued 10 years after Chibok kidnapping in Nigeria: The Islamist group Boko Haram seized 276 girls from a school in Chibok in 2014
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South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
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Ten years ago 276 Nigerian school girls were abducted by Islamist group Boko Haram from their school in Chibok, Nigeria.
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Qatar crowned ‘World’s Best Airport,’ UAE’s Dubai airport ups position to seventh
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Nigeria’s Dangote Oil Refinery Ramps Up Production With US Crude: Nigeria’s new mega Dangote oil refinery is slowly grinding into gear, with analysts and traders ...
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‘Money Na Water’, Cubana Chief Priest boasts after securing N10 million bail: The celebrity barman was accused of abusing the Naira twice in 2024 ...
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Another honorary doctorate for Esther Mahlangu, for 'mathematical prowess'
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Binance working closely with Nigeria authorities to resolve exec's detention, CEO says
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Courtney Walsh: Zimbabwe hire West Indies legend to help Women's T20 World Cup bid
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6 sixes in an over in T20s: Nepal's Dipendra Airee becomes 3rd player to accomplish feat - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Dipendra Singh Airee Makes History in T20Is
- Dipendra Singh Airee became only the third player to hit six sixes in an over in a T20I against Qatar.
- Airee scored 64 runs in 21 balls, including three fours and seven sixes.
- Airee previously held the record for the fastest T20I fifty in nine balls against Mongolia.
- Airee also hit five sixes in one over and one more in the next over, hitting sixes in consecutive balls.
Three suspects linked to 30 murders shot dead in Booysens, Joburg: Three suspects were shot dead and three others were arrested after a shootout with a law ...
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‘We have to beg for permission’: Why there isn’t more African talent in the Matildas
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Sibanye cuts more jobs after shutting loss-making Marikana shaft: South Africa's Sibanye Stillwater will close its 4 Belt shaft at Marikana and shed 855 jobs ...
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Nigeria's grid collapses weeks after tariffs raised for wealthier consumers: Nigeria's creaking grid collapsed for the fifth time this year in the early hours of ...
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Nigeria's junior footballers denied visas to play in Spain, says NFF: The Future Eagles were set to fly to Spain on Tuesday, ahead of their first match on Friday ...
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Nigeria becomes first country to roll out new meningitis vaccine, WHO says: Nigeria has become the first country in the world to roll out the
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IFP's Hlabisa: MK Party supported by disgruntled ANC members: The IFP is not concerned about the rise of Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party in KwaZulu Natal ...
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Quick Glance: IFP President Criticizes DA's Western Cape Policies, Pledges to Prioritize Equality and Development
- IFP President Velenkosi Hlabisa emphasized his party's dedication to addressing the increasing wealth gap in the province.
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Slain Chiefs player Fleurs’ dad wants to see alleged hijackers ‘face to face’ in court on Friday
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Chinese pianist Lang Lang gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame: His inclusion places him among a select group of Asian artistes like Bruce Lee ...
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Jacob Zuma wins court battle to stand in South Africa's election: South Africa's ex-president wins an appeal against his earlier disqualification by the ...
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Quick Glance: The Unstoppable Impunities of Jacob Zuma
- Former President Jacob Zuma secures a significant victory for his MK party, confirming his candidacy.
- The MK party leverages court cases for nationwide publicity, establishing a strong presence in voters' minds.
- Zuma, amidst surviving various scandals, aims for a political comeback with support from the ANC government.
- The ANC's actions have facilitated Zuma's resurgence, inadvertently creating a formidable opposition in the process.
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
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Quick Glance: South African Butts Rated Biggest in the World
- South Africa tops the list of the biggest butts in the world in the latest research.
- South Africa's successful athletes have won the Rugby World Cup and a mixed martial arts trophy in recent years.
- The size of the buttocks fluctuates with fashion trends, but genetics play the most significant role.
- South Africa's butts have long been a symbol of posteriors. Researchers at Gitnux evaluated the top 15 countries with the biggest buttocks, with South Africa leading the list.
Chibok girls feel let down 10 years after Nigeria kidnapping: Most of the Chibok girls abducted 10 years ago in Nigeria are now free but some feel badly let down ...
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Will Africa ever host the Olympic Games as Egypt prepares 2036 bid?: The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris are 100 days away, but Africa has never hosted the world's ...
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Messi in Mexico: Why Inter Miami’s squandered opportunity is also a loss for MLS: Messi's first competitive club match in Mexico had all the atmosphere of a big ...
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Quick Glance: Inter Miami and Monterrey: Nationalism and Rivalry
- Tunnel altercation escalates rivalry before crucial Concacaf match.
- Monterrey manager hints at Messi influencing the game.
- Messi irked by disrespectful comments from Van Gaal and Ortiz.
- Messi and Inter Miami confront Monterrey's coach and staff.
Brazil World Cup winner Romario, 58, comes out of retirement to sign for club: Brazil's World Cup winner Romario has come out of retirement to sign for ...
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Another court restrains APC excos from taking further action against Ganduje: The court restrained the ward's legal adviser, Halidu Maigwanjo ...
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SA’s blue-light spending spree on political VIPs ‘is jeopardising visible policing and crime-fighting’
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After the fire in Arnstadt: Olympic champion Lange donates his first World Championship gold
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IPL heroics sees Narine in West Indies sights for T20 World Cup: Narine has been one of the surprise packets of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) seasons ...
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Seche Opens South Africa’s First Landfill Water Treatment Plant: A unit of Seche Environnement SA has opened South Africa’s first landfill water treatment plant ...
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Australia's Marsh returns home from IPL following injury: Delhi Capitals all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has returned home after suffering a hamstring niggle in the ...
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2026 World Cup Qualifier: Benin Republic To Host Super Eagles In Abidjan: The Squirrels of Benin Republic will host the Super Eagles of Nigeria in a 2026 FIFA ...
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Richest Middle East Families: Qatar’s Al Thanis Use $150 Billion for Influence: The Al Thani family’s fortune is poised to swell alongside the expansion of the ...
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Paid articlePaid Delay In Appointing Next Coach May Affect Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifying Chances –Sodje Warns NFF
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Four killed as their vehicle rolls into a car dealership, trapping them inside: Four people died when their BMW vehicle rolled several times, landing in a Toyota ...
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Addressing the water crisis in South Africa: Scarcity, climate change, and the spread of disease.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino told MLS owners to ‘be bold’ with spending: In an informal conversation with the league's board, Infantino emphasized the need ...
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The curling stones of the Schaffhausen World Cup are on the move: The yellow and red stones that curled elegantly or powerfully across the ice at the men's World ...
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Addressing Nigeria's Mental Health Challenge Amidst Economic Hardship | Africanews
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Decade of Revolt Sees South Africa's Gauteng End Road Tolls: After facing more than a decade of civil disobedience, the rulers of Gauteng — the province ...
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No place for Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill as Ajit Agarkar sent brand new 'Virat Kohli should open in T20 WC' suggestion
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BREAKING: Super Falcons qualify for first Olympics in 16 years: Despite the pressure, the Super Falcons held on to secure a historic qualification that will see ...
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Team USA Olympic roster rivals Dream Team: ‘We knew this was the team we wanted’: The American men have won four consecutive Olympic golds but have had a much ...
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Uli Hoeneß in the Sommermärchen trial: buying votes was "common practice": In the "Summer Fairytale" trial in Frankfurt, witness Uli Hoeneß explains that "lots ...
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How South Africa's former leader Zuma turned on his allies and became a surprise election foe | Africanews
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DEVELOPING: Record-chasing Chess master, Tunde Onakoya completes 24 hours undefeated
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Oldest living conjoined twins, Lori and George Schappell, die at 62: The oldest living conjoined twins have died in Pennsylvania at age 62. They pursued separate ...
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Nigerian military kills 192 terrorists, apprehends 341 others – official: DHQ said the troops also recovered 211 assorted weapons and 6,288 assorted ammunition ...
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Governor Fubara throws jabs at Wike over comments on Odili: Governor Fubara threw jabs at Mr Wike during the commissioning of a primary healthcare facility ...
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Michael Palin on the loss of his wife of 57 years: ‘you feel you’ll never have a friend as close as that’
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Fit-again Kuldeep back in elements in return to IPL action: Delhi Capitals spinner Kuldeep Yadav made a match-winning contribution in his return to action in the ...
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Paris 2024: Triathlon swimming could be cancelled because of poor water quality: The swimming leg of the triathlon could be cancelled if heavy rain affects water ...
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Before Arnold Dix saved dozens from an underground tomb, he was a hero during Qatar's 'World Cup of Shame'
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Betta Edu, Sadiya Farouq, others not yet cleared of alleged fraud – EFCC: EFCC clarified in a statement on Sunday that it "has not cleared anyone allegedly ...
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Nigeria suspends permit of 3 private jet operators | Africanews: Nigeria's Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has taken action against private jet operators ...
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Nigeria recalls J&J children's cough syrup over toxic substance: Nigeria's health regulator is recalling a batch of Johnson & Johnson children's cough syrup ...
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Despite gov’t intervention, price of garri soars in Akwa Ibom: Garri, which sold N500 for four cups in the last week of March, now sells for the same amount for ...
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BREAKING: Police, others prevent EFCC from arresting Yahaya Bello: Officers of the Nigeria Police Force and some armed men dressed in black with the inscription ...
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Egypt's women rappers fight for place in rising scene: Egyptian rapper Dareen is a whirlwind of sharp verses and curly hair on stage ...
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Nigeria, Zambia women win playoffs to take last two Olympic spots: Zambia and Nigeria locked up the last two spots in the women's soccer tournament at the Paris ...
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MEET THE CLASS OF 2024: Passion, Purpose And A Decade Of The 30 Under 30 List: The milestone speaks for itself: it’s the 10th anniversary of FORBES AFRICA’S 30 ...
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Jordie Barrett re-signs to NZ Rugby, confirms sabbatical: Jordie Barrett has become the first All Black to commit his services to New Zealand Rugby beyond the ...
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‘I felt very out of control’: Lanning reveals reason for early retirement: Seven-time World Cup winner and Australia’s most decorated captain Meg Lanning has ...
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The close, secret ties that bound Israel to apartheid South Africa: ‘The Palestine Laboratory’ sheds light on how close the political, ideological and military ...
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62 year old woman catfished by fake Gary Barlow on Facebook: A woman from Colchester was 'catfished' by a scam artist pretending to be Take That's ...
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Quick Glance: 62-year-old Woman Duped by Fake Gary Barlow on Facebook
- A 62-year-old woman named Janet Smith was tricked by a scam artist pretending to be Gary Barlow from Take That.
- After persuading the fake Gary to reveal his true identity, it turned out to be a 24-year-old man from Nigeria.
- Smith has decided to warn others about online scammers after learning that the scammer asked her for money, claiming to love her.
- She highlighted the risk older people face when adding fake celebrities on social media, emphasizing the potential financial losses and damage to celebrities' reputations.
Wisden names Pat Cummins the leading cricketer in the world as Ashleigh Gardner also earns acknowledgement
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Sextortion case: Two arrested in Nigeria after Australian boy's suicide: Two people in Nigeria threatened to send explicit photos to the teenager's family ...
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South Africa Elections: IFP Envisions “Grand Coalition” if ANC Loses Majority: South Africa’s fourth-largest political party envisions the country being led by a ...
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Paid articlePaid NiMet forecasts three-day sunshine, thunderstorms: NiMet urged the public to take adequate precaution as strong winds might precede rains in areas where ...
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England Pacer Jofra Archer Eager To Play In T20 World Cup, Doesn't Want "Another Stop-Start Year" | Cricket News
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PDP NWC passes Vote of Confidence on Acting National Chairman: The NWC passed the vote of confidence on Mr Damagun a day before the meeting of the national ...
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UBA’s annual profit surges 257% to N608 billion: Gross revenue for the pan-African financial services group which, apart from its home market Nigeria ...
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Waste pickers — ensuring dignity and a sustainable way of life for the unsung, unseen heroes of recycling
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-11-waste-pickers-ensuring-dignity-and-a-sustainable-way-of-life-for-the-unsung-unseen-heroes-of-recycling/
Against global standard, Nestle adds sugar to infant products in Nigeria, other countries – Report
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Quick Glance: Nestlé adds sugar to infant milk sold in poorer countries
- Nestlé adds sugar and honey to infant milk and cereal products in poorer countries, contradicting international guidelines.
- Public Eye's investigation revealed that products like Nido and Cerelac contain added sugar in many countries, while this is not the case in European markets.
- The World Health Organization warns of rising childhood obesity in poorer countries and emphasizes no added sugars for children under three years old.
- Nestlé defends the quality of its products but states that recipes vary based on regulation and local ingredient availability.
A Nigerian schoolgirl abducted by extremists 10 years ago is rescued pregnant, with 3 kids | Africanews
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