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Chinese proficiency competition for university students held in Kenya
Guo Haiyan, Chinese Ambassador to Kenya, said that since its inception in 2002, the Chinese Bridge competition has attracted over 1.8 million young participants from more than 160 countries and regions.
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NFF Faulted for Neglect of Home-Based Players, Local Leagues
Former Nigerian international, Friday Ekpo has criticized the NFF for prioritizing foreign based players over those in the domestic league. Ekpo insists that the foundation of any successful national team should be rooted in its home league. The former League winner stressed that while foreign based players can add tactical depth and experience, they should [...] The post NFF Faulted for Neglect of Home-Based Players, Local Leagues appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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Yamal, Olise Are Unique In Their Own Craft –Osimhen
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has disclosed that Barcelona star Lamine Yamal and Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise are unique in their style of playing football. Recall that the two have obviously been among the best left-footed wingers in the world this season, dazzling in La Liga and the Bundesliga as well as the UEFA [...] The post Yamal, Olise Are Unique In Their Own Craft –Osimhen appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Arsenal vs Fulham: Where to watch Nigerian stars battle each other in the Premier League
Premier League action resumes this weekend as Arsenal welcome Fulham to the Emirates Stadium for a highly anticipated London derby, Soccernet.ng reports. ​There is plenty at stake in this Gameweek 35 fixture, with both sides desperate for points in the final stretch of the campaign. ​The Gunners are currently locked in a fierce title race […]
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“I hope he will” – Vitor Pereira shares hopeful update on Super Eagles star
Nottingham Forest head coach Vitor Pereira has provided an encouraging update on the fitness of Super Eagles defender Ola Aina ahead of Monday’s Premier League clash against Chelsea, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian defender was forced off with an injury concern during Thursday night’s 1-0 win over Aston Villa in the UEFA Europa League semifinal first leg encounter. Aina […]
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NPFL: Edidiong Targets Big Performance Against Former Club Remo Stars
Enyimba forward Ezekiel Edidiong is looking forward to Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 36 encounter against his former club, Remo Stars. The two clubs are battling to escape relegation from the top-flight this season. Enyimba and Remo Stars both have 43 points, occupying 13th and 16th positions respectively. Edidiong joined Enyimba from the [...] The post NPFL: Edidiong Targets Big Performance Against Former Club Remo Stars appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Bukayo Saka Returns From Injury Just in Time to Watch Arsenal Draw 1-1
Bukayo Saka’s return to the Arsenal squad for the Champions League semi-final first leg against Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano on Wednesday April 29 was the storyline that gave Arsenal supporters a reason for optimism ahead of a game they ultimately drew 1-1, with Saka not used by Mikel Arteta but listed among the […] The post Bukayo Saka Returns From Injury Just in Time to Watch Arsenal Draw 1-1 appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Ex-Nigeria Golden Eaglets star reveals chat with Bayern Munich legend Thomas Muller
Former Nigeria youth international Hamzat Ojediran has opened up about a memorable moment with German football legend Thomas Müller following a recent Major League Soccer (MLS) encounter, Soccernet.ng reports. The 22-year-old midfielder, who once starred for Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets, now plays in the MLS with Colorado Rapids, while Müller represents Vancouver Whitecaps. The two players […]
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Trump to remove tariffs on Scottish whisky
"In Honor of the King and Queen of the United Kingdom ... I will be removing the Tariffs and Restrictions on Whiskey having to do with Scotland's ability to work with the Commonwealth of Kentucky on Whiskey and Bourbon, two very important Industries within Scotland and Kentucky," Trump wrote on Truth Social.
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Godolude to sample new tracks in Byo show
Mthabisi Tshuma, mthabisimthire@gmail.com FRESH from a top drawer perfomance at the Independence Day gala, Tshibilika musician Godolude is tonight expected to tease fans with his upcoming tracks at a gig…
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Viktor Gyokeres Scores Penalty in Atletico Madrid Draw to Reach 19 Champions League Goals
Viktor Gyokeres delivered when Arsenal needed him most at the Wanda Metropolitano on Wednesday night, converting a first-half penalty with the composure that has defined his debut season at the Emirates to give the Gunners a 1-1 draw in the Champions League semi-final first leg that leaves everything to play for at the Emirates next […] The post Viktor Gyokeres Scores Penalty in Atletico Madrid Draw to Reach 19 Champions League Goals appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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JustLeo drops 3-Step anthem of Hope this Workers’ Day
Mbulelo Mpofu, mbulelo.smpofu@gmail.com TODAY, the world pauses to honour the sweat and toil of the global workforce this International Workers’ Day, and Victoria Falls’ very own cultural storyteller, Leoptra “JustLeo”…
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Max Dowman: How Arsenal’s 16-Year-Old Record Breaker Is Redefining What Youth Development Looks Like
There is a moment in most elite football careers when observers stop comparing a young player to someone they might become and start treating them as a story in their own right. For Max Dowman, that moment appears to have arrived before his 17th birthday, with the Chelmsford-born Arsenal attacking midfielder having spent the past […] The post Max Dowman: How Arsenal’s 16-Year-Old Record Breaker Is Redefining What Youth Development Looks Like appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Marcus Rashford’s Barcelona Future Hangs by a Thread as Aston Villa Enter Race and United Refuse to Budge
Marcus Rashford’s summer destination is becoming one of the most complicated transfer stories of the window before it has even formally opened, with Barcelona appearing increasingly reluctant to trigger the £26 million permanent option in his loan agreement, Manchester United refusing to lower that fee, and now Aston Villa emerging as the latest club entering […] The post Marcus Rashford’s Barcelona Future Hangs by a Thread as Aston Villa Enter Race and United Refuse to Budge appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Geo Pomona, Fumati join Friends of Veterans to spruce up heroes burial sites
Herald Reporter Friends of Veterans of the Liberation Struggle (FOVLS), an affiliate of the ruling party ZANU PF, has received corporate support for its patriotic work of sprucing up heroes’…
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Uganda warns of rising measles cases nationwide
"Investigations revealed that 75 percent of the measles cases are among children under five years of age while 64 percent measles patients never received any measles-rubella vaccination, while only 33 percent received only one dose of the vaccine; which is not adequate for protection," Olaro said.
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Nairobi Faces Water supply disruption After Gigiri Pipeline Damage
“Repair works are currently underway, with teams from the Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) and Nairobi Water on site working to restore supply. Water supply is expected to resume by 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026,” read the company’s statement.
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What to expect from a weekend in Laikipia at Chai Wa 14 Festival
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NFF’s Move For Foreign-Born Players A Threat To Homegrown Talents’ Development?
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is reportedly intensifying efforts to recruit more foreign-born players to represent the Super Eagles. While this strategy could strengthen the national team with top-quality talent and international experience, many fans are asking a critical question: Will this affect the growth and opportunities of homegrown Nigerian players? Related: Who Should Eric [...] The post NFF’s Move For Foreign-Born Players A Threat To Homegrown Talents’ Development? appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ruto Cuts Affordable Housing Deposit from 10% to 5%
"On this Labour Day, I say thank you to every Kenyan worker for not only believing in our country, but also for actively building it, sustaining it, and shaping its future," Ruto said. 
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NPFL: Niger Tornadoes Get Cash Incentive To Beat Kwara United
Niger Tornadoes players have been promised a ₦2 million bonus as motivation to secure victory over Kwara United in their Matchday 36 clash of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Danjuma Abdul Masu, Chairman of the Niger State Sports Commission, made the pledge to the players. Masu explained that the incentive is intended to boost [...] The post NPFL: Niger Tornadoes Get Cash Incentive To Beat Kwara United appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Ruto explains why Labour Day celebrations were held in a school compound
Speaking during the 2026 Labour Day celebrations at Chavakali Boys High School, the President said the government had been unable to commence construction until residents occupying the project site were compensated and relocated.
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Top African Nations To Watch As World Cup Odds Tighten
These days, stories about African football skip the old script of surprise. Just six weeks until the World Cup begins on June 11, some teams from the continent bring a mood that shifts past mere hope. Week after week, CAF sides show up when it matters most. A mix of fierce AFCON runs plus high [...] The post Top African Nations To Watch As World Cup Odds Tighten appeared first on Complete Sports.
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What Does the Bank of Ghana’s Financial Loss in 2025 Mean for the Country?
The Bank of Ghana’s latest financial results show a GH¢15.6 billion loss in 2025, up from GH¢9.4 billion in 2024. On the surface, that increase may appear alarming. But the reality is more nuanced, and far more reassuring, according to the central bank. This is not a sign of failure. It is a reflection of […]
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Ruto announces wage increases, housing reforms and health sector changes on Labour Day
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Police Nab Nine in Intelligence-Led Operation in Trans Nzoia West
The intelligence-led crackdown was carried out by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and Kitale Police Station, targeting Premium and Tuwani areas, which have recently seen a rise in gang activity.
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SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 92: Harry Kane Career Trajectory
Born in Walthamstow, London, on July 28, 1993, Harry Kane’s footballing journey began in his own neighborhood. Harry Kane has established himself as one of the world’s premier strikers. With his impeccable goal-scoring record and strategic presence on the field, Kane has become an integral part of the game, capturing the imagination of football enthusiasts [...] The post SPORTS PLANET Podcast…EPISODE 92: Harry Kane Career Trajectory appeared first on Complete Sports.
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D’Tigress WNBA Tour: Udezue Sees Bold Future Beyond Results
D’Tigress WNBA Tour Seen As Strategic Long-Term Investment The Chairman of the Marketing and Sponsorship Committee of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, Ugo Udezue, has made a review of the D’Tigress WNBA Tour and described it as a long-term investment for the team. The Nigerian women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, will be rounding off their playing [...] The post D’Tigress WNBA Tour: Udezue Sees Bold Future Beyond Results appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Chitungwiza dad kills 7-month-old baby while reversing car at home
Muchaneta Chimuka The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is investigating a case of culpable homicide in which a 44-year-old Chitungwiza man allegedly ran over his seven-month-old baby as he was reversing…
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Basketball National Clubs Start
Lovemore Dube, lovemore.dube@chronicle.co.zw THE National Basketball Club Championships have started in Bulawayo on Friday. Sinda Mono a spokesperson for the organisers said there is a 100 percent turnout of teams…
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Ngirici ousted from Kenya Seed Board a Day After Dumping UDA
In a letter dated April 30, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi directed the immediate removal of Ngirici from the board of the state-linked agricultural firm.
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Ghana Music Awards USA Unveils 2026 Nominees in Kumasi
The anticipation was palpable at The Octopus, Kumasi City Mall, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, as the Ghana Music Awards USA (GMA-USA) officially unveiled the nominees for this year’s highly anticipated awards ceremony. The glamorous event attracted artistes, industry stakeholders, and music lovers, highlighting the growing influence of Ghanaian music both at home and abroad. […]
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ZEC removes 6 284 from voters’ roll
Farirai Machivenyika Senior Reporter The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission has removed 6 284 dead people from the voters’ roll in line with provisions of the Electoral Act. The list of the…
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If We Had 10 Shatta Wale In The Music Industry, No Underground Artist Will Suffer – Takum opens up
Rising Ghanaian musician Takum has sparked conversation after boldly claiming that underground artists wouldn’t struggle as much if more industry players had the mindset of Shatta Wale. Speaking during a candid interview on the Ride And Chat show on YouTube, Takum praised Shatta Wale for his accessibility and willingness to support upcoming talent, qualities he […]
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Ruto Grants Wage Rise, Falls Short of Union Demands
Ruto said the wage adjustment reflects the government's commitment to improving workers livelihoods and addressing economic pressures that have weighed heavily on households in recent months.
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Oseikrom Sikanii collaborates with Kwaw Kese and Guru on the explosive new rap anthem “Gen Z Hiplife.”
The Ghanaian rap sensation Oseikrom Sikanii has collaborated with two of hiplife’s most influential voices, Kwaw Kese and Guru, to produce a powerful new single titled “Gen Z Hiplife.” This full-length rap track is a bold reflection on life, ambition, and survival, combining the energy of the new generation with the experience of industry titans. […]
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