Tragic capsizing off Libya claims 42 Lives

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported on Wednesday that a rubber boat carrying 49 migrants and refugees capsized off the coast of Libya, leaving 42 people presumed dead. The vessel, which departed from Zuwara on November 3, encountered high waves six hours into its journey, causing engine failure and overturning the boat. Libyan authorities […]

Benin scraps visa requirements for Chinese tourists, investors

Benin’s President Patrice Talon has abolished entry visa for Chinese investors and tourists wishing to visit the West African country, his office has announced on September 3. “Benin is opening up fully to China, to create a more solid bridge of cooperation that will benefit both countries, as well as to capture a share of […]

AFCON Morocco-2025 will be held from 21 Dec. 2025 to 18 Jan. 2026, announces CAF, expressing gratefulness to King Mohammed VI

The Executive committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced Friday the dates of Africa’s most popular and competitive football competition, the CAF TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) which will be hosted by Morocco. The final phases of the 35th edition of AFCON-2025 Morocco, will thus take place from 21 December 2025 to […]