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Violence in Chad: 17 troops, 96 rebels killed in Boko Haram attack

At least 17 Chadian soldiers were killed in a weekend attack by Boko Haram militants on a military post that also left 96 of the attackers dead in the country’s west, according to Chadian army sources. The attack in the Lake Chad region, which has been plagued this year by frequent attacks from insurgents, happened […]

Libya: Banking digitalization crucial for investment confidence, Planning Minister says

Libya’s Planning Minister Mohamed Al-Zidani has underscored the importance of digital transformation in the country’s banking sector as a driver of investment confidence. Speaking at the Third Forum of Libyan Banks, held Monday, under the theme “A Digital Takeoff for Libyan Banks,” he said digitization is the product of collaboration between banks, regulators, and national […]

French Channel Describes AFCON Stadiums, TV Production, Fan Access as Genuine Step up in Standards

The staging of the first round of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) across six Moroccan cities shows a “clear step up in the event’s standards,” according to the French channel RMC Sport. In its review following the first-round matches, the French media outlet highlights modern stadiums, the quality of the pitches, spectator access, […]