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German heiress Christina Block is on trial in Hamburg with six other people over the alleged abduction of two of her children in Denmark amid a custody dispute. The case took on a new dimension after the arrest of former German intelligence chief August Hanning for treason and espionage, according to The Ghana Report.
Source: Theghanareport
Equatorial Guinean club The Panthers FC withdraws from the second preliminary phase of the 2026-2027 CAF Confederation Cup because it lacks the funds to transport and accommodate 35 people in Algeria. USM Alger had agreed to host both matches, but the club says it did not receive the advance payment requested from CAF, according to its statement.
Source: Realequatorialguinea
A cultural programme launched in Kidira, eastern Senegal, introduces Senegalese and Malian young people to tales, stories and the history shared by the two countries. Supported by the European Union and Germany, the project is led by the Goethe-Institut under the RéZo programme, according to APS.
Source: APS
In Malabo, 512 young people received certificates after training in innovation and training of trainers organised under the UniPod project. The programme aims to develop young people’s skills and encourage solutions to national challenges, according to Realequatorialguinea.
Source: Realequatorialguinea
The Nampula branch of the Mozambique Liberation Front has called for the preservation of the historical legacy and ideals of Samora Machel, the first president of independent Mozambique. The party made the call during a tribute to the former leader, according to Jornal Notícias.
Source: Jornalnoticias
Rabiu Kwankwaso, vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has called on the African Democratic Congress to respond to allegations against its candidate rather than attack Peter Obi and himself. He says his party will not withdraw from the 2027 presidential election in favour of the ADC or any other party, according to a statement posted on X.
Source: Daily Post
Donald Trump urged France to close its borders, saying immigration was contributing to unrest in the country. The US president made the appeal on his Truth Social network on Sunday, as part of his repeated calls for tougher migration policies, the Daily Post reports.
Source: Daily Post
Zimbabwean property developer WestProp Holdings plans to transfer its Pomona City land portfolio to a new entity, Alpha Holdings Africa. The plan is intended to leave WestProp with its income-generating assets and improve its ability to pay dividends, the Financial Gazette reports.
Source: Fingaz
Club Africain drew 1-1 with TP Mazembe at Kamalondo Stadium in Lubumbashi in the second preliminary round of the African Champions League. The Tunisian club must now win or avoid a goalless draw in the second leg in Radès, according to La Presse.
Source: Lapresse
The France-Visas portal will be inaccessible in Algeria on 21 October, from 7am to 11am, notably preventing users from creating, completing or amending an application form. Capago Algeria is asking users with appointments to bring their printed form, according to its statement.
Source: Algérie 360
Senegalese singer Youssou Ndour challenged the sound being cut off during the Grand Bal at Bercy after venue managers told him the event had gone beyond its scheduled end time. He also criticised the welcome given to the audience and the long queues to enter, Dakaractu reports.
Source: Dakaractu
Caledonia Mining Corporation has cut its 2026 gold production target at Blanket Mine in Zimbabwe by up to 4,000 ounces. The company now aims to produce between 69,000 and 72,500 ounces, after equipment delays and processing difficulties in the third quarter, according to Fingaz.
Source: Fingaz
The Bulls comfortably beat Stade Français 56-20 in the Champions Cup, scoring eight tries, three of them by winger Cheswill Jooste. Coach Johan Ackermann praised the depth of his squad after the victory in Pretoria, while urging his team to remain focused ahead of a busy season.
Source: Businessday
Egypt’s National Defence Council has pledged Saudi Arabia any necessary defensive support in response to Houthi attacks, provided Riyadh requests it. President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi has also asked Parliament to authorise possible military assistance, while the council announced that diplomatic efforts would continue, according to the Egyptian presidency, cited by Al Jazeera.
Source: La Nouvelle Tribune
Chelsea’s Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez says he hopes to return to football in a few weeks after jaw surgery. He was injured during the 2-0 win over Everton in the Premier League, and young goalkeeper Mike Penders is expected to replace him during his recovery, according to Aminiya.
Source: Aminiya
Celtiis Bénin has distributed bonuses and grants to clubs, national teams and the Benin Football Federation, including 20 million CFA francs for Sobemap and 10 million for Coton FC. The partnership signed in 2024 provides for a total commitment of 1.5 billion CFA francs over five years, according to the telecoms operator.
Source: La Nouvelle Tribune
Ghana’s fire service has stepped up safety inspections at shopping centres, radio stations and other public buildings in Sekondi-Takoradi ahead of the harmattan season. Regional commander Cecil Addo wants to check that facilities comply with regulations and limit fires during the dry season, 3news reports.
Source: 3news
Nsingizini Hotspurs beat Mbabane Highlanders 1-0 in the Eswatini league on Saturday, handing the club a second consecutive defeat. Quality Dlamini scored the only goal in the 41st minute, while president Shauwn Mkhize, absent from the stadium, was in China for professional reasons, reports the Times of Eswatini.
Source: Times of Eswatini
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