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“Souleymane’s Story” – The truth and the lies [MOVIE REVIEW]

Easy Reader News - California · August 5, 2025

“Souleymane’s Story,” directed with finesse by Boris Lojkine and written by Lojkine and Delphine Agut, has won almost every imaginable film award in France, from “Un Certain Regard” at Cannes in 2024 to the awards presented to Abou Sangare...

CHAN 2024: Junior Nduka Targets Title As Home-Based Eagles Face Senegal

Naija News · August 5, 2025

The Group D encounter is scheduled for Tuesday night at the Amman Stadium in Zanzibar, with kickoff set for 6:00 p.m. Nigerian time. Speaking ahead of the clash, Junior Nduka said the team is drawing motivation from the recent achievements of...

Public Interest Registry Announces 2025 .ORG Impact Awards Finalists, Artist & Actor Common to Host

The Laotian Times · August 12, 2025

35 innovative, mission-driven organizations and changemakers selected from nearly 3,000 applicants across more than 120 countries RESTON, Va., Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Public Interest Registry (PIR), the people behind the .ORG domain, named...

2025 Women’s AfroBasket: How I faced Nigeria, others with injury – Senegal basketball star

Blueprint Newspapers Limited · August 3, 2025

Senegalese forward Cierra Dillard has disclosed that she played through injury during the semi-final clash against Nigeria’s D’Tigress at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship in Côte d’Ivoire. Despite her determined display, Senegal fell...

With 'Eleven Sixteen,' Ugo Mozie Enters a New Era in His Illustrious Fashion Career

OkayAfrica · August 4, 2025

Ugo Mozie had been working in the fashion industry for nearly a decade when he stumbled upon a life-changing family lore. At 25, the Nigerian American celebrity fashion stylist, turned fashion PR director, turned designer of the recently launched...

‘Celtic Utopia’ Shines a Spotlight on New Wave of Irish Folk Music Made “to Scare Priests and Politicians”

The Hollywood Reporter - California · August 4, 2025

You may think you know Irish, but have you ever listened to the new wave of Irish folk music? If your answer is no, Celtic Utopia (Útóipe Cheilteach) can help you out. The documentary from the Stockholm-based duo of Irish filmmaker Dennis Harvey...

2025 Women’s AfroBasket: Debutant South Sudan stun Senegal to clinch Bronze

Blueprint Newspapers Limited · August 3, 2025

Debutant South Sudan pulled off another major upset at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Tournament, defeating African basketball powerhouse Senegal 66-65 in a tense bronze medal match on Sunday. The thrilling encounter saw South Sudan edge past...

Abdoulaye Fall elected new president of Senegalese Football Federation

The Point ·

With 322 votes against 30 for Mady Touré, and 16 null ballots, Fall won by far, marking the end of an era for Senegalese football. The victory puts an end to Augustin Senghor's 16-year presidency (2009-2025), marked by victory at the 2021 CAN and...

Sports2 minutes ago FIBA Women’s AfroBasket: Nigeria Closes In On Senegal As One Of Africa’s Most Successful Teams [Top 5] Nigeria’s women’s basketball national team, D’Tigress have strengthened their claim as one of the most successful teams in the hi…

Naija News · August 4, 2025

Nigeria’s women’s basketball national team, D’Tigress have strengthened their claim as one of the most successful teams in the history of the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket after capturing their seventh continental title with a commanding 78-64 victory...

Historic CHAN day in Zanzibar as Senegal take on Nigeria in Group D clash

The Citizen ·

Dar es Salaam. The New Amaan Complex is set to make history on August 5, 2025, when it hosts its first-ever match of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024. The day will feature a double-header of high-stakes football, highlighted by...

Fabrizio Romano: Man Utd Hold Talks to Sign £80m 'Monster' in Garnacho Swap Deal

GiveMeSport · August 12, 2025

Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Chelsea outcast Nicolas Jackson in a potential swap deal for Alejandro Garnacho, GIVEMESPORT senior reporter Fabrizio Romano has revealed. The Old Trafford side have reportedly discussed a...

Tottenham v Newcastle Live TV – Global channel listings on Sunday

The Mag · August 3, 2025

Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Tottenham v Newcastle Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Sunday (12pm (UK) kick-off). The game kicking off 8pm local time in Seoul. The Newcastle...

D’Tigress Beat Senegal to Secure Spot in 2025 AfroBasket Final, Tinubu Reacts

Lagos Post Online · August 3, 2025

Nigeria’s female National Basketball Team, D’Tigress, secured their fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket final appearance on Saturday by defeating Senegal. The Nigerian ladies advanced to the final after a keenly contested semi-final game...

AfroBasket 2025: Tinubu Pays Special Tribute To D’Tigress, Wakama, After Victory vs. Senegal

Complete Sports · August 3, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has heaped praises on the D’Tigress and coach Rena Wakama for booking a place in the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket on Saturday. The Nigerian team had to dig deep to overcome their perennial rivals Senegal 75-68 in...

AfroBasket: D’Tigress Defeat Of Senegal To Qualify For Fifth Final Excites Tinubu

Daily Independent · August 3, 2025

1 President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s female basketball team, D’Tigress, on their remarkable achievement of reaching the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket. It marks the fifth consecutive time, the team is reaching the finals,...

Nigeria defeat Senegal to reach fifth consecutive AfroBasket championship final

Peoples Gazette · August 2, 2025

Nigeria’s D’Tigress are one game away from winning their fifth consecutive continental title after beating their Senegalese counterparts 75-68 to reach the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship. The semifinal tie was a rematch of...

D’Tigress Defeats Senegal To Qualify For 2025 Afro Basket Final, Tinubu Reacts

Naija News · August 3, 2025

The Nigerian ladies advanced to the final after a keenly contested semi-final game against Senegal, which ended in a 75–68 victory. Following the hard-earned victory, President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the D’Tigress for their resilience and...

world Mali ex-prime minister to stand trial over social media post, lawyer says

Asiaone · August 3, 2025

BAMAKO — A Malian court has detained and charged former Prime Minister Moussa Mara over a social media post criticising shrinking democratic space under military rule in the West African nation, his lawyer said late Friday (Aug 1). Mara is one of...

"Senegal is everything to me" - Gorgui Dieng on his national team journey

FIBA Basketball ·

DAKAR (Senegal) - What really defines an opportunity? Context is always the key. Unfortunately, the context surrounding a young Gorgui Dieng growing up in Senegal during the ‘90s is pretty much similar to the one bordering the next generation of...

BREAKING: Nigeria’s D’Tigress Beat Senegal 75-68 To Reach 2025 AfroBasket Women Final

Daily Independent · August 2, 2025

2 Defending champions , D’Tigress of Nigeria, defeated their fierce rivals, Senegal, 75-68 to reach the final of the 2025 AfroBasket Women ongoing on Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. The high-intensity encounter saw D’Tigress start strong, taking the first...