Africa Daily Insight - Page 3

England clinched a dramatic 2-1 win over Italy in extra time to book their spot in the Women's EURO 2025 final. After trailing for most of the match, late goals from substitutes Michelle Agyemang and Chloe Kelly turned the game around, showing England’s resilience and depth. Coach Sarina Wiegman’s squad is now set for a showdown with either Germany or Spain.

Alexander Isak wants to leave Newcastle United for greater ambitions. The club's £150 million price tag and Liverpool's big spending complicate a transfer. Isak's omission from pre-season signals rising tension as Newcastle faces tough decisions. The saga highlights strained player-club relations and Champions League dreams.

Patrice Evra has revealed he once refused to shake Sir Alex Ferguson's hand after being left out of Manchester United’s 2007 FA Cup final lineup. His defiance followed deep frustration but ended with a heartfelt apology from Ferguson, highlighting the complexities in elite football relationships.

Kolawole Ajeyemi has thrown his support behind his wife Toyin Abraham as she announces her latest film, Alakada: Bad and Boujee, coming to cinemas in December 2024. The comedy is the newest entry in the beloved Alakada series and fans are already buzzing about its release.

Game 6 of the NBA Finals pits the Thunder as 6-point favorites against the Pacers, with attention on Haliburton's injury and Siakam's scoring role. Improved home shooting boosts OKC's odds, with bets favoring their defensive edge to cover the spread.

Disneyland has announced the 2025 dates and increased ticket prices for the Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween event at Disney California Adventure. The festivities will run from August 17 to October 31, featuring Villains Grove, Treat Trails, parades, and more. Tickets go on sale June 26, with pre-sales for Magic Key holders.

Tyrese Haliburton's stunning shot with 0.3 seconds left pushed the Pacers past the Thunder, 111-110, in the first game of the 2025 NBA Finals. Despite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 38 points, the Thunder's late miss let Indiana snatch the win and seize the series momentum.

Kenya now requires all households to sort their trash with green, blue, and red bags to separate organic waste, recyclables, and hazardous materials. This system will be enforced with GPS-tracked trucks and modern recycling facilities, aiming to cut landfill use, boost recycling, and support global climate efforts.

Braga, riding a five-match winning streak, take on struggling Gil Vicente in the Primeira Liga on February 9, 2025. With a dominant history and superior stats, Braga are clear favorites, while Gil Vicente hope to avoid another away defeat in what could be a high-scoring clash.

The Warriors are up 1-0 after a strong Game 1 win over the Timberwolves, with Buddy Hield leading the charge. Game 2 shifts to Minnesota where the Wolves are hungry to even the series. Broadcast and streaming details let fans catch all the action live.

Nigerian activist Deji Adeyanju presses the ICPC to arrest and prosecute anyone linked to the missing N71.2bn from the Nigeria Education Loan Fund. Only N28.8bn of the N100bn released reached students. The case has sparked outcry over accountability and the future of student support.

Jamie Vardy's electric form helped Leicester City achieve their remarkable 2015-16 Premier League title win. His goals, pressing, and partnership with Riyad Mahrez turned doubters into believers and cemented his place among the league's elite strikers.