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Benin vs Nigeria LIVE! AFCON 2025 qualifier result, match stream and latest updates today

Victor Osimhen nets a late equaliser with the Super Eagles already confirmed of a place at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2025

Evening Standard

‘Africa in a glass’: Abidjan cocktail week mixes local flavours for global palates

Ivory Coast drinks festival aims to champion and change perceptions of alcohol made in the region

The Guardian - UK

Victims of toxic waste dump in Ivory Coast still seeking justice

It's an environmental tragedy with ongoing consequences in Ivory Coast. Back in 2006, the company Trafigura wanted to get rid of 500 cubic metres of toxic waste from the refining of petroleum products stored on its cargo ship Probo Koala. After three countries refused the ship, it finally unloaded its…

France 24

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ICoast Kicks Off First Vaccination Drive Against Malaria

In Abobo, a poor neighbourhood in Abidjan, dozens of women with babies strapped to their backs line up in front of nurses as Ivory Coast kicked off its first vaccination drive against malaria on Monday.

International Business Times

Nigerian singer-songwriter Yemi Alade: 'My art is a reflection of who I am'

In this edition we meet a true superstar from Nigeria – the sensational singer-songwriter Yemi Alade. A musical trailblazer since 2015, Yemi has captivated audiences worldwide with her incredible talent. Her music is a mixture of Afropop, highlife, dancehall, pop and R'n'B. We had the pleasure of meeting her during…

France 24

Ivory Coast Faces Challenges With Urban Demolitions

Hundreds of homes demolished in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, leaving residents homeless. Government cites public health concerns, sparking outrage and protests.

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Behind The Growth, Ivory Coast's Debt Fuels Debate

Abidjan's soaring Alassane Ouattara bridge lit up at night in the colours of the national flag is Ivory Coast's jewel in the crown after years of investment.

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Skin-whitening trend continues in Ivory Coast, despite ban

Eight years after a national ban on skin-whitening products came into force in Ivory Coast, the trend continues to boom despite its health risks. Half of Abidjan's women are known to engage in skin depigmentation, which can lead to serious health issues such as diabetes and hypertension. NGOs are denouncing…

France 24

Shady Bleaching Jabs Fuel Health Fears, Scams In W. Africa

In her quest for "fair skin", an Ivorian YouTuber recently visited a market stall in Abidjan to receive several injections promoted as containing whitening agents.

International Business Times

'Festival of Laughter' in Abidjan celebrates African stand-up comedy

Comedians from across French-speaking Africa are in Abidjan this weekend for the ninth Festival of Laughter – an event that aims to promote stand-up comedy on the continent, with a hefty dose of self-mockery.

Radio France Internationale

Ivory Coast people ‘deserve’ dramatic 2023 AFCON title win against Nigeria

The Ivory Coast complete their own tournament of comebacks to beat Nigeria 2-1 in the 2023 AFCON final in Abidjan.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria vs Ivory Coast as it happened! How to watch AFCON final, live minute-by-minute updates, teams

Here's how to watch a Nigeria vs Ivory Coast live stream free online from anywhere — follow all the action here on our minute-by-minute from the AFCON final in Abidjan

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Ivory Coast could make AFCON a story for the ages – but Africa's dream of hosting another full World Cup may be a way off

FFT's senior staff writer headed to Abidjan for the Africa Cup of Nations, and assesses the chances of the continent being chosen again as sole hosts of the globe's biggest tournament

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Stade d'Olembe tragedy families invited to AFCON final in Abidjan

Families of victims from the Stade d'Olembe tragedy have been invited to the Africa Cup of Nations final in Abidjan, according to CAF President Patrice Mot...

Top News

Late Penalty Saved Egypt from Defeat in Africa Cup Opener

Egypt and Nigeria kick off their Africa Cup of Nations campaigns with mixed results. Egypt salvages a draw with a late penalty, while Nigeria is held to a ...

Al Jazeera

AFCON 2023: Full tournament schedule

The complete list of fixtures for the Africa Cup of Nations 2023 in Cote d’Ivoire.

Evening Standard

How to watch Nigeria vs Equatorial Guinea: TV channel and live stream for AFCON game today

Victor Osimhen and the Super Eagles begin their latest Africa Cup of Nations bid today

Radio France Internationale

Cote d'Ivoire beat Guinea Bissau to launch party time at Africa Cup of Nations

Hosts Cote d'Ivoire won their Africa Cup of Nations opener against Guinea Bissau on Saturday 2-0, kicking off a post-victory party in the streets of Abidjan.

The Independent UK

Hosts Ivory Coast kick off Africa Cup of Nations with victory over Guinea-Bissau

Ivory Coast 2-0 Guinea-Bissau: Seko Fofana and Jean-Philippe Krasso scored in each half to secure an opening win in Abidjan

Evening Standard

Ivory Coast 2-0 Guinea-Bissau: AFCON hosts overcome first-night nerves to open tournament with valuable win

Seko Fofana and Jean-Philippe Krasso hit goals in Abidjan

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