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Didier Drogba rules Africa
Ivorian and Chelsea striker, Didier Drogba, has been declared the African Footballer of the Year 2009 in Accra, Ghana. This makes it the second time since he last won the coveted prize in 2006. He edged out Inter and Cameroonian striker Samuel Eto'o to deny the latter a record fourth win.
The 32-year-old is leading Les Elephants to the 2010 summer…
The 32-year-old is leading Les Elephants to the 2010 summer…
Glo-CAF Awards 2009: Didier Drogba's profile
Four years ago he emerged as the African Best Player and he is back again to fight for the title. Tonight will tell in Accra, Ghana where he coincidentally grabbed the same award in 2006. Les Elephants captain is contesting against Ghana's Michael Essien and Cameroonian Samuel Eto'o.
Full profile below:
Full Name: Didier Drogba
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Glo-CAF awards 09: Micheal Essien`s profile
Ghana and Chelsea's midfield ace Michael Essien hopes to grab his maiden African Best Player award on Thursday. Essien born on the 3rd of December, 1982, is undoubtedly one of the world's best midfielders. He began his football career right after senior high school at the St. Augustine College in the central region of Ghana.
The 27-year-old…
The 27-year-old…
Glo-CAF Awards 2009: Samuel Eto'o's profile
Inter and Cameroonian striker Samuel Eto'o is looking forward to a fourth CAF Best Player of the continent for 2009. Perhaps the year under review was his best ever has he won four cups with Barcelona.
So who is Samuel Eto’o?
Full Name: Samuel Eto'o
Nationality: Cameroonian
Date of Birth: 10/03/1981
Position: Striker
Current…
So who is Samuel Eto’o?
Full Name: Samuel Eto'o
Nationality: Cameroonian
Date of Birth: 10/03/1981
Position: Striker
Current…
Who is Who: Drogba, Essien, Eto`o?
The battle for the Best African Player for 2009 reaches its crescendo tonight as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) hosts its awards ceremony in Accra, Ghana. The cliffhanger is between Chelsea duo Michael Essien and Didier Drogba of Ghana and Ivory Coast respectively as well as Inter Cameroonian striker Samuel Fils Eto'o.
Africanews’…
Nigeria: 49 people charged over Jos killings
Over 49 people totalling 200 arrested during the killings near the city of Jos in Nigeria are to be charged with murder after communal violence that left scores of villagers dead. According to police, 109 Christians and 300 Muslims died in bloodshed totalling to about 500 people in the killings.
In Nigeria's central Plateau State, Christians occupy…
In Nigeria's central Plateau State, Christians occupy…
Human rights defender denied bail
Magistrate Hliary Ubeke of the Banjul Magistrate's Court on Thursday denied bail for Edwin Nebolisa Nwakaeme, director of programs of the Africa in Democracy and Good governance (ADG), who is charged with giving false information.
Appearing in court on Thursday, Magistrate Ubeke denied the bail application filed by defense counsel, Assan Martin,…
Appearing in court on Thursday, Magistrate Ubeke denied the bail application filed by defense counsel, Assan Martin,…
African gays issue ultimatum
Mozambican and Malawian gays ended private meetings Tuesday, with the gays issuing a strong-worded ultimatum to African Union Chairperson Bingu wa Mutharika for the unconditional release of Monjeza and Chimbalanga. Mutharika has come under a heavy spate of criticism for violating gay rights.
"Failing which, we will begin to lobby African countries…
"Failing which, we will begin to lobby African countries…
Ghana: 'Rainbow' appears in the sky
Ghanaians were held spellbound when the halo phenomenon emerged in the skies late Wednesday morning. Hundreds of people stepped out of their offices to take pictures of the celestial wonders. Onlookers believed it was signs of the last days. "Jesus is coming today," fascinated Victoria Mintah told AfricaNews.
However, meteorologists said…
However, meteorologists said…
US hails Malawi's Commercial Court
The United States Ambassador to Malawi Peter Bodde has hailed the Commercial Court Division of the Malawi High Court for among other things improving the process of settling business related disputes.
Speaking when he presented $100 000 worth of reference materials, computers and internet service equipment to the court’s library in the city of…
Speaking when he presented $100 000 worth of reference materials, computers and internet service equipment to the court’s library in the city of…
W/Africa: UN project boosts farmers’ lives
A UN-German supported agricultural scheme is changing the lives of farmers engaging in organic farming in five West African nations - Senegal, Sierra Leone, Burkina Faso, Cameroon and Ghana. Some 5000 farmers have so far benefited from this rewarding project, according to a statement by the FAO.
The $2.4 million UN Food and Agricultural Organization…
The $2.4 million UN Food and Agricultural Organization…
Sudan: 2m displaced persons return home
Two of four million people who fled the civil war in South Sudan have returned after the 2005 peace agreement, the international migration agency said on Tuesday.
About two million people died in the 22-year war between south Sudanese rebels and the government in Khartoum, according to the UN, in a conflict fuelled by religion, ethnicity, ideology,…
About two million people died in the 22-year war between south Sudanese rebels and the government in Khartoum, according to the UN, in a conflict fuelled by religion, ethnicity, ideology,…
Nana Kofi: I photograph what I see
One of Africanews.com's professional photographers Nana Kofi Acquah who is based in Ghana tells about his profession and what makes him stand out among the lots in the world of photography.
Nana traces his roots to Elmina, Ghana. Growing up by the Elmina Castle and hearing all the haunting stories on slavery, he grew up believing, he might not…
Nana traces his roots to Elmina, Ghana. Growing up by the Elmina Castle and hearing all the haunting stories on slavery, he grew up believing, he might not…
Ethiopia: PM denies aid was diverted
The Ethiopian Prime Minister, Meles Zenawi has denied the allegation which claimed that 95% of the $100m aid raised by Live Aid and others to fight famine in rebel-held northern Ethiopian in 1985 was diverted to be spent on weapons.
He said the BBC had fallen for lies put out by his political opponents on the eve of a general election in Addis Ababa…
He said the BBC had fallen for lies put out by his political opponents on the eve of a general election in Addis Ababa…
AU to end Zimbabwe, Kenya conflicts
The Norwegian Minister of Environment and Development Cooperation, Erik Solheim, had asked the African Union (AU) leader, Malawi President Bingu wa Mutharika to do all he can to ensure conflicts in Zimbabwe and Kenya ended amicably.
In Zimbabwe, Tsvangirai and long-stayed President Robert Mugabe are sharing a government of national unity (GoU). Tension…
In Zimbabwe, Tsvangirai and long-stayed President Robert Mugabe are sharing a government of national unity (GoU). Tension…
Nigeria: National security boss fired
The National Security Adviser of Nigeria Sarki Mukhtar has been fired over the Jos crisis that led to the death of about 400 people on Sunday. The acting President Dr. Goodluck Jonathan replaced him with Aliyu Gusau, a one time National Security Adviser to former President, Olusegun Obasanjo.
About 400 corpses from the Sunday massacre were given mass…
Ghana`s Rawlings: Change lies in dialogue
Former Ghanaian president JJ Rawlings had warned Nigerians against the use of violent reform of the nations political and socio- economic landscape. He said such times were gone and the best way to effect change lies in dialogue and peaceful means.
The former coupist was speaking with journalists shortly after he had paid a courtesy call on the acting…
The former coupist was speaking with journalists shortly after he had paid a courtesy call on the acting…
Renowned Senegalese film maker dies
Legendary Senegalese film director, screenwriter and producer, Mahama Johnson Traore, has died, after a long illness.
A founding member of the Pan-African Film Festival (FESPACO), Traore reportedly died Monday morning in Paris, France, at age 68. Born in 1942 in Dakar, he directed several feature films and movies with themes of societal and political…
A founding member of the Pan-African Film Festival (FESPACO), Traore reportedly died Monday morning in Paris, France, at age 68. Born in 1942 in Dakar, he directed several feature films and movies with themes of societal and political…
UN extols Sierra Leone for relief effort
The United Nation Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has on behalf of his organization commended the government and people of Sierra Leone for their relief effort towards Haiti following the aftermath of an earthquake which left more than two hundred dead and millions homeless in that country.
“On behalf of the United Nations Secretary General and…
“On behalf of the United Nations Secretary General and…
Kenya: Ministers barred from travelling
President Kibaki has barred all ministers and assistant minister from travelling to foreign countries as Kenya's quest for a new constitution since independence enters a crucial stage. A presidential circular and made public on Monday bars all ministers from travelling abroad during the discussion on the draft constitution.
Kenya’s parliament…
Kenya’s parliament…


