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The Africa Finance Corporation has renewed its partnership with Ecobank Nigeria and Soto Gallery for the upcoming +234 Art Fair, reflecting the growth of the Nigerian creative economy.

Authorities in Uvira, DRC, have announced the discovery of two mass graves while they return to restore public services after leaving due to the AFC/M23 presence.

The DR Congo government launched multiple attacks against AFC/M23 rebels, particularly around the strategic mining town of Rubaya, utilizing drone strikes.

Willy Ngoma, the military spokesperson for the AFC/M23 rebel group, was killed in a drone attack near Rubaya in North Kivu, according to rebel sources.

AFC/M23 spokesperson Lt. Col Willy Ngoma was killed in a drone strike by Congolese army forces amid ongoing conflict in the region.

A crucial border crossing between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Burundi has reopened after being closed for over two months due to an offensive by the Rwanda-backed AFC/M23 group.

Violent clashes between Congolese armed forces and Twirwaneho fighters, allied with the AFC/M23, have escalated in South Kivu, resulting in significant displacement among local populations.

Bertrand Bisimwa of the AFC/M23 movement has criticized peace mediators for their indifference towards ongoing attacks on civilians in South Kivu province, specifically citing large-scale violence in Minembwe and surrounding areas.

The AFC Champions League 2 (West Region) has seen the completion of the teams qualifying for the quarter-finals following a highly competitive round of 16.

A Saudi referee narrowly escaped an attempted attack by angry fans in Indonesia after a controversial match.

Al Nassr prepares to face Arkadag today in the AFC Champions League 2 knockout stage after winning the first leg 1-0.

A month after the withdrawal of the M23 group from Uvira, the city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is slowly recovering but still grapples with the aftermath of violence and disruptions to trade.

Al-Sadd faces Al-Ittihad in the final round of the AFC Champions League on February 17, 2025.

In a match between Al Ahli Dubai and Al Ahli Saudi Arabia, goalkeeper Hamad Al Maqbali scored an own goal, contributing to a 4-3 defeat for his team in the AFC Champions League.

Al Ahli Saudi Club defeated UAE's Shabab Al Ahli 4-3 in the AFC Champions League, ensuring their qualification to the next round while Sharjah's hopes ended with a loss to Nasaf.

The match between Saudi Al Hilal and UAE Al Wahda in the AFC Champions League will determine the top position in the group as Al Hilal seeks to maintain their unbeaten record.

The article reflects on the personal memories and identities of individuals of Rwandan origin living in Uvira, DR Congo, against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict in the eastern region.

The head of MONUSCO, Vivian van de Perre, visited Goma to discuss the monitoring mechanism for a potential ceasefire with the AFC/M23 group amid ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Residents of Goma express skepticism about peace prospects despite the arrival of the MONUSCO chief.

Ulsan's debut under new coach Kim Hyun-seok resulted in a 1-2 defeat to Melbourne City, jeopardizing their chances of advancing in the AFC Champions League Elite.

The AFC Champions League round of 16 match features Al Nassr from Saudi Arabia taking on Arkadag in Turkmenistan.

Al-Hussein of Jordan won against Esteghlal of Iran 1-0 in the AFC Champions League 2, while Al-Zawra of Iraq triumphed over Al-Wasl of the UAE with a score of 3-2.

The Saudi Union fans' impressive tifo display at the King Abdullah Sports City captivated attendees during their match against Al-Gharafa in the AFC Champions League.

The article provides details about the live broadcast of the AFC Champions League match between Al-Ittihad of Saudi Arabia and Al-Gharafa of Qatar, emphasizing its importance for both teams' chances to advance in the tournament.

The South Korean women's national football team has announced its 26-player roster for the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup to be held in Australia, with a focus on both experienced and rookie players.

A new report by the Africa Finance Corporation reveals that Africa possesses $29.5 trillion in mineral wealth, but much of its value remains untapped due to various challenges.

The Saudi Union must win against Qatari Gharafa to secure a place in the knockout round of the 2025-2026 AFC Champions League.

The article reviews the results of the seventh round of the AFC Champions League Elite, where no team managed to secure a victory, and four out of eight spots have been filled for the knockout stage.

The article covers the live broadcast of the match between Saudi Al Hilal and Dubai's Al Ahli in the AFC Champions League.

Al-Wahda from the UAE is set to face Al-Ahli from Saudi Arabia in a seventh round match of the AFC Champions League for the 2025-2026 season.

The New England Patriots have transformed from a four-win season to becoming AFC Champions, marking a remarkable turnaround in their performance.

Al-Wahda will face Al-Ahli in the AFC Champions League, with both teams vying to improve their standings as they hold 13 points each in the group stage.

The Saudi Al-Hilal team will face Al-Ahli Dubai Youth in the AFC Champions League, with Al-Hilal currently leading the standings.

Nilson Angulo has been officially introduced as the new player for Sunderland AFC, where he will wear the traditional number 10 shirt, signifying the club's confidence in his abilities.

The African Union condemned the drone attack by the politico-military group AFC/M23 on the strategic airport of Kisangani, describing it as a potential "terrorist act."

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission condemns a drone attack by AFC/M23 on Kisangani Airport, emphasizing its risk to civilians and violation of international humanitarian law.

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission condemns a drone attack by AFC/M23 on Kisangani Airport, emphasizing the threat it poses to civilian safety and international humanitarian law.

Thuringia's AfD faction leader Björn Höcke has failed in his vote of no confidence against Prime Minister Mario Voigt, with reporter Daniel Koop stating that the AfD's tactical game did not succeed.

The AFC and M23 rebels have admitted to carrying out a drone strike on Kisangani airport in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, targeting a military command center.

The Asian Football Confederation announced the final list of countries applying to host the next two editions of the AFC Asian Cup in 2031 and 2035.

Ryan Fitzpatrick suggests that despite the New York Jets' long playoff drought and a disappointing season, there might be a silver lining for Jets fans watching their AFC East rival, the New England Patriots, play in Super Bowl LX against the Seattle Seahawks.

The AFC/M23 rebels have claimed responsibility for drone attacks on the Bangoka airport in Kisangani, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, which were subsequently controlled by the army and partners.

The NFC defeated the AFC 66-52 in the 2026 NFL Pro Bowl, led by George Pickens and Antoine Winfield, marking the fourth consecutive victory for the NFC in this matchup.

The top players from the AFC and NFC are competing today in the NFL Pro Bowl Games 2026, which is part of the pre-Super Bowl festivities featuring the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.

The Congolese government and the armed group AFC/M23 signed a new document clarifying the ceasefire observation mechanism as part of ongoing peace negotiations in Doha.

In the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, provincial authorities accused the AFC/M23, supported by Rwanda, of carrying out drone attacks on the Bangoka International Airport near Kisangani.

At least 227 people died due to a coltan mine collapse in Rubaya, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, amidst ongoing internal conflict and control by the M23 group and AFC rebel coalition.

Mike Tomlin's sudden departure following a significant playoff loss has initiated an uncommon coaching search for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Mike Tomlin has decided to step down as the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers following a series of losses, including a recent blowout in the AFC Wild Card Round.

Aaron Rodgers walked out of a press conference after defending Steelers coach Mike Tomlin from criticism following a significant playoff loss to the Texans.