Archives Tag: South Africa
New Release Date For Yvonne Chaka Chaka Nollywood Debut: 25th May
April 19, 2022
The date for the cinema release of the much anticipated Yvonne Chaka Chaka Nollywood debut movie has been moved to 25th May 2018, as confirmed by reliable sources. The movie; JJC (“Jonny Just Come”), which was earlier announced to hit cinemas on the 16th of March, 2018 is directed by AMVCA 2017 award-winning filmmaker Elvis … Continue reading New Release Date For Yvonne Chaka Chaka Nollywood Debut: 25th May
2018 U-17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingoes Battle Destructive Cameroon
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s U-17 female team, the Flamingoes will take on a fierce Cameroon in February, for a place in next year’s U17 Women’s World Cup in Uruguay. The Flamingoes, who were called to action too quickly without proper preparations, moved into the final games of the playoffs, after they defeated their Ethiopian counterparts in the second … Continue reading 2018 U-17 Women’s World Cup: Flamingoes Battle Destructive Cameroon
By achem
Falconets Thrash Morocco: Advance to World Cup Qualifiers Finals
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s football team, the Super Falconets have advanced to the final round of qualifiers in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup after they defeated Morocco 6-2 on aggregate. The Falconets, who left the first leg of the matchup in a 1-1 stalemate, met with the Moroccans on Saturday for the second leg at … Continue reading Falconets Thrash Morocco: Advance to World Cup Qualifiers Finals
By achem
Nigeria-South Africa Trade Now Worth ₦1.3 Trillion
April 19, 2022
In recent years, relations between Africa’s two economic powerhouses have undulated rather violently. Wave after wave of political, economic and diplomatic deals and toxic rows have made observing the progress in the partnership (or the lack of it) between these countries a bewildering endeavour. The evidence suggests that the ties between Nigeria and South Africa … Continue reading Nigeria-South Africa Trade Now Worth ₦1.3 Trillion
Nigeria Vs South Africa Match Verdict: Super Eagles Must Deliver Again!
April 19, 2022
The AFCON qualifier series hits home stretch tomorrow as six slots are up for grabs. The Super Eagles of Nigeria hosts Bafana Bafana of South Africa in the last round of matches in group A fixture. The match which will be played in Akwa-Ibom state in their new ultra modern, state-of-the-art stadium is set to have 30,000 … Continue reading Nigeria Vs South Africa Match Verdict: Super Eagles Must Deliver Again!
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Nigeria to Play South Africa in Cape Town
April 19, 2022
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has confirmed Cape Town as the venue for the 2015 AFCON qualifier between South Africa and Nigeria on September 10th. Despite South Africa’s recent poor run of results at the stadium, it is believed SAFA chose Cape Town as the venue due to the monies the association will receive … Continue reading Nigeria to Play South Africa in Cape Town
By arinzeude
Lafarge WAPCO Merges South Africa, Nigeria’s Businesses, Changes Name
April 19, 2022
Lafarge Group on Tuesday said it had combined its Nigerian and South African businesses to create a new name, Lafarge Africa Plc. The company, in a statement made available to our correspondent, said it had concluded plans to transfer all its shares in its businesses in Nigeria and South Africa to the new … Continue reading Lafarge WAPCO Merges South Africa, Nigeria’s Businesses, Changes Name
Massmart Takes On Shoprite As It Expands Into West African Retail Market
April 19, 2022
South African retailer, Massmart, says it will expand its food retail market in West Africa, starting with Lagos, Nigeria through its creation of Value Mart for low income earners. Massmart, which is known to operate GAME stores in West Africa, says that the success of the creation of the first Value Mart store will lead … Continue reading Massmart Takes On Shoprite As It Expands Into West African Retail Market
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World Music Market Report: Ghana’s Phonographic Industry Rakes In $10,000 in 2013
April 19, 2022
It is just a few weeks to the release of the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) world music market ranking and statistics, which had only South Africa in 2012. Ghana Association of Phonographic Industries (GAPI) has revealed making over $10,000 every year from 2007 till now, 2013, after it sealed a working relationship with … Continue reading World Music Market Report: Ghana’s Phonographic Industry Rakes In $10,000 in 2013
CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Defeat South Africa; Qualify for Quarter Finals
April 19, 2022
Nigeria had one of its best games since the start of the African Nations Championship in South Africa. The Super Eagles, comprising of home-based players, got an easy ride over host Bafana-Bafana in a 3-1 clash. Ejike Uzoenyi opened the net with a volley in the 22nd minute, which put the Eagles ahead while posing … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Super Eagles Defeat South Africa; Qualify for Quarter Finals
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Harrysong’s Nelson Mandela Tribute Song is 2013’s Most Downloaded Caller Tune in 24 Hours
April 19, 2022
A free memorial single, released in honour of late anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela, has been announced as the most downloaded caller tune within a 24-hour window. Titled ‘Tribute to Mandela’ and released by Nigerian singer-songwriter Harrysong, it amassed a record one million downloads in one day. ‘Tribute to Mandela’ was released on Wednesday December 11, just six … Continue reading Harrysong’s Nelson Mandela Tribute Song is 2013’s Most Downloaded Caller Tune in 24 Hours
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The Long Road Home – Nelson Mandela (1918 – 2013)
April 19, 2022
South Africa’s first black president, African icon, and anti-apartheid revolutionary, Nelson Mandela, is dead. He breathed his last on 5th December 2013 after a long and complicated battle with a lung disease. He was 95 years and 140 days old. Rolihlahla Mandela was born on 18th July 1918 in Mvezo, Cape Province, South Africa to … Continue reading The Long Road Home – Nelson Mandela (1918 – 2013)
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Nigeria to Overtake South Africa as Continent’s Largest Economy
April 19, 2022
A poll by Reuters has found that Nigeria is likely to take South Africa’s position as the continent’s largest economy within the next two years. Nigeria’s GDP is projected to increase exponentially when it is rebased at the end of 2013 to reflect changes in the economy in the past two decades. Economic analysts believe that … Continue reading Nigeria to Overtake South Africa as Continent’s Largest Economy
By kunle-binuyo
Famous Brands South Africa Acquires 49 percent Stake in Mr. Bigg’s
April 19, 2022
Famous Brands, South Africa, has acquired a 49 percent stake in UAC Restaurants Limited (UACR), a subsidiary of UAC of Nigeria PLC (UAC), the company has announced. The deal, which is effective from 1st October 2013, will give Famous Brands the 165 UACR franchised restaurants across Nigeria with 57 in Lagos and 14 in Abuja. … Continue reading Famous Brands South Africa Acquires 49 percent Stake in Mr. Bigg’s
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2014 African Nations Championship Fixtures
April 19, 2022
The draws for the 2014 African Nations Championship (CHAN) to be hosted by South Africa was held yesterday. The tournament is strictly for all the home-based players in the local leagues around the African continent. The home-based Super Eagles, who will be making their debut at the tournament, have been grouped alongside hosts, South Africa, … Continue reading 2014 African Nations Championship Fixtures
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