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31 December 2024
11 Top Cultural Moments By Africans in 2024
In a year marked by continental protests and uncertainty, here are some cultural breakthrough moments in sports, cinema, and music.
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Sports
19 August 2024
Four Takeaways from Dricus du Plessis and Israel Adesanya’s All-African UFC Title Fight
Dricus du Plessis won his first title defense against the former champion, after which both fighters shared mutual respect away from the pre-fight animosity and drama.
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16 August 2024
Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya is the Fight for African Supremacy in the UFC
The anticipated fight between the South African middleweight title holder and the Nigerian-born former champion has been marked by a unique blend of drama and animosity.
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01 February 2024
Is Africa the New Outpost for Blossoming UFC Star Fighters?
Dricus Du Plessis became the first South African to win a UFC title, but he's the fourth African to do so in the last five years. So, how well are African fighters faring in mixed martial arts (MMA)?
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