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[Vanguard] The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced plans to review FIFA's proposal to open the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup and other major tournaments to private investment.

[This Day] Abuja -- The Nigerian Army has been recognised as Africa's Best National Army in Counter-Terrorism Operations for 2025 by African Security Watch, in recognition of its exceptional operational achievements, strategic leadership and unwavering commitment to combating terrorism and violent extremism across Nigeria.

[New Times] Today, Glasgow will once again become the meeting place of the Commonwealth, as athletes and supporters from 56 nations descend on its red-sandstone streets for the Commonwealth Games.

[New Times] Every few months, Africa celebrates another homegrown success story: a scientist wins international acclaim, an entrepreneur secures global investment, a filmmaker earns a prestigious award, or a communications expert lands a global leadership role. We proudly claim them as our own, sharing their achievements as proof that Africa continues to produce world-class talent.

[This Day] Banjul, the Gambia -- Chief Executive Officer of Gabjane Global Resources Limited, Sunday Chukwumanjo Umeoduagu, is set to receive a major continental recognition today, Thursday, July 23, 2026, as he will be honoured with the Golden Star Award for Upliftment of Society through Philanthropy and Empowerment in Nigeria (2025).

[Premium Times] Today, our nation is being recognised across the African continent and beyond as a premier pioneer and leader in renewable energy innovation.

[The Point] The President H.E. Adama Barrow Thursday received in audience officials attending the annual Africa Tax Administration Forum Masterclass at the State House.

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- The head of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) met the acting U.S. ambassador to Somalia in Mogadishu to discuss the mission's future as it faces growing financial uncertainty, the AU mission said.

[Shabelle] Addis Ababa -- The African Union has asked Somalia to urgently nominate representatives for a series of consultations on the future of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), as the mission faces mounting financial challenges that have raised concerns over its long-term sustainability.

[Vanguard] Zenith Bank Plc has been named Africa's Best Bank and Nigeria's Best Bank for the second consecutive year at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, reinforcing its position as one of the continent's leading financial institutions.

[Malaria Consortium] A new study shows how to improve the delivery of seasonal malaria chemoprevention to countries facing barriers, such as extreme weather events or conflict.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE growing burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) has become one of Tanzania's most pressing public health challenges, with obesity emerging as a major risk factor behind the rising number of people diagnosed with diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and certain types of cancer.

[Vanguard] A South African court ruled on Friday in favour of President Cyril Ramaphosa's bid to pause impeachment proceedings against him over a scandal involving half-a-million dollars stashed in a sofa at his ranch.

[Ghanaian Times] A travel advisor and network engineer, Nana Kofi Baffour, has called on the African Union (AU) to impose sanctions on South Africa over what he described as persistent xenophobic attacks against other African nationals.