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Egypt beats Ghana 1-0 to earn African Cup title

[Translate] LUANDA, Angola — Substitute Mohamed Gedo scored in the 85th minute Sunday to help Egypt beat Ghana 1-0 and secure its third straight title at the African Cup of Nations. Tournament debutant Gedo curled in a shot from within the area to give Egypt its record seventh title. World Cup qualifier Ghana had been hoping to earn its first continental crown since 1982.  Read More →

People with autoimmune disease require NHIS procedures

[Translate] Accra, Jan. 30, GNA – People suffering from autoimmune disease on Saturday requested government to give clear procedures about how they could benefit from the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). At a forum that gave the patients a platform to share their experiences, most of the sufferers said it was difficult getting the right diagnoses early, which also resulted... 

More twists to Kasiebo saga : Did Quata Lie?

[Translate] There seems to be no end in sight to the controversy sparked by Obrafour’s hit comeback song, ‘Kasiebo’. After several studio replies from various artists, the new controversy is coming from a reply that was never released. A couple of weeks ago, Yaw Sakyi, the host of TV Africa’s ‘The Rundown’, announced that Quata was in the studio with Okyeame Kwame working... 

Daughters To Perform @ Evolution 5

[Translate] COME FEBRUARY 7, one of Ghana’s beloved gospel groups, Daughters of Glorious Jesus will stage a live concert at a show dubbed “Evolution 5” at the National Theatre in Accra at 4pm. The much-awaited event, which is expected to attract a large number of Christians and gospel musicians, will contain live musical performances from other groups like Soul Winners and Worshippers Ministry... 

Africa Cup of Nations Finals: Ghana 0-0 Egypt

[Translate] Watch the African Cup of Nations 2010 Finals: Ghana VS Egypt free live stream Line up: Richard Kingson, Samuel Inkoom, Hans Adu Sarpei, Lee Addy, Isaac Vorsah, Emmanuel Agyeman-Badu, Andre Ayew, Anthony Annan, Asamoah Gyan, Kwadwo Asamoah, Opoku Agyemang Egypt: Essam El-Hadary, Ahmed Fathi, Hany Said, Wael Gomaa, Ahmed al-Mohamady, Sayed Moawad, Hosni Abdrabou, Hossam Ghaly, Ahmed... 

AFCON Finals: Nigerians tip Ghana

[Translate] Many Nigerians have been bitter after their side lost to Ghana 1:0 in the semi-finals, yet they still look ahead for a beautiful encounter on Sunday. Across the streets of Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, men and women are pouring praises on the Black Stars or Black Starlet, if you want. Firstly, because they are young players and have been able to come this far in the tournament. Secondly,... 

Dede aims to walk tall in father’s footprints

[Translate] Dede Ayew was not even an idea when his father Abedi Pele Ayew helped Ghana to their last Africa Cup of Nations triumph in 1982. Only eight teams took part in the competition when Ghana ruled the roost in Libya. But Pele, considered the greatest football player in his country’s history, was suspended for the final. Today’s Afcon final presents an opportunity for the son... 

African Nations Cup Final Preview: Egypt – Ghana

[Translate] Kick-off: Sunday, January 31 2010, 1600 GMT – Luanda Pharaohs Aim For Third Consecutive Title After successfully negotiating their two main obstacles, Cameroon and Algeria, Egypt have now set their sights firmly on their seventh overall AFCON trophy. The reigning champions have hit form just at the right time and for Ahmed Hassan and company, this is a golden opportunity to... 

Ghana, Egypt Battle For Ultimate

[Translate] Tension is expected to characterize tomorrow’s Africa Cup of Nations finals between Ghana and Egypt. Ghana’s Black Stars would be seeking to win their fifth African title since 1982 while the Pharaohs chase their seventh. The youthful Black Stars have so far defied all odds to qualify for the finals of Africa’s biggest competition with wins over Burkina Faso, host... 

Gabon will host the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations final

[Translate] Gabon will stage the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations final while co-hosts Equatorial Guinea will have the opening game. The decision was announced by the Confederation of African Football on Friday. Four venues are to be used for the next championship which will again be held in January although precise dates have yet to be finalised. Officials said Gabon would build a new stadium in Libreville,... 
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