Former champions Tunisia held by Zambia
LUBANGO: Tunisia, the 2004 champions, were held to a 1-1 draw by spirited Zambia in Group D of the Africa Cup of Nations here on Wednesday.Jacob Mulenga put the Copper…
Cousin gives Gabon shock triumph over Cameroon
LUBANGO: Hull City striker Daniel Cousin scored the only goal as Gabon caused the biggest upset so far in a shock-filled Africa Cup of Nations by defeating Cameroon 1-0 on…
Worgu's move to Ahly in jeopardy, says agent
CAIRO: Ahly s attempts to land Stephen Worgu from Merreikh were dented after they failed to agree personal terms of a contract for the Nigerian striker, his agent said.Earlier this…
Martins departs Angola for injury treatment
BENGUELA: Wolfsburg striker Obafemi Martins has left the Nigerian squad to see his specialist in Europe after he complained of persistent pain on his recently operated shin.Eagles media officer, Peterside…
Jose says Angola have mental strength
LUANDA: Angola coach Manuel Jose is confident his players have the required fortitude to deal with any mental scars left by Sunday s opening game capitulation against Mali.The Africa Cup…
Oil falls below $80 on US inventories, China
LONDON: Oil fell to its lowest level this year on Wednesday, dipping below $80 a barrel after an industry report showed rising US distillate inventories, despite the severe northern hemisphere…
US backs plan for Egypt's wall with Gaza
WASHINGTON: The United States Tuesday voiced its support for a wall being built by Egypt to block a network of tunnels stretching out from the Gaza Strip, arguing it would…
Authorities to reconsider status of Sinai Bedouin detainees
CAIRO: State officials in North Sinai have told Bedouin tribal leaders they are willing to reconsider the status of detained tribesmen as well as those who have been charged in…
Court backs Orascom, blocks France Telecom's bid for Mobinil
CAIRO: "We intend to continue amicable negotiations with France Telecom aiming at reaching the best possible solution to solve the ongoing dispute between the two companies and pursuing our partnership…