CHAD decided to close the border with Libya to worry fighting

         
    Chad has shut down its border along with Libya and is now planning to deploy troops to the area in an effort to prevent infiltration of militant fighters fleeing conflict in its war-torn northern neighbour.

Chad worried thatA fighters will flee south across the border with groups that have converged towards the south of Libya, just adjacent to Northen parts of the country.

   Libya was plunge into war in a 2011 uprising that toppled Muammar Gaddafi. The Unity government has been successful in ousting the Islamic State from its former stronghold of Sirte, but has failed to take control of the already captured regions..

   Chad’s army has become one of the region’s strongest, and it now plays a key role in efforts to combat Boko Haram – an Islamic State affiliate group – in neighbouring Nigeria. It also confronted attacks by the Islamist militant group on its own soil.        

Diamond Platnumz finally responds to Darassa CMG’s claims that he shouldn’t call himself Simba and that’s he’s using Witchcraft to finish him

A question that has been ringing in people’s heads for a while now, is Darassa CMG seriously taking shots at Diamond Platnumz- Africa’s main man? And if yes, why? Is it because he has one big hit single? Or is just a ploy to use Diamond’s name in gaining popularity? A lot of artists have done that before.

Well, I reached out to Diamond’s management, Babu Tale just to be specific and Darassa may be way over himself. But before we let you in on the juice, let’s start from the beginning.

It started off when sometime last year Darassa CMG dropped a song alongside Ben Pol called Muziki. It became an instant receiving massive airplay across the board. What however caught most people’s attention are the lyrics in the song which seemed to take a jab at Baba Tiffah. Here they are:

At that time everyone took a step back and assumed the guy was just doing his thing so nobody bothered, they went back to enjoying the song. That was up until Darassa CMG went for an interview in one of the popular TV stations and he was asked that lingering question. This is what he responded:

“Ningekuwa Diamond nisingejiita simba, ninavyomuona Diamond ni zaidi ya Simba, kuna watu wanaua simba, simba, kajichanganya, kaingia kijijini kapotea, Diamond kwa kitu anachofanya ni zaidi ya simba, angeweza kujiita jina lingine lolote kubwa, kafanya vitu vingi sana” He said.

Witchdoctor performing voodoo on Darassa CMG

From there on we knew it was on. Then pictures emerged of a witchdoctor performing acts of black magic apparently to stop Darassa’s popularity and facilitate his downfall and people couldn’t help but wonder if Diamond and his Wasafi crew were behind those acts.

Well, exclusively on Ghafla and straight from the horses’ mouth. Diamond’s management is not aware of all this hullabaloo, they are not aware anybody has any beef with them. “Ati beef? Mh ndio nakusikia wewe. Sisi atuna matatizo na mtu yeyote” Babu Tale made it clear.

It looks Diamond and the whole Wasafi fraternity is not keen on giving Darassa his much sought after 15 seconds of fame and they would rather concentrate on the hustle.

So there, case closed!

Today's Magazine January, 6

Uganda Cranes Crowned 2016 Caf National Team of the Year

Uganda Cranes have been named the 2016 CAF GLO National team of the year in a colorful awards gala held on Friday 6th in Abuja, Nigeria.

The achievement comes as a result of an outstanding performance that guided the country to the first continental final in nearly 30 decades.

The team is also among the 20 countries still in contention for a spot in Russia 2018 world cup.

The accolade was collected by Fufa CEO Edgar Watson Ssubi who is also a former Uganda Cranes captain. Uganda overcame stiff competition from 2016 Africa Nations Championships winners DR Congo and Senegal.

The Lions of Teranga qualified for the 2017 Africa cup of nations with a perfect record in a group that contained Burundi, Namibia and Niger.

Women.
The Nigeria ladies team, Super Falcons emerged the best women national team for their impressive outing in Cameroon where they scooped their eighth Africa cup of nations (women) title.

Other nominated teams include South Africa and Cameroon- the 2016 losing finalists.

National Team of the Year – Uganda Cranes
Women’s National Team Of The Year- Nigeria

6 Tips on how to get a woman’s attention

If you are the type of guy to go out to bars, clubs and other venues in search of a date, it is important to know how to attract a woman’s attention. However, you probably aren’t the only man who is going to be there with hopes of finding a date.

Therefore, strive to make yourself stand out from the other men. Help the women feel like they should choose you over everyone else. All you need to do is make some small changes to gain women’s attention.

1. Dress to impress the girls: Wear a nice shirt and pants rather than a worn T-shirt and jeans. Make sure your hair is neat and you are freshly shaved. If you wear a beard or mustache, trim it neatly. Women like a man who takes care of himself and makes an effort to look nice.

2. Give off an air of confidence: Keep your posture straight; back straight, shoulders back, chest out, stomach in. Walk with a purpose. Avoid slouching and looking down. Keep your eyes moving around the room.

3. Make eye contact with any woman in whom you are interested: If you avoid her gaze, she will not know you are interested and will move on to someone else. If you make eye contact, smile. Do not approach her at first. If she thinks you aren’t immediately available, it can further peak her interest.

4. Position yourself so you are within her line of sight:  If you hide yourself in the corner, you are not in a position to be noticed by many women. A few of them may notice you, but they will only wonder why you are in the corner rather than being attracted to you. Put yourself out among the crowd.

5. Start a conversation if there is a woman with whom you want to be better acquainted: Speak in a respectful manner. Avoid using slang terms. Practice these conversations ahead of time so you already have an idea of what you will say; however, avoid sounding rehearsed when you actually speak to her.

6. Ask her about herself, and avoid bragging about yourself, even if she asks: While it is important to answer her questions honestly and directly, avoid talking about yourself too much. Keep the focus on her and pay attention. Show her you have been listening by slipping in tidbits she told you into your conversation.

Source: Wikihow.com

Afcon 2017: Zimbabwe Warriors’ Final Troops Revealed

Zimbabwe head coach Calisto Pasuwa has finally unveiled the 23 warriors to represent the country in the forthcoming Africa cup finals in Gabon.

Pasuwa, who is among the four local coaches heading to the continental showpiece, has opted to maintain composition of the team that led the country throughout the qualification process.

The coach dropped three players from the initial 26 man provisional squad. Among those axed include Marshall Mudehwe, Farai Madhananga and Nelson Chadayi.

Caf player of the year nominee Billiat Khama leads the star studded attack that also boasts of Orlando Pirates striker NdoroTendai. The squad is dominated by players from the country’s local league and the South Africa PSL.

The Warriors face a stun test in group B with North African giants Tunisia, Algeria and favorites Senegal.

Goalkeepers: Bernard Donovan Fungai (HowMine), MkuruvaTendai (Dynamos), MawayaTakabva (ZPCKariba)

Defenders: Nhamoinesu Costa (AC Sparta Praha), Mhlanga Lawrence(Chicken Inn), Muroiwa Elisha (Dynamos), Hadebe Teenage Lingani (Chicken Inn), Bhasera Onismor (Supersport United), Kangwa Bruce (AzamFC), Machapa Oscar (AS Vita Club), Zvirekwi Hardlife (Caps United)

Midfielders: Phiri Danny (Golden Arrows), Katsande Willard (Kaizer Chiefs), Nakamba Marvelous (Vitesse Arnhem), Mahachi Kudakwashe (Golden Arrows), Billiat Khama (Mamelodi Sundowns)

Strikers: Musona Knowledge (KVOostende), Ndoro Tendai (OrlandoPirates), Kadewere Philana Tinotenda (Djurgardens IF), Mushekwi Nyasha (Dalian Yifang), Rusike Evans (Maritzburg United), Rusike Tyrell Matthew Benjamin (Club Sportif Sfaxien), Malajila Cuthbert Lifasi (BidvestWits)

Chris Brown to fight Soulja Boy in celebrity boxing match

Chris Brown and Soulja Boy have signed up to go toe-to-toe in a celebrity boxing match.

Writing on Instagram, Soulja Boy said: “It’s going down! Signed my contract I’m leaving the fight with $1,000,000.”

According to the rapper the bout will take place in March in Las Vegas and in his corner will be one of the sports all-time greats.

“I got the best ever my big bro @floydmayweather training me damn,” he added.

Responding to the announcement Chris Brown told his 34m Instagram followers it was time to stop talking.

“Now that we have your undivided attention, boxing match set,” the singer wrote.

He added: “Legally. Man to Man. No more dissing and no more talking. We in the ring with it. Challenge accepted.”

The announcement comes following days of fiery exchanges between the pair via social media.

It apparently started after Soulja Boy, liked and left a comment below a picture on the profile of Karrueche Tran, Chris Brown’s ex-girlfriend.

The pair posted several videos and pictures mocking and threatening each other as the argument became more heated.

It wasn’t long before a physical challenge was issued and that seems to have been accepted by both parties.

The three round fight is being promoted by boxing great Floyd Mayweather.

Source: Bbc.co.uk