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CAF
18 hours ago
- Sport
- CAF
TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024: DR Congo team profile
Factfile Nickname : The Leopards : The Leopards Number of Appearances : 7 (2009, 2011, 2014, 2016, 2020, 2022, 2024) : 7 (2009, 2011, 2014, 2016, 2020, 2022, 2024) Titles: 2 (2009, 2016) How They Qualified The Leopards demonstrated their resilience during qualification. After being held to a 1-1 draw by Chad in the first leg, they turned the tables with a convincing 3-1 home victory to secure their spot in the tournament. Player to Watch Oscar Kabwit: The TP Mazembe forward is a key figure in DR Congo's attack. Kabwit's physical strength, agility, and clinical finishing make him a constant threat. Whether playing as a central striker or drifting to the wings, Kabwit's versatility and knack for creating chances will be pivotal to the Leopards' success. Coach: Otis N'Goma Otis N'Goma brings a modern tactical approach to DR Congo, emphasizing disciplined defense and swift counter-attacks. His preference for ball possession, quick transitions, and adaptability ensures his team remains competitive against the toughest opponents. What to Expect With two CHAN titles to their name, the Leopards remain one of the most feared teams in Africa. However, their performances have fluctuated since their 2016 triumph. DR Congo will seek consistency and capitalize on emerging talents and experienced players to recapture their former glory. Fan Zone Did you know? If DR Congo wins this edition of CHAN, they will become the most successful team in the tournament's history with three titles, surpassing any other nation.
Bloomberg
4 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
IMF Backs $625 Million Loan Deal to Support Chad's Economy
The International Monetary Fund approved a $625-million program for Chad on Friday, including an immediate disbursement of $38.5 million. The four-year extended credit facility arrangement will help Chad meet urgent balance-of-payments needs and support a $30 billion development plan by promoting fiscal sustainability and boosting social spending, the IMF said in a statement.
Reuters
4 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
IMF's board approves $625-million loan deal for Chad
July 25 (Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund's executive board approved Chad's $625-million lending programme for four years, including an immediate disbursement of $38.5 million, the IMF said in a statement on Friday. The program, finalized in May between Central African officials and IMF staff, aims to ensure Chad's fiscal sustainability, create room for development projects, expand targeted social spending to fight poverty, and enhance governance and the business environment to promote private sector growth, the IMF said. That will in turn help with implementing an ambitious national development blueprint that requires $30 billion in public and private investment in sectors such as roads, electricity, and the digital economy. The plan, due to be launched in Abu Dhabi in September, should lead to average annual economic growth of 8% and help keep the debt level at 32% of gross domestic product over the 2025-2030 period, the country's finance minister said in June. Chad, whose junta leader was sworn in after an election last year, has been under pressure from declining oil prices, development assistance cuts, and regional instability. It hosts hundreds of thousands of refugees from Sudan's civil war who live in dire shelter conditions due to funding shortages.
IOL News
7 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
'COACHES WERE STRESSED'
A BT Football Academy team captain says he 'knew something was wrong' when cub coaches became visibly stressed out. Chad Harper is one of the lucky boys who recently returned from a tour to Spain where some of his teammates remain stranded after a fiasco that is affecting at least 19 more families. The group of 14 to 19-year-olds and their coaches had participated in the Donosti Cup 2025 in Spain. They were told the total fee was R48 500. This was meant to include everything: kits, bags, food, transport, accommodation, and flights. Everything went well, until the day they were set to return on 16 July, when they learned they were not going home because their return flights had not been booked. BT Academy has cited delayed visa appointments as the reason it failed to book return flights in time, leading to unaffordable prices and leaving the group of 38 stranded. Chad says he knew that dinge het skeef geloop the moment they got to Madrid. The original plan was to visit Real Madrid's iconic Santiago Bernabeu Stadium which never happened as the hours flew by. Chad explained: 'Coaches had to buy supper with their own money and cook for us past 10pm. We ate and then went to sleep. 'The next day, the coaches were clearly stressed. As the team captain, they pulled me aside and explained that 'We might not be leaving tonight'. They didn't want to go into detail. My teammates were frustrated.' Eventually they were kicked out of the hotel. The coaches then approached the embassy. He added: 'One coach pulled me aside again, saying, 'We need to keep the kids calm.' I had to help keep up the morale of the team. Players started getting frustrated. Eventually, the coaches returned. 'On Thursday, a message went out to parents saying an additional R15 000 was needed for us to come home. That wasn't part of the contract. I was stressed, not just for myself but for the other kids.' BT have said: 'Please understand that we are working around the clock to find solutions to bring all players back home as soon as possible.' South Africans have come together to try and help, including the Tracey Lange Cares (TLC) initiative with a travel agent onboard to facilitate the return of the group. The travel agent can be reached via: [email protected]
Zawya
22-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Financing Agreements to Strengthen Education in Mauritania and Chad
The Governments of Mauritania and Chad today signed funding agreements for the Regional Engagement for Learning and Collaboration in Education (RELANCE) Project, supported by the World Bank and the Federal Republic of Germany, for a total of $137 million. This ambitious project aims to transform education systems in both countries by strengthening sector governance and expanding access to flexible and inclusive learning pathways. It targets more than 850,000 young people, half of whom are girls, while promoting access to learners with special needs. In a regional context of sustained demographic growth, disparities in access to education, and increasing demand for job-relevant skills, RELANCE offers a collaborative and integrated approach. It builds on ongoing efforts to strengthen education systems while introducing regional mechanisms for coordination, resource sharing, and innovation. The project includes the establishment of a Regional Institute of Education in Nouakchott to strengthen executive capacity in the education sector, drive applied research, and inform policy through data and evidence. Supported by the Association of African Universities, the institute is positioned to become a center of academic excellence for both countries, fostering structured, long-term collaboration and knowledge exchange. "T he signing of the financing agreements for the RELANCE Sahel project reflects our collective commitment to building a resilient, educated, and forward-looking Sahel," said Sid'Ahmed Bouh, Minister of Economy and Finance. The initiative includes the creation of a regional Open School in each country, designed to meet the needs of young people outside the traditional education circuits, especially in areas where access to education remains limited. This hybrid system will combine digital learning, face-to-face support and professional training. 'The Regional Open School is a concrete response to the educational realities of our country. It will allow thousands of young people, often far from traditional structures, to have access to adapted learning paths that bring skills and hope,' said Dr. Aboubakar Assidick Tchoroma, Minister of National Education and Civic Promotion of Chad. The project also benefits from significant financial support from the Federal Republic of Germany, through KfW, under the Sahel and West Africa Coast Multi-Donor Trust Fund. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to enhanced regional cooperation. 'RELANCE reflects an ambitious and pragmatic regional approach. By supporting this initiative, Germany reaffirms its willingness to support Sahel countries in their efforts to build more inclusive education systems that are better grounded in local realities,' said H.E. Dr. Florian Reindel, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Mauritania. The World Bank is supporting participating countries through a strategic partnership that combines technical support with long-term financing. RELANCE builds on the achievements of existing national projects, such as the Basic Education Sector Support Project (PASEB II) in Mauritania and the Project to Improve Learning Outcomes in Basic Education (PARAEB) in Chad, while introducing a unique regional dimension. 'Shaping minds is about charting the path to a brighter future. Like a carefully planted seed, an ambitious education policy carries the promise of progress. The RELANCE project thus reflects our shared commitment to making education a transformative force in Mauritania and Chad, by training informed, empowered generations ready to take on the challenges of tomorrow," said Ousmane Diagana, World Bank Vice President for Western and Central Africa. Designed as an open regional platform, the project will be open to other Sahel countries interested in joining. It marks an important step towards building a more integrated Sahelian educational space capable of meeting the aspirations of a dynamic and committed youth. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The World Bank Group.
