The DRC took an option for qualification for the 2024 women’s CAN by beating Benin 2-1. Despite a victory, the DRC will have to do even better to secure its place in the competition. The Congolese players will have to rectify their mistakes and put in place a solid strategy to proudly represent their country. Stay tuned to follow the evolution of this exciting competition.

In his speech to the UN, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused the West of waging a “hybrid war” in Ukraine. He claims that the United States and other Western countries actively support Ukraine by providing weapons, financial resources and mercenaries, which amounts to a form of direct combat against Russia. Western countries, for their part, maintain their position by affirming that they support Ukraine in its self-defense. Despite ongoing tensions, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed a peace summit, but this initiative was described as “unfeasible” by Sergei Lavrov. The search for a peaceful resolution appears compromised for the moment, and diplomacy remains the only hope for ending the crisis in Ukraine.

As part of the qualifiers for the Morocco 2024 Women’s African Cup of Nations, the DRC Women’s Leopards team won a convincing victory against the Benin Guépardes. Despite an intense and contested match, the Congolese women were able to win with a score of 2-1. Falonne Pambani and Naomie Kaba Kaba were the scorers for the Congolese team, while Yolande Gnamni scored for the Beninese team. The return match is scheduled for September 27 in Cotonou, and the winner will then face Equatorial Guinea or Libya. This victory testifies to the determination of the Congolese team to shine at the next African Women’s Cup of Nations. Congolese fans hope to see their team qualify for the final phase of the tournament which will be held in Morocco in 2024.

Pope Francis closes his trip on migrants with a giant mass at the Vélodrome stadium in Marseille. In his speech, he denounces the rejection of human life and emphasizes the importance of welcoming migrants. His presence drew criticism, but was greeted by a cheering crowd. Political and artistic figures were present. Security was reinforced and the mass brought together Christians of different faiths as well as Muslims. This moment will remain etched in people’s minds, reminding us of the importance of solidarity with migrants.

This article extract relates the hottest news from the African continent. He notably addresses the speech by President Félix Tshisekedi on the accelerated withdrawal of MONUSCO in the DRC, sparking a debate on the role of international forces in the country. The article also mentions Rwanda’s alleged involvement in the destabilization of the DRC, as well as President Tshisekedi’s candidacy for the next presidential election and the incarceration of journalist Stanis Bujekera. The topics covered highlight the importance of political, geopolitical and human rights issues in Africa.

NASA is preparing to recover a sample from the asteroid Bennu after seven years of space travel. This technical mission involves many risks, including the capsule’s entry into the Earth’s atmosphere at a speed of more than 44,000 km/h. Two parachutes will be deployed to slow the descent, and the capsule will be recovered in the Utah desert. The sample will then be analyzed in a specialized laboratory in order to better understand the origins of our solar system. This mission is of paramount importance for learning more about our universe and our own origin.

Despite Russian threats, maritime trade between Ukraine and Turkey continues. A second Ukrainian wheat cargo ship managed to reach Istanbul using the maritime corridor set up by kyiv to circumvent the Russian blockade. This demonstrates Ukraine’s determination to maintain trade relations despite political challenges. The maritime corridor offers an alternative route and demonstrates the vital importance of maritime trade in the global economy.