Africa Success Daily

26 Sep

Xiaomi 17 Series Unveils Dual‑Screen Smartphone with 3.4‑Inch Rear Display and 7,500 mAh Battery

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 18 Comments

Xiaomi’s new 17 series shakes up the smartphone market with a massive 3.4‑inch rear touchscreen, a 7,500 mAh battery and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 power. The Pro Max packs a 6.9‑inch 120 Hz AMOLED screen, 3,500‑nit brightness and a triple‑camera system with a 5× periscope lens. Dual‑screen software runs on Android 16 with HyperOS, turning the back panel into a practical tool for creators, travelers and gamers. Xiaomi also rolls out accessories that turn the phone into a handheld console. The spec sheet aims to challenge flagship rivals by blending novelty with day‑to‑day usefulness.

26 Sep

Sevilla vs Elche prediction: odds, chances and what to expect on Sept 13

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 17 Comments

Stats Insider ran 10,000 simulations for the La Liga clash at Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, giving Sevilla a 51.1% win chance, Elche 22.8% and a draw 26.1%. Australian Bet365 odds list Sevilla at $1.90, Elche at $4.50 and the draw at $3.30. Over/under 2.5 goals is priced $2.30/$1.62. The article breaks down form, key players and betting angles for Aussie punters.

26 Sep

Copa Libertadores Showdown: River Plate vs. Palmeiras – A Rivalry That Defines South American Football

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 17 Comments

Palmeiras edged River Plate 3-1 in Buenos Aires to clinch a 5-2 aggregate win in the September 2025 Copa Libertadores quarter‑finals. The tie featured early drama, a late brace from José López, and highlighted the cultural clash between Argentina and Brazil's football giants. Palmeiras now moves on to the semifinals.

25 Sep

Inter Miami CF II Host NYCFC II in Crucial MLS NEXT Pro Clash

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 15 Comments

Inter Miami CF II will take on New York City FC II at Chase Stadium on May 4, 2025. Both sides sit near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, with Miami hoping to bounce back after a rough start. NYCFC II comes in winless over their last five games despite a better points tally. Key playmakers Leo Afonso and Máximo Carrizo could decide the outcome. The match streams live on MLSNEXTPro.com.

24 Sep

Lanús’ Plaque Gaffe and Shock Victory Over Fluminense at Copa Sudamericana

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 13 Comments

Before their Copa Sudamericana tie at the Maracanã, Argentine side Lanús handed Fluminense a plaque bearing a lower‑division club’s badge, sparking embarrassment. The mistake was quickly forgotten as Lanús out‑performed the Brazilian giants, securing a draw that propelled them into the semifinals. Fluminense’s late error sealed their exit despite a talent‑rich squad. The result marks a historic top‑four finish for Lanús.

23 Sep

SK Macharia Storms Directline Assurance Offices, Declares Takeover Amid Court Battle

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 19 Comments

Prominent businessman SK Macharia burst into Directline Assurance’s headquarters and announced a takeover while the firm is tangled in court proceedings. CEO Sammy Kanyi lodged a formal complaint after Macharia claimed he had dismissed several staff members. The clash adds a fresh layer of tension to an already volatile corporate dispute. Observers say the showdown could reshape the insurance company’s governance. The incident underscores how high‑stakes legal fights can spill over into dramatic boardroom confrontations.

22 Sep

BBNaija Season 10 Double Eviction Sends Danboskid and Ibifubara Packing

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 13 Comments

On Day 14 of BBNaija Season 10, Danboskid and Ibifubara became the first housemates to leave after a double eviction. Both received the lowest viewer percentages—0.65% and 0.325%—out of 27 nominees. The vote opened on August 3 and closed on August 7, with only the Head of House, Victory, and his saved nominee, Kayikunmi, safe. The twist follows a fake eviction that granted everyone immunity the week before. With N150 million at stake, the remaining contestants now scramble to stay in the game.

21 Sep

AC Milan thrash Udinese 3-0 as Pulisic nets brace and assist

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 16 Comments

On September 20, 2025, AC Milan secured a 3-0 win at Udinese's Dacia Arena. Christian Pulisic scored twice and set up a third‑minute chance, while Youssouf Fofana added the second goal. The victory lifted Milan to third in the Serie A table and matched a rare defensive record. Zachary Athekame earned his debut minutes for the Rossoneri. Milan’s depth under Paulo Fonseca looks stronger than ever.

20 Sep

Brandon Thomas-Asante starts as Coventry City face Leicester in early-season Championship test

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 15 Comments

Brandon Thomas-Asante led the line for Coventry City in their Championship trip to Leicester City on Sept. 20, 2025. The 26-year-old Ghana international, signed on a four-year deal in August 2024, earned the start after a string of energetic cameos. The King Power clash kicked off at 11:30 AM UTC, with Coventry backing his movement and pressing in a lively, eventful game.

16 Sep

Arjen Robben open to Euro 2020 recall as Netherlands weigh 26-man squad

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 5 Comments

At 37, Arjen Robben says he would accept a Netherlands call-up for Euro 2020 if fit and useful. The winger, retired from international duty since 2017, returned to FC Groningen and delivered two assists in his first start in seven months. Frank de Boer names a preliminary squad soon and has until June 1 to finalize a 26-man list, keeping Robben's outside shot alive.

9 Sep

NYFF Youth Leadership Debate: Lagos State University wins N2.5m prize at Abuja final

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 20 Comments

Lagos State University took first place at the NYFF Youth Leadership Debate in Abuja, earning N2.5 million. The inter-university contest, run by LEAP Africa with support from MacArthur Foundation, Ford Foundation, and Luminate, drew students from 27 institutions. Rounds began in September, with semi-finals at LAUTECH in Oyo State and a final at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Foundation.

19 Aug

BMW X3 Clinches 2025 South African Car of the Year, Extending BMW's Dominance

by Bathandwa Samfumfana 13 Comments

The BMW X3, built locally at Plant Rosslyn, has grabbed the 2025 South African Car of the Year award, adding to BMW’s record for most wins since 1988. The automaker also scooped key honors with the 5 Series and M5, marking a standout year, while executives celebrate the team’s commitment and the vehicles’ hold in the market.

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