September 2024 News Archive – Top Stories from Africa and Beyond

Welcome to the September roundup. If you want a quick look at what mattered last month, you’re in the right spot. We covered everything from tense football matches and exciting cricket battles to a groundbreaking refinery opening in Nigeria. Below is a short guide that pulls the biggest headlines together.

Sports Highlights

Football fans got a dose of drama. The Europa League clash between Galatasaray and PAOK in Istanbul saw Turkish police step up security, seizing flags and banners to avoid flare‑ups between Turkish and Greek supporters. On the same continent, Real Madrid’s transfer radar focused on Manchester City’s Rodri, signaling a possible January move.

In England, Liverpool hosted West Ham in the Carabao Cup third round at Anfield. We broke down where to watch the livestream and gave a sneak peek at likely line‑ups. Cricket lovers weren’t left out either. Australia crushed England in the 3rd ODI at Chester‑le‑Stree​t, sealing the series and reminding everyone why the Aussies are world champions. A day later, India’s first Test against Bangladesh in Chennai faced a rain threat, putting the schedule on edge for Rohit Sharma’s side.

Scotland and Australia kicked off a T20 International series in Edinburgh, delivering a nail‑biting opening match that set the tone for the three‑game showdown. Even NBA legend Michael Jordan popped up in football news when he attended Monaco’s surprise win over Barcelona in the Champions League, adding a fun cross‑sport anecdote.

Business, Politics & Culture

The Edo Governorship Election in Nigeria kept voters on their feet, with rain spilling over polling stations and INEC extending voting hours to make sure everyone got a chance to cast a ballot. This election will decide who follows Governor Godwin Obaseki.

On the legal front, a U.S. court upheld Ghislaine Maxwell’s 20‑year sentence for her role in Jeffrey Epstein’s sex‑trafficking ring, confirming the conviction despite her appeals.

Economically, the Dangote Refinery finally moved from testing to production. Processing 650,000 barrels a day, the plant promises to slash Nigeria’s fuel imports and ease the chronic petrol shortage. At the same time, a UNCTAD report warned that Least‑Developed Countries are still missing the global export target for 2030, staying stuck at just 1% of world trade.

In entertainment, Nollywood star Adunni Ade opened up about juggling acting, motherhood, and daily life. Her practical tips on time management resonated with many working parents across Africa.

That’s the pulse of September 2024 on Duma Travel News. Whether you follow sports, politics, business or culture, the archive gives you a quick, clear snapshot of the month’s most talked‑about stories.