The Tunisian Football Federation is introducing financial rewards for 'ideal' supporters to tackle stadium violence, with recent incidents including a riot at an Esperance vs. JS Kabylie game. The FTF's president, Wadia Jariaa, discussed the issue with Tunisia's interior minister, Kamal El-Feki. The federation plans to award 10,000 dinars to the best-behaved fans at top flight and domestic cup games, potentially extending the scheme to lower leagues. This approach differs from traditional methods like fines and increased security. Esperance, recently fined and banned from stadium play by the Confederation of African Football, could face a season-long Champions League ban for further disturbances.

The UN condemned a mortar attack by al-Shabab on Somalia's parliament, injuring at least seven. The US agreed to sell $997m worth of military equipment to Nigeria, including 12 attack helicopters, to improve Sub-Saharan Africa's security. A bus crash in Zimbabwe killed 35 Zion Christian Church members and injured over 70 on their way to an Easter service.

The UN has condemned an al-Shabab mortar attack on Somalia's parliament, injuring at least seven. The US agreed to sell $997m worth of military equipment to Nigeria, including attack helicopters and APKWS rockets, to improve Sub-Saharan security. The sale includes training on equipment use and human rights. Nigeria faces challenges from extremist groups and criminal gangs. This follows a previous arms sale under the Trump administration. In Zimbabwe, a bus crash killed 35 churchgoers and injured over 70, with the bus possibly being overloaded and veering off the road during a night journey to an Easter service.

The UN condemned a mortar attack by al-Shabab on Somalia's parliament, injuring at least seven. The US agreed to sell $997m worth of military equipment to Nigeria, including 12 attack helicopters, to improve Sub-Saharan security. Nigeria is battling extremist groups and armed criminal gangs. The sale includes training on equipment use and human rights. Thirty-five members of the Zion Christian Church were killed in a bus crash in Zimbabwe en route to an Easter service, with over 70 injured. The bus was possibly overloaded and veered off the road into a gorge.

Tunisian Olympic sailor Eya Guezguez, aged 17, died after a training accident off the coast of Tunis. She competed in the Tokyo Olympics with her twin sister Sarra. The Tunisian Olympic Committee and the International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach expressed their condolences. The accident, involving a capsized dinghy in windy conditions, led to Eya's drowning despite rescue efforts. An investigation is underway, and the incident has caused widespread shock and calls for scrutiny into safety measures within the Tunisian sporting community.

Zambia is facing an energy crisis due to drought affecting hydroelectric power generation, leading to electricity rationing. The drought has also impacted agriculture, with President Hakainde Hichilema declaring it a national emergency. In addition to these challenges, Zambia is dealing with a cholera outbreak, which has prompted the government to implement health measures, including vaccinations and school closures. Human rights issues have also arisen, with the arrest of two university students for homosexual acts. Former President Edgar Lungu has criticized the current administration and suggested an early election, while also facing the withdrawal of his retirement benefits after returning to politics.

Tunisian referee Ali Bin Nasser, who officiated the 1986 World Cup quarter-final between England and Argentina, expressed pride in his decision to allow play to continue leading to Maradona's 'goal of the century'. Despite the controversy surrounding Maradona's first 'Hand of God' goal, Bin Nasser stood by the decision, which was based on FIFA's instructions and his assistant referee's confirmation. Bin Nasser reminisced about the match and the sportsmanship displayed by the England team. He also shared a personal anecdote about Maradona's visit to his home in 2015, where Maradona acknowledged Bin Nasser's role in his famous goal. The article covers the historical context of the match and Bin Nasser's reflections on his career highlight.

Wadie Jary, the president of Tunisia's football federation (FTF), has been banned for four years by Tunisia's National Olympic Committee (NOC) for breaching national and international Olympic ethics codes. The NOC plans to report the complaints against Jary, which are outside their jurisdiction, to the International Olympic Committee and Fifa. Jary's candidacy for a position on the Confederation of African Football's Executive Committee is under review, but the ban is unlikely to affect his FTF presidency or his involvement in football, as he is not a member of the NOC and Tunisia's football teams have not qualified for the Olympics. The ban stems from a complaint by CS Chebba, a club relegated to the amateur leagues, which accused Jary of instigating violence, a claim he denies.

Wadie Jary, president of the Tunisia Football Federation, has been banned for four years by Tunisia's National Olympic Committee for breaching ethics codes. The NOC plans to forward complaints against Jary to the International Olympic Committee and FIFA. Jary's candidacy for the Confederation of African Football's Executive Committee is under review. The ban follows a complaint from CS Chebba, a club relegated to the amateur leagues, which accused Jary of instigating violence, an allegation he denies. Jary believes the ban has no legal effect on his FTF presidency or football activity.

Kenyan police arrested 91 Ethiopian nationals suspected of being in the country illegally. Journalist Samuel Sirasi was found alive but unwell in DR Congo. UN aid agencies suspended operations in Tigray, Ethiopia, due to drone strike threats. In Mozambique, heavy rains killed five and destroyed infrastructure. Uganda reopened schools after one of the world's longest pandemic-induced closures. Tigray rebels accused Eritrea of fresh attacks, and West African leaders imposed sanctions on Mali following the military government's delay of elections.

Jose Clayton, originally from Brazil, found his second home in Tunisia after starting his football career at Etoile du Sahel. He embraced Tunisian nationality, played for the national team, and was part of the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations winning squad. Clayton, who speaks French and Arabic, plans to spend his life in Tunisia and is engaged to a Tunisian woman. His international career included 39 caps and 4 goals, and he played club football in France, Qatar, Turkey, and for various Tunisian teams. He cherishes the memories of his career, especially the Afcon final victory.

Tunisia defender Ayman Ben Mohamed has signed a three-year contract with French Ligue 2 team Le Havre as a free agent. He expressed his excitement about joining Le Havre, a club recognized for developing notable players. Ben Mohamed has achieved success with Tunisian clubs, winning the African Champions League twice and three national league titles. He also contributed to Tunisia's national team, which secured fourth place at the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.

Tunisia's Esperance continues its centenary celebrations despite a ban from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) due to fan behavior. The ban coincides with the club's 100th anniversary and follows probation after incidents in the semi-final against Angola's Primeiro de Agosto. The impact of the ban is minimal as Rades Stadium is under redevelopment, and fans have been avoiding matches at neutral venues, adhering to President Hamdi Meddeb's 'everyone-or-no-one' policy. Upcoming games will be at El Menzah Stadium in Tunis, which is limited to 5,000 fans due to its condition.

Faouzi Benzarti was sacked as Tunisia's head coach despite securing the country's qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations, a decision he found disappointing, humiliating, and insulting. Benzarti, known for his short temper and passionate approach, denied any bad atmosphere or tension with the team. He was appointed in July 2018, replacing Nabil Maaloul after Tunisia's World Cup exit, and achieved three wins in his tenure. Tunisia's Federation has not provided a detailed explanation for his dismissal, but spokesperson Hamed Maghrebi indicated that performance, results, training, and player relationships were evaluated. Assistant coaches Mourad Okbi and Maher Kanzari will lead the team in November, with a new coach expected by 2019.