The Executive Secretary of National Universities Commission, NUC, Prof. Abubakar Rasheed, has said that poor funding was the main reason Nigerian universities were not ranked among the best in the world.
He also stated that any university that loses reputation must have lost everything in its existence, saying the commission was planning to put in place stringent measures that would curtail the proliferation of universities, especially by state governors, and ensure there was adequate funding for any such universities.
This is even as the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU, lamented that teaching staff were taking over their jobs through the composition of committees by the university management where the teaching staff were made to head such committees.
While the leadership of SSANU paid the NUC Executive Secretary a visit in his office, in Abuja, he advised that any time the association was entering into any agreement with the Federal Government, such an agreement should be one that will be implementable as funding has become a key challenge to why Nigerian universities are not among the highly ranked universities in the world.
Prof. Rasheed noted with regret that in a particular university in the South-South, the state government released to the management about N452 million to run the institution in the previous year, and later slashed the money the next year to N91 million, with a further slash to N40 million.
On the concern raised by SSANU President, Comrade Mohammed Ibrahim, who led the delegation that state governors were proliferating universities as if it had become a constituency project, the NUC boss said the governors were interested in leaving a legacy but not investing in the established universities.
He, however, expressed optimism that the new NUC Act would give the commission more powers, unlike the existing one, adding that there should be a master plan to be submitted and approved by the commission before any new university was established.
He debunked the claim that some of the commissions set up by the NUC in the universities were dominated by teaching staff, against non-teaching staff.
He said the association believed in excellent service and doing things in the right way, adding that the voices of members of SSANU would only be heard when necessary…
“Our members are becoming more and more troubled by the recent developments coming out of the university system. Our members’ jobs are being taken over by so many committees in the universities.
” There is the issue of non-payment of salaries, especially for our members in state universities. Some have not received salaries for up to six months, yet we hear that NUC is giving accreditation to new state universities.
“NUC should ensure that our members are not languishing in their offices. We are also disturbed over the negative development of nonuniformity in the conditions of service in the universities. This is happening to the morale of our members. We call for a uniform standard in the universities.” He added
The Registrar, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Prof Ishaq Oloyede, on Wednesday charged institutions, government and stakeholders to show increased commitment in the fight against examination infractions by candidates.
Oloyede, disclosed that JAMB was investing a large chunk of its resources in the fight against examination malpractices, and collaborative effort was needed “because of the threat posed not only to the educational system, but also to national development”.
The registrar, represented by the Director, Quality Assurance at JAMB Headquarters, Mabel Agbebaku, spoke in Ado Ekiti, in a lecture titled, ‘Value re-orientation for effective service delivery: JAMB perspective,’ which he delivered at the 10th yearly lecture of the Forum of Heads of Federal Government Establishment in Nigeria, Ekiti State Chapter.
He added, “The movement against examination malpractice should be sustained so that the task of national rebirth would be attained sooner than expected as the Board would continue to entrench transparency and integrity in the administration of its examinations”.
Oloyede blamed widespread report of cheating on “undue emphasis placed on paper qualifications and desperation for professional courses such as Medicine, Law, Accountancy” among others, stressing that JAMB would guard jealously the integrity of its examination.
He said, “JAMB has continued to war against examination malpractices, but some unscrupulous elements in society are still trying to constitute a clog in the wheel of progress of the board.
“The desperation of some parents and individuals who aid and abet examination malpractices and are ready to cough up huge sums of money to execute their unwholesome agenda also constitute a challenge which the board is tackling headlong.”
Oloyede, further listed innovations by JAMB under him to checkmate admission irregularities and protect the interest of innocent candidates who deserved admission to include the Computer Based Test, digitalisation of the process through automated Central Admission Processing System and the move to checkmate impersonation with use of National Identification Number.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is taking the blame for green spots appearing in a North Carolina lake.
A photo shared on social media shows the toxic-looking spots on the surface of the B. Everett Jordan Lake, The News & Observer of Raleigh reported
According to the Corps, it had to treat hydrilla, an invasive plant species, and the only way to do it involved an EPA approved herbicide.
The Corps says the color is generated by what is described as an eco-friendly dye that helps experts trace where the herbicide has spread in the water.
Officials said it’s important that the hydrilla be treated because it could spread further downstream of the Haw River and elsewhere.
Hydrilla can become so abundant that it blocks waterways, overtakes local plant species and makes the area inhabitable for fish, according to the Corps. Hydrilla is commonly seen forming thick colonies or mats.
Jordan Lake is a reservoir that covers 14,000 acres (5,665 hectares) in Chatham County, according to the state.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is taking the blame for green spots appearing in a North Carolina lake.
A photo shared on social media shows the toxic-looking spots on the surface of the B. Everett Jordan Lake.
According to the Corps, it had to treat hydrilla, an invasive plant species, and the only way to do it involved an EPA approved herbicide.
The Corps says the color is generated by what is described as an eco-friendly dye that helps experts trace where the herbicide has spread in the water.
Officials said it’s important that the hydrilla be treated because it could spread further downstream of the Haw River and elsewhere.
Hydrilla can become so abundant that it blocks waterways, overtakes local plant species and makes the area inhabitable for fish, according to the Corps. Hydrilla is commonly seen forming thick colonies or mats.
Jordan Lake is a reservoir that covers 14,000 acres (5,665 hectares) in Chatham County, according to the state.
A $650 million plan would give the Los Angeles Zoo a theme park-style transformation over the next 20 years.
The city-owned zoo in the city’s Griffith Park area would get exhibit upgrades and new attractions such as a 60-foot-deep (18-meter-deep) canyon for rock climbing and a hilltop building called the California Center in the style of a Yosemite National Park lodge with a sweeping view of a 25,000-square-foot (2,323-square-meter) vineyard.
Supporters of the zoo’s “20-year Vision Plan” said building the features would increase zoo attenance by 72%, to up to 3 million visitors annually.
But the contstruction would consume 23 acres (9.3 hectares) of native woodlands, drawing opposition led by the historical preservation group Friends of Griffith Park and the California Native Plant Society.
Zoo officials were thinking about the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games as they crafted the plan, said Denise Verrett, the zoo’s director and chief executive.
“What are we going to do to attract international travelers to the zoo as a place they should not miss?” Verrett said.
The renovation would happen in seven phases starting next year and it would be funded by grants and donations raised by the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association, a nonprofit support group, and possibly a bond issue.
The next step for the proposal is consideration by the Los Angeles City Council’s Arts, Parks, Health, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee.
The zoo relies on $11.6 million from the city’s general fund to meet its approximately $25 million fiscal budget for 2021-22.
If you’re among the 10–30% of adults who have difficulty falling or staying asleep, you may be looking for ways to get more rest.
Drinking an herbal tonic, like lemon-ginger tea, could be a soothing bedtime ritual to help put the day behind you.
Lemon-ginger tea is exactly what it sounds like: a gentle herbal infusion of fresh lemon and ginger — with a bit of sweetener like honey or agave nectar, if you so choose.
You might be wondering if lemon-ginger tea has any unique health benefits. While it may not make you sleepy, it might help you wind down and relax and provide other benefits.
This article examines benefits of bedtime lemon-ginger tea and explains how to make it.
Soothes indigestion
If chronic indigestion or a heavy dinner keeps you up later than you would like, a cup of lemon-ginger tea may be a great tonic before you head for bed.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a root long used in alternative and folk medicine for its ability to alleviate the delayed emptying of your stomach.
What’s more, lemon (Citrus limon) contains a plant compound called limonene that aids digestion by helping move food along your digestive tract — potentially easing the uncomfortable feeling of fullness.
While the amount of limonene in a given cup of lemon-ginger tea will vary, you might find that the combination of lemon, ginger, and water in lemon-ginger tea calms indigestion
May reduce nasal congestion
The steam generated from your hot lemon-ginger infusion may help open up your nasal cavities — helping clear a stuffy nose. Drinking something warm also soothes a throat sore from mucus buildup.
Although these effects are mostly anecdotal and supported by folk medicine, they may be useful to keep in mind during cold and flu season or if you experience seasonal allergies.
Lemon-ginger tea won’t cure you of any of these, but it may help loosen up congestion, allowing air to flow through your nose a little easier.
May relieve constipation
Constipation can result from several factors, including dehydration and a diet that’s low in fiber.
When constipation stems from dehydration, relaxing in the evening with a warm cup of lemon-ginger tea may help since water helps stool pass through your digestive tract more easily.
If you feel chronically constipated, be sure you’re drinking enough fluids throughout the day, too.
Speak with a healthcare professional if you have trouble having a bowel movement or have them less than three times a week.
May help fight inflammation
Gingerol, one of the plant compounds found in ginger, boasts anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Chronic inflammation is linked to conditions like metabolic syndrome, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and heart disease.
However, studies show mixed results on whether ginger has anti-inflammatory effects in people
Plus, it’s worth keeping in mind that there isn’t enough research currently to know just how much gingerol is needed to achieve these effects — and how much of it you would actually get from drinking a typical cup of lemon-ginger tea.
Keeps you hydrated
When you drink lemon-ginger tea, along with drinking fragrant ginger and lemon essence, you are, of course, drinking water which means you’re hydrating your body.
This is important, because staying hydrated keeps vital organs, like your kidneys, gut, and heart, functioning properly.
How much water you need per day is affected by many factors, such as your medications, activities, and any health issues.
Most women will need at least 78 ounces (2.3 liters), while most men should get 112 ounces (3.3 liters) each day. How much you need will be unique to you and can vary from day to day.
Provides a moment of mindfulness
Having comforting rituals, like a nightly cup of lemon-ginger tea, can have the added benefit of giving you a moment of quiet reflection. Think of it as an opportunity to practice mindfulness.
Mindfulness practice is not just for relaxation — it can be a health booster, too.
One review study found that mindfulness may help you process negative emotions and live your day with more intention (20).
What’s more, when you allow lemon peel to steam under your nose in your cup of warm lemon-ginger tea, you diffuse lemon’s essential oils. That lemon oil vapor may be beneficial, though more research is needed.
Potential concerns
Keep the following issues in mind should you decide to drink lemon-ginger tea regularly.
Carb content
Sweetening your lemon-ginger tea with honey or another sugar-based sweetener could become a concern if you:
drink several cups of sweetened lemon-ginger tea per day
have diabetes
have difficulty regulating your blood sugar
are watching your carbs for other reasons, such as the keto diet
When carbs are a concern, skip the sugar. Keep in mind that sugar comes under many names, including:
honey
agave syrup
organic sugars, like organic cane sugar
maple syrup
brown rice syrup
If you find the tea too spicy, pull back on the ginger or consider a no-carb natural sweetener, like stevia, instead of honey or another type of sugar.
Sleep disruption
Drinking fluids before bed may cause you to get up to urinate in the middle of the night, thus disrupting your sleep.
If this is a concern for you, or if you have difficulty falling back to sleep in the middle of the night, consider drinking your lemon-ginger tea 1 or 2 hours before bed, instead of immediately before you hit the hay.
Blood thinners
If you’re taking blood thinners, such as Coumadin (warfarin), keep in mind that ginger contains salicylate, a plant compound that naturally thins the blood. People with bleeding disorders should also take note.
If you have one of these conditions, speak with a healthcare professional before drinking lemon-ginger tea regularly.
Upset stomach
Consuming large daily doses of ginger, or more than 2 grams, may give you an upset stomach.
If your stomach hurts, burns, or cramps after drinking lemon-ginger, reduce the amount of ginger you’re including in your infusion — or use bigger pieces of ginger in the infusion to lessen its intensity.
How to prepare lemon-ginger tea at home
Making lemon-ginger tea at home is easy. After all, you’re simply infusing water with fresh ginger and lemon.
Lemon-ginger tea
Makes one serving
Ingredients
1-inch (2.5-cm) piece of fresh ginger root, peeled
1/2 lemon, quartered and 1 fresh wedge for garnish
1 cup (237 mL) of water
honey or agave nectar, to taste
Directions
Combine the ginger and lemon with water in a small saucepan and allow to simmer on your stovetop. Let this steep for at least 10–15 minutes.
If you find the tonic too weak, consider grating in your ginger instead, or cutting the piece down into smaller chunks. You can also zest in some lemon peel if you want more lemony notes.
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Stir in honey or agave nectar to taste, if you wish. Garnish with a fresh wedge of lemon.
You could also make a larger batch and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to warm it up again. To do so, multiply this recipe for a few days’ worth.
Takeaway
An infusion of lemon and ginger has the potential to calm minor bellyaches, help ease a stuffy nose, and quell or even prevent nausea.
What’s more, the simple act of drinking lemon-ginger tea may help bring on feelings of relaxation and could be a great tool for practicing mindfulness.
The month of October is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The one month event is geared towards creating awareness about breast cancer. Early diagnosis can help save life of a breast cancer patient. Here are some tips to conduct a breast exam at home regularly.
Breast self-examination (BSE) is the examination of one’s own breast by the person. Overall, 40% of women detect lumps in their breast themselves. Regular self-examination is likely to detect breast lumps early. This may enable women to report to doctors with earlier stage of disease. There is no firm guideline for the exact age for starting BSE. Women should preferably start BSE at the age of 20 years, but can start earlier if desired.
BSE should be done once a month. It should preferably 2-3 days after the end of monthy period. It is best to keep the same day post period for examination which means if you are doing on the 3rd day after completion of periods, keep it as the 3rd day post periods for all your future monthly examinations. The firmness of breast changes in relation of the menstrual cycle. For post-menopausal females, any date of the month can be chosen, repeated every month.
Steps to conduct a Breast Self-examination
1. Stand in front of a reasonable size mirror. Put your hands on the waist and examine your breasts in mirror. Look for areas of dimpling, puckering or bulging of skin. Also, watch out for an area of redness, soreness, rash or swelling.
2. Now raise your arms over your head. Look for the same changes as mentioned above.
3. Keeping your arms still over your head, look for any signs of discharge or fluid coming out of one or both nipples.
4. Now lie down on your back. Use your right hand to feel your left breast. Complete an outer circle. Then move in one inch towards the nipple and complete another circle. Keep repeating till you reach the nipple. You’re looking for the lump. Keep repeating the same for the other breast.
Breast Self Examination
5. There are other patterns to examine your breast. These include vertical parallel strips from mid-line of body, outwards. Alternatively wedge shaped area from nipple, outwards to the periphery of breast can be examined. Finally breast can be examined in an outward spiral manner from nipple to the outer edge of the breast. The intent is to cover all the portions of the breast and avoid missing any segment.
6. It is advisable to use finger pads (rather than tips of your fingers) with massage oil or shower gel, so that the finger pads glide easily over the breast.
Breast Self Examination
7. Alternatively, try in the shower. It’s easier when the skin is wet and slippery. Cover the same hand movements described in step 4 and 5.
If you find some changes during BSE, please do not panic. Remember that breast lump or swelling does not always mean breast cancer. Most of the changes can even happen in non-cancerous conditions. Please see your physician, who will guide you, if needed, to the relevant specialist.
The new Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, Dr. Adetifa Ifedayo, has assumed office after his appointment by President Muhammadu Buhari.
Recall that Buhari approved Ifedayo’s appointment on September 6, 2021.
He took over from his predecessor, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, on Monday in Abuja.
The official handover ceremony was witnessed by the Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire.
The ceremony was also used to celebrate the remarkable transformation journey of NCDC in implementing its 5-year strategic plan for national health security in line with its mandate to lead the preparedness, detection and response to public health emergencies.
Ifedayo’s appointment followed the appointment of Ihekweazu as Assistant Director-General of the World Health Organisation, to head its new pandemic intelligence hub in Berlin from November 1.
Under the leadership of Ihekweazu from August 15, 2016, the agency has witnessed transformational growth from a young parastatal under the Federal Ministry of Health to a science-based institution leading the public health response to the largest pandemic in history.
According to Ihekweazu, despite the general pessimism at the ability of public institutions to deliver on the NCDC’s mandate, his vision was to build the confidence of Nigerians in the NCDC as the body established to protect the health of citizens.
He noted that his visionary leadership at NCDC had enabled the establishment of strategic partnerships and exponential investment in research, infrastructure and human capital development critical to strengthening Nigeria’s health security.
During this time of transformation, Ihekweazu said that there was no better person to lead the young agency than his successor.
“Dr. Adetifa is a proven leader with strong epidemiology, academic and research background as well as the ability to bring people together.
“His vision for effective utilisation of scientific evidence to prevent, detect and respond to public health emergencies is exactly what NCDC needs to build on the gains achieved so far,” he added.
“The incoming DG, Dr. Adetifa is a Clinical Epidemiologist with a strong public health and research background. Prior to his appointment, he was an Associate Professor of Infectious Diseases Epidemiology at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.
“He has also held several vaccine policy advisory roles including membership of WHO’s Advisory Group for Malaria Vaccine Implementation Programme.
“Dr. Adetifa received his undergraduate medical training at the University of Ilorin and completed his residency training in paediatric at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital.
“He holds an MSc in Epidemiology from LSHTM and a Ph.D. in Epidemiology from the University of Amsterdam,” he noted.
While accepting the baton of leadership from the outgoing NCDC director-general, Ifedayo declared his plans for the future with NCDC:
“I must congratulate Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu and the NCDC team for the incredible work being done thus far as well as the natural end of his leadership and the smooth transition process I have witnessed so far.
“For several years now, I have closely followed the activities of the agency without any knowledge of the possibility of ever leading it.
“My focus in the next few weeks is to work with colleagues to understand their work better so we can collectively build on the gains made so far, in line with the NCDC mandate.”
NCDC is the country’s national public health institute, with the mandate to lead the preparedness, detection and response to public health emergencies.
The law establishing NCDC was signed in November 2018 by President Muhammadu Buhari.
The mission for the NCDC is to: “protect the health of Nigerians through evidence-based prevention, integrated disease surveillance and response, using a One Health approach, guided by research and led by skilled workforce”.
A consultant physician and dermatologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, Dr. Folakemi Cole-Adeife has cautioned against wearing second-hand underwear, noting that it can increase the risk of infectious diseases.
According to the dermatologist, wearing second-hand pants and bras can cause fungal infections or mite infestation, and lice.
Dr. Adeife-Cole also said it can lead to vulval or vulvovaginal candidiasis, scabies in women, and tinea cruris in both males and females.
According to an online portal, Healthline, vaginal yeast infection, also known as candidiasis, is a common condition. A healthy vagina contains bacteria and some yeast cells but when the balance of bacteria and yeast changes, the yeast cells can multiply. This causes itching, swelling, and irritation.
The health portal noted that untreated scabies can live on the skin for months, reproduce on the surface of the skin and then burrow into it and lay eggs.
“This causes an itchy, red rash to form on the skin,” it added.
Speaking in an interview with Newsmen, Dr. Cole-Adeife said “I won’t advise anyone to buy or use second-hand underwear, particularly panties or boxers.
“Purchasing second-hand clothes is on the rise possibly due to the current socio-economic situation in the country.
“It’s advisable that such clothes are washed thoroughly and ironed before being worn.”
A study conducted by researchers at the Department of Microbiology, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Nigeria, noted that second-hand clothes are potential carriers of pathogens for skin and other infections.
The study titled “The Microbial Diversity of Fairly Used Wears Sold In a Lagos Market, Nigeria” was led by a Senior Lecturer in the department of AAUA, Festus Olajubu, and published in the Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences.
The researchers said clothes have the potential, just as any other hand contact site, to be a component in the chain of infection transmission during normal daily activities.
They said “Okrika” as is fondly called, is highly patronized by Nigerians, and yet, there is very little information on the attending health implications and what to do to reduce it.
They concluded that “diverse potential pathogens were isolated from the second-hand clothes with bed sheet and panties been the one with the highest microbial count for bacteria and fungi respectively.
“These isolated pathogens are also incriminated in life-threatening diseases. Though the use of detergents in re-washing the fairly used wears reduced the microbial load, it never removed them totally.
“The flare for fairly used clothes because of the assumption that they are cheaper and of better quality than new ones will have to be weighed carefully in view of the likely attending health implications,” they said.
The qualifying race for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2022 kicks off this Wednesday, October 20 with 21 matches scheduled across the continent.
Exciting thrillers are on the program for this first round first leg which will run until 22 October 2021.
Nigeria vs. Ghana
The biggest encounter of the first round will pit the Super Falcons against the Black Queens. In addition to the need to each mark their dominance, the two West African nations will try to secure a privileged place for the next round of the qualifiers.
Advantage in Nigeria, defending champion and nine-time Africa Cup of Nations winner. The first leg will take place in Lagos, while the return is scheduled for Accra.
Central African Republic vs. Cameroon
Since 2002, the Indomitable Lionesses have always reached the last four of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, ending runners-up in 2014 and 2016, and also bronze medalists in 2018. They intend to improve their performances and the first obstacle between them and the final tournament in Morocco will be the Central African Republic. .
Never have the Fauves Ladies succeeded in defeating the Indomitable Lionesses. The predictions therefore announce the band to Aboudi Onguene and Ajara Njoya favorite. But is there really nothing to fear from a CAR team that has worked hard over the past few years to develop their women’s football?
The answer on Wednesday at 13:00 GMT at the Japoma Stadium in Douala where the Fauves du bas-Oubangui will host the Lionesses, before playing the return leg on October 24 in Yaoundé.
Malawi vs. Zambia
The Malawi Scorchers will host the Copper Queens of Zambia in Lilongwe. The match is scheduled to start at 14:00 GMT at the Bingu National Stadium. The Scorchers will be looking for their first participation in the Women’s AFCON after their back-to-back exploits in COSAFA, with a place as semi-finalist in the 2020 women’s tournament and finalist in the 2021 edition.
As for Zambia, the African representatives at the last Olympic Games are favored by predictions. But they will have to do without the presence of their stars playing in China. “Everyone is expecting a tough game because every team is improving and being an AWCON qualifier match, every team wants to be at the tournament so we will take every game serious,” said Zambia goalkeeper Hazel Nali.
Mozambique vs. South Africa
After their victory in the Aisha Buhari tournament, Banyana Banyana encountered some difficulties in putting together good performances, remaining on two consecutive defeats in the semi-finals and third place match in the COSAFA Women’s Championship. The ladies of Desiree Ellis have to get their act together and the bet will not be easy against a team from Mozambique who will play at home.
With the return of internationals like Refiloe, Mothlalo and Kgatlana, South Africa will be on another level. It should also be remembered that Sibulele Holweni, named in the squad, finished top scorer in the COSAFA tournament.
The two teams will reunite after being in the same group during the regional tournament wherein South Africa dominated Mozambique 3-1. But Cidalia Cuta and Cina Manuel who have been prolific during the last stages will be ready to achieve a feat, on the Mozambican side.
The Estadio Nacional de Zimpeto will be the theatre of the match scheduled from 13:00 GMT, with the return leg to follow six days later.
Algeria vs. Sudan
The Desert Foxes participated in 2004, 2006, 2010, 2014 and 2018 Women’s AFCONS. The desire to register a sixth participation will therefore animate the ladies of Radia Fertoul against Sudan.
Sudan, new to women’s football, is writing maiden pages in its history. Its participation last August in the Arab Cup 2021 will have been a painful but compulsory learning to obtain results. And now is the time to capitalize on the bloody losses to make the most of them.
The first leg will take place on Wednesday at 17:00 GMT at the Stade du 5 Juillet 1962 in Algiers. The return leg will take place in Omdurman six days later.
Mali vs. Guinea
Mali’s Eagles led by Bassira Touré and Couloumba Sogoré among others will try to join the next round of the qualifiers.
The brilliant performance from Mali at the last TotalEnergies AFCON in 2018 in Ghana now makes the West African nation a serious contender to this qualifying phase. The Eagles had secured fourth place in the prestigious continental tournament.
Opposite, Guinea will try to qualify for the first time. With 12 participants instead of the 8 in previous editions, the possibilities are more numerous for the Guineans who can hope to create the sensation.
The full schedule for the first round
20.10.2021
13:00 : Uganda vs Ethiopia
13:00 : Eritrea vs Burundi
13:00 : Tanzania vs Namibia
13:00 : Zimbabwe vs Eswatini
13:00 : Mozambique vs South Africa
13:00 : CAR vs Cameroon
14:00 : Malawi vs Zambia
14:00 : Egypt vs Tunisia
14:30 : Congo vs Gabon
15:00 : Kenya vs South Sudan
15:00 : Liberia vs Senegal
15:00 : Nigeria vs Ghana
15:30 : Guinea Bissau vs Mauritania
15:30 : Niger vs Cote d’Ivoire
16:00 : Angola vs Botswana
16:00 : Sierra Leone vs Gambia
16:00 : Burkina Faso vs Benin
16:30 : Mali vs Guinea
17:00 : Algeria vs Sudan
17:00 : Equatorial Guinea vs DRC
22.10.2021
13:00 : Sao Tome vs Togo
Djibouti vs Rwanda canceled due to Rwandan team withdrawal. Djibouti is qualified for the next round.
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