Morocco’s Brahim Díaz currently leads the goalscoring chart at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), having netted five goals so far in the tournament.
The Real Madrid forward has been a key figure in the host nation’s run to the semi-finals, delivering decisive performances across his appearances.
Díaz is closely followed by two players still in contention for the title, with Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Egypt star Mohamed Salah both on four goals apiece. Their presence in the semi-finals underlines the fierce competition among Africa’s elite forwards as the tournament enters its decisive phase.
With two matches remaining for the finalists, the race for the Golden Boot remains wide open ahead of the last-four clashes.
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Rwanda’s musical powerhouse, Bruce Melodie, has linked up with Tanzanian Bongo star Diamond Platnumz & Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Joel Brown to drop “POM POM“. Released via 1:55 AM Entertainment, this dynamic collaboration delivers a fusion of Afro-pop, Bongo Flava & Afrobeats, creating a vibrant pan-African anthem that promises to energize audiences across the continent and beyond.
Produced by Ghanaian hitmaker C-Tea Beat, “POM POM” is a celebration of Africa’s musical diversity. The track fuses the distinct styles of three African superstars into a pan-African anthem, blending Afro-pop melodies, Bongo Flava rhythms and Afrobeat undertones. Featuring trilingual lyrics in Kinyarwanda, Swahili and English, “POM POM” captures themes of connection, unity and celebration, creating an unforgettable sound that resonates across the continent and global playlists.
Bruce Melodie shares with fans, “This collaboration celebrates Africa in all its colors — three voices, three countries, one anthem. ‘POM POM’ is more than a song; it’s a movement, a reminder that music connects us no matter where we come from.”
The official music video, directed by Rwanda’s Fayzo Pro (Kigali scenes) and Uganda’s Sasha Vybz (Dar es Salaam scenes), captures the cultural richness of both cities, juxtaposing Rwandan heritage motifs with Tanzanian urban landscapes. The visual storytelling elevates the track’s message of unity and shared joy, providing an immersive and vibrant pan-African experience.
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Marking their first-ever collaboration Bruce Melodie, Diamond Platnumz and Joel Brown chemistry emerged organically from mutual respect and admiration among the artists. Bruce Melodie and Diamond Platnumz, both long standing icons in East Africa, expressed interest in working with Nigeria’s rising Afrobeats star Joel Brown, while producer C-Tea Beat ensured the creative vision seamlessly bridged their unique styles creating a rich, energetic and immersive listening experience.
With “POM POM,” Bruce Melodie, Diamond Platnumz, and Joel Brown showcase their versatility and ability to create pan-african musical magic. The single is a celebration of African creativity, bridging generations, genres, and fanbases, and is poised to become the definitive summer anthem of 2025.
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Addis Ababa — African Union (AU) officials have underlined that unity and close collaboration among Member States are indispensable to confronting the continent’s mounting security, political and economic challenges.
The 51st Ordinary Session of the AU Permanent Representatives Committee (PRC) opened today at the AU headquarters in Addis Ababa.
Held under the theme “Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Safe Sanitation,” the session brings together ambassadors accredited to the African Union, senior officials of the African Union Commission and representatives of various AU organs to review pressing continental issues ahead of the next AU Summit.
Addressing the opening session, Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) Mohammed Ali Youssouf said the upcoming 39th Ordinary Summit of the African Union is scheduled to take place from February 14 to 16, 2025.
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He noted that the summit will focus heavily on peace and security challenges, particularly the situations in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sudan and Libya.
“The Commission will endeavor to use all available means to find solutions,” Youssouf said. He added, “The Peace and Security Council will act promptly and dynamically to address the various crises facing our nations.”
The Chairperson further stressed that the current international environment has become increasingly complex, making solidarity among African countries more critical than ever.
He urged Member States to adjust to present realities and strengthen reliance on domestic resources while safeguarding collective interests.
Chairperson of the PRC to the African Union, Ambassador Professor Miguel Cesar Domingos Bembe, echoed these concerns, pointing to persistent and unresolved conflicts across the continent.
“Unresolved conflicts continue to plague regions such as eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, Sudan, Libya and the Sahel,” Bembe said.
He also noted that Madagascar has recently experienced an unconstitutional change in government, while Benin narrowly avoided a similar crisis.
Bembe emphasized the Commission’s determination to address peace and security challenges using all available mechanisms, including the work of Commissioners, Special Envoys and the Panel of the Wise.
“The Peace and Security Council is acting with necessary speed and dynamism to respond promptly to various crises,” he stated.
He further highlighted ongoing institutional reforms, particularly within the peace and security architecture, aimed at strengthening stability and resilience across the continent.
Referring to the broader global context, Bembe said declining financial resources, rising tariff barriers and restrictive visa regimes are increasingly affecting African countries and limiting the free movement of people.
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He called on Member States to remain adaptable, promote self-reliance and sustain strategic partnerships, even as global trends shift toward protectionism and unilateralism.
Delegates are expected to review the agenda over the next fifteen days, with the African Union Commission providing technical and administrative support throughout the process.
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