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TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2023 is well underway, with 24 teams competing for the top prize in Africa’s greatest football spectacle. Sports fans across the continent and beyond are turning to Search to stay informed and drum up support for their favourite teams.

We want to make sure you don’t miss a second of the action, and so here are some features from Search and YouTube to enhance your AFCON 2023 experience.

#1: Follow all the match-time action on Search

Throughout the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Côte d’Ivoire 2023, whenever you search on Google for a tournament, a specific match-up, a team or even a player, you will have access to a breadth of features that make sure you never miss a major. You can watch official highlights, follow your favourite teams, get notifications throughout the games and browse stats like head to head records, recent form and win probability.

#2: Compete for glory in the Mini Cup Game

Craving some friendly competition? Join the fans who have already scored millions of goals for their favourite teams in our multiplayer online game which we call the Mini Cup.

Search for a match, choose your team and work with fellow soccer fans from around the world to score the most goals before the game is over.

Track your personal achievements throughout the tournament,  and see which teams are leading and how many goals fans around the world have scored for their favourite teams.

 

#3: Relive the moments through match highlights on Search and on YouTube

If you missed the goals or just want to relive the thrill, catch the match highlights straight from Google Search by searching for Africa Cup of Nations or for past matches.

Sports fans can also catch all the exclusive content, highlights, and behind-the-scenes access to AFCON 2023 from CAF’s YouTube channel, CAF TV.

#4: Ask any questions you have on this and past AFCON matches and let generative AI do its magic

With new generative AI capabilities in Search, uncover new viewpoints and insights on AFCON.

Let’s take a query like “what are some interesting facts about AFCON”.

You’ll see an AI-powered overview of key information, covering different aspects of AFCON, with links to dig deeper.

To try the Search Generative Experience, just tap the Labs icon in the Google app or Chrome desktop to sign up, and visit labs.google.com/search to learn more.

Experience these and more on the Google app and may the best team win! Let’s go Africa!!


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Glo Unveils Immersive Gaming Experience, Travel Saga

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With the introduction of Travel Saga, a premium, fast-paced gaming experience that is currently live and accessible to customers on its network, Globacom has lifted the bar for mobile entertainment in the country.

Travel Saga is a story-driven, intricately connected role-playing game designed to provide the thrill, complexity, and competitive intensity of some of the most well-known action games in the world.

The game, which has been painstakingly optimized for mobile devices, redefines mobile gaming as a full-fledged digital battlefield by translating a console-grade experience onto data-enabled handsets.

Fundamentally, Travel Saga takes users on quick virtual journeys against recognizable international landscapes. In a dynamic, ever-evolving gaming environment, players are thrown into furious missions, fierce fights, and ever-expanding tales where talent, strategy, and endurance determine who rises through the ranks to become a true war hero.

In addition to the excitement of fighting, users are encouraged to go to various locations, take part in thrilling challenges, and participate in intense competition for in-app rewards like points and victory badges. With each encounter and accomplishment, the immersion increases with each level, maintaining momentum and excitement.

Flexible subscription plans with one-time or auto-renewal choices are available to subscribers for the service, which costs ₦100 per day and ₦250 per week. By dialing *70021#, customers can quickly subscribe and gain instant access to the action.

With Travel Saga, Glo reaffirms its dedication to innovation and high-end digital experiences, making top-notch gaming easily accessible to its customers. The game offers uninterrupted action, adventure, and competition, all smoothly supported by the Glo network.


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SHELT Named in Prestigious 2025 MSSP 250 List for Cybersecurity Excellence

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SHELT, a leading cybersecurity-as-a-service provider, has earned inclusion in the 2025 MSSP 250, the annual ranking of the world’s top 250 Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) by MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance publication.

SHELT Named in Prestigious 2025 MSSP 250 List for Cybersecurity Excellence

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The list evaluates firms on business performance, service breadth, and industry impact, spotlighting those excelling in growth, operational excellence, and advanced managed security amid rising cyber threats. Selection criteria include annual recurring revenue, profitability, workforce expansion, business growth, and the depth of managed security offerings.

SHELT’s recognition underscores its investments in scalable security operations, threat intelligence, and tailored managed services across multiple regions, enabling clients to navigate complex risk landscapes effectively.

“Being recognised in the MSSP 250 is a meaningful milestone for our team,” stated Youssef Abillama, CEO of SHELT. “It validates our focus on building practical, resilient security services that help organisations manage risk and respond effectively to today’s evolving cyber threats.”

The company hailed the honour as testament to its teams’ dedication and expertise worldwide, reaffirming commitment to enhancing capabilities and delivering trusted cybersecurity solutions.


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Meta Names Ex-Trump Adviser Dina Powell McCormick as President

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Meta Platforms, owner of Facebook, has appointed Dina Powell McCormick, a former adviser to President Donald Trump, as its new president and vice chairman, bolstering its leadership amid aggressive AI and infrastructure expansion.

Meta names ex-Trump adviser Dina Powell McCormick as president

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The announcement, made on Monday, positions Powell McCormick – who recently stepped down from Meta’s board after eight months – to guide overall strategy, including multi-billion-dollar investments in data centres and global partnerships.

A Goldman Sachs veteran with 16 years in senior roles and prior stints as deputy national security adviser under Trump and in the Bush administration, she brings deep finance and international ties to the role.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg hailed her as “uniquely qualified” for the company’s next growth phase, while President Trump praised the move on Truth Social as a “fantastic choice”.

The hire signals Meta’s efforts to strengthen White House relations, following recent dinners with Trump and U.S. investment pledges worth hundreds of billions


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