AFCON 2017 kicks off with colorful opening ceremony

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Kodwo Yankey-USA 7 years ago

Where is the rich African culture ? Can't we portray that instead ?

Where is the rich African culture ? Can't we portray that instead ?
POW 7 years ago

It doesn't look like any proper rehearsal was made prior to the opening day. The singers seem confused on stage, most of the kids lacked confidence on the field, the mascot was interesting but lacked stamina for his role. He ...
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It doesn't look like any proper rehearsal was made prior to the opening day. The singers seem confused on stage, most of the kids lacked confidence on the field, the mascot was interesting but lacked stamina for his role. He or she couldn't dance as expected. I was surprised to see no black lady on the sky lines but whites. Africa must wake up and help boost the confidence and image of the girl child. As for patronage, I think the least said the better. Fire all the planning committee members. Bring on "vimfull" youths to get the job done next time around. This is entertainment, not funeral.
POW 7 years ago

We've got to wake up. Oh I almost forgot. The femal musicians were not attractive kwraaa why? "S" shaped singers? Come on people, what the hell was that?

We've got to wake up. Oh I almost forgot. The femal musicians were not attractive kwraaa why? "S" shaped singers? Come on people, what the hell was that?
anokwale 7 years ago

We take things for granted but other countries in Africa are limited in their entertainment options. Comparatively, Ghana has some good singers and musicians.

We take things for granted but other countries in Africa are limited in their entertainment options. Comparatively, Ghana has some good singers and musicians.
anokwale 7 years ago

Keep in mind that Gabon only has 2 million people and they are struggling to host this so this is the best they could do. The "sky line" ladies are likely from France. The people of Gabon are struggling due to the weakness ...
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Keep in mind that Gabon only has 2 million people and they are struggling to host this so this is the best they could do. The "sky line" ladies are likely from France. The people of Gabon are struggling due to the weakness of the oil business.
HONESTY 7 years ago

Gabon have themselves to blame. Such a resource rich nation does not know how to relate and bring in hardworking Africans to help, but like most Africans, they are over protective and stupid.
France has taken advantage of th ...
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Gabon have themselves to blame. Such a resource rich nation does not know how to relate and bring in hardworking Africans to help, but like most Africans, they are over protective and stupid.
France has taken advantage of this and it is milking them for themselves, hence the France skywalkers.
We seem to be going back to that pathway and it takes years to get to where Gabon is at the moment.

As you criticise them, learn from it.
It is good to work with Europeans and other continents, but it is advantagous to work with sensible Africans to forge a good future for the continent.
Kwaku gee 7 years ago

Why is the stadium empty they must be really broke

Why is the stadium empty they must be really broke
Johnny 7 years ago

At least they got the pitch in good shape.

At least they got the pitch in good shape.
POW@ MINISTER 4 ZONGO AFFAIRS 7 years ago

Love your answer, so much. At least, they got their pitches in very good shape. Thanks

Love your answer, so much. At least, they got their pitches in very good shape. Thanks
HONESTY 7 years ago

Stop settling for mediocrity. The African is capable of more than this.

In fact, a white European Priest first saw this raw strong of character and mind and suggested, the African will be more adaptive to the harsh conditi ...
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Stop settling for mediocrity. The African is capable of more than this.

In fact, a white European Priest first saw this raw strong of character and mind and suggested, the African will be more adaptive to the harsh conditions of South America when the indigeous Indians could not.

It had untold off repurcussions for the continent, but hey, it is time we turn our misfortunes into fortunes.

Don't settle for mediocrity.

Yes, Kufuor's Ghana could not prepare a good pitch for the AFcon, but Equatorial Guinea, a country of just about 1,2 million managed to fix it all.

Stop the regression, Africans!

Sankofa can be a bad thing.
Victor Hugo 7 years ago

The per capita income of Gabon is one of the highest on the Continent.l think the ordinary Gabonese are fed up with AFCON. If the Government had asked the people if they would like the AFCON to be staged again, majority would ...
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The per capita income of Gabon is one of the highest on the Continent.l think the ordinary Gabonese are fed up with AFCON. If the Government had asked the people if they would like the AFCON to be staged again, majority would have said no.
HONESTY 7 years ago

Europeans will fight to host tournaments just to use it to boost and increase commerce. The African thinks it is all about kicking a ball between two nations.

Europeans will fight to host tournaments just to use it to boost and increase commerce. The African thinks it is all about kicking a ball between two nations.
Johnny 7 years ago

I am watching the game between Gabon and Guinea-Bissau. With the first half played, I am yet to see a quality play, even from Aubamayang.

I am watching the game between Gabon and Guinea-Bissau. With the first half played, I am yet to see a quality play, even from Aubamayang.
Ray 7 years ago

Empty stadium! Sad and shit...people should be worried about that

Empty stadium! Sad and shit...people should be worried about that
bigjohn 7 years ago

go on davido,flavour naija dey salute u

go on davido,flavour naija dey salute u
Dr. O 7 years ago

THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WATER STAYS IN A POT FOR FAR TOO LONG, IT SMELLS SO BAD LIKE SHIT AND LOTS OF PEOPLE CAN'T TAKE SHIT.
HOW CAN ONE FAMILY BE RUNNING A COUNTRY SINCE 1967, AM TALKING ABOUT OMAR BONGO, AFTER HE D ...
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THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WATER STAYS IN A POT FOR FAR TOO LONG, IT SMELLS SO BAD LIKE SHIT AND LOTS OF PEOPLE CAN'T TAKE SHIT.
HOW CAN ONE FAMILY BE RUNNING A COUNTRY SINCE 1967, AM TALKING ABOUT OMAR BONGO, AFTER HE DIED IN 2009, HIS SON TOOK OVER SINCE THEN TILL DATE,
GABON HAS A LOT OF RICH MINERAL RESOURCES INCLUDING OIL, YET MAJORITY OF THE POPULATION ARE POOR WHY? SAME THING IS HAPPENING IN TOGO, ONE FAMILY RULING SINCE 1967, NOT FORGETTING ZIMBABWE,EQUATORIAL
GUINEA, GAMBIA. A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE STRUGGLING TO MAKE ENDS MEET, THAT IS THE CAUSE OF THE STADIUM BEING EMPTY, CORRUPTION IN HIGH PLACES.
yaw 7 years ago

Empty stadium????????????

Empty stadium????????????
anokwale 7 years ago

I believe that in the future the group stages should be hosted in four different countries. The top seed in each group can host. The knock out rounds can be hosted in one particular country. The reality is that most Africa ...
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I believe that in the future the group stages should be hosted in four different countries. The top seed in each group can host. The knock out rounds can be hosted in one particular country. The reality is that most African countries lack the hotel space and the marketing ability.
There is supposed to be a website making it easy for fans to reserve hotels and buy tickets. The organization of this tournament is too primitive. We should stop fooling ourselves and thinking that Africa can have a great one nation event.
kwasi 7 years ago

it is bored opening why Gabon?the money gone finish?

it is bored opening why Gabon?the money gone finish?
DD 7 years ago

Poorest ceremony ever. opening ceremonies are done in the night a day before the tournament and the gate fees are cheap or free.

Poorest ceremony ever. opening ceremonies are done in the night a day before the tournament and the gate fees are cheap or free.
Dr. O 7 years ago

How can one family take the whole country as their personal property, am talking about the Bongo family . Omar Bongo ruled from 1967 to 2009 if am not mistaken, his son Ali took over from then till date , Gabon has a lot of ...
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How can one family take the whole country as their personal property, am talking about the Bongo family . Omar Bongo ruled from 1967 to 2009 if am not mistaken, his son Ali took over from then till date , Gabon has a lot of rich resources since, since, since, including oil but the majority of the populace are struggling, why, why, why? CORRUPTION at its highest peak, same thing going on in TOGO, EQUATORIAL GUINEA, ZIMBABWE, GAMBIA. THE FEW AT THE TOP ARE THE ONES ENJOYING. AFRICA FOR YOU FELLOW.
NPPigs 7 years ago

What a hell?

What a hell?
Max 7 years ago

Waaaaa luk u go bring this thing come Ghana see what dey happen. Is this what u termed colorful? Empty stadium

Waaaaa luk u go bring this thing come Ghana see what dey happen. Is this what u termed colorful? Empty stadium
Obc 7 years ago

Hahahahahaha because no Ghana musician was dere thats why dey are jealous now commenting nonsense

Hahahahahaha because no Ghana musician was dere thats why dey are jealous now commenting nonsense
Awuradebasa 7 years ago

WHAT A VERY queer opening/?/

WHAT A VERY queer opening/?/
bigjohn 7 years ago

hahahaha,when i said it that ghana has notting to offer and a small irrelevant nation,they did'nt believe,ghana is one of the most smallest countries in africa in terms of pedigree,gabon they insulted is not in their league a ...
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hahahaha,when i said it that ghana has notting to offer and a small irrelevant nation,they did'nt believe,ghana is one of the most smallest countries in africa in terms of pedigree,gabon they insulted is not in their league at all, they boost too much on emptyness they taught i was joking,i also said it that not all african countries have heard of the name ghana before.rather than learning they keep bragging.

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