Ivory Coast close on deal to appoint Hiddink

Ivory Coast are hopeful that Guus Hiddink will take charge of the Elephants at the World Cup this summer. Dutchman Hiddink is contracted with Russia until 30 June and has signed a two-year contract to coach Turkey that starts in August.

But Ivory Coach football association (FIF) president Jacques Anouma told BBC Sport: "Guus is one of the people we have contacted about becoming coach.

"Probably in the middle of next week something will be concluded."

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Inspect the voters' roll!

The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...

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