Africa Cup Of Nations Nicknames

African sides have arguably the best nicknames in world football, but how well do you know them? Put your knowledge to the test.

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On Jan 11, 2017

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Which team are known as 'The Elephants'?

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What does South Africa's nickname - 'Bafana Bafana' - translate as?

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Swaziland are known as 'Sihlangu Semnikati'. What does it translate as?

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Ghana are known as the 'Black Stars', but where does the name come from?

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What is Zambia's nickname?

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Guinea-Bissau are known as 'The Djurtus'. What are 'djurtus'?

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The 'Scorpions' have never qualified for the tournament. Who are they?

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Emmanuel Adebayor will represent Togo in the tournament, but what is their nickname?

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Kenya are known as what?

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Which of these is NOT one of Algeria's nicknames?

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How many African sides have 'Eagles' as part of their nickname?

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Who are nicknamed 'The Nation's Light'?

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And finally, which of these is NOT a nickname of the Tanzania team?

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