Kenya loses star marathoner Kosgei to injury for Paris games
Top marathoner Brigid Kosgei suffers an injury and withdraws from the Paris Games.
Algeria leverages French connection for Olympic boost
With a strong connection to France, the team hopes to draw support from millions of French citizens of Algerian descent.
Nigeria drawn with Benin again for AFCON qualifiers
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying groups are revealed, featuring a rematch between Nigeria and Benin after their World Cup upset.
South African high jump legend Freitag discovered murdered
South African police found the body of former high jump champion Jacques Freitag, who had been missing for weeks, with reports indicating he was shot.
Eritrean sprinter makes history at Tour de France
Biniam Girmay seizes the opportunity for a surprise win. Richard Carapaz takes the overall lead.
India’s T20 World Cup champs to share $15 million prize
India’s World Cup-winning cricket team will share a massive $14.9 million prize money from the BCCI, celebrating their first major title in over a decade.
France’s Mbappe trains in mask, eyes return against Poland
Despite a protective mask, Kylian Mbappe looks sharp in training, raising hopes for a return against Poland.
South African Premiership play-offs: Richards Bay retains status
Richards Bay secured their place in the South African Premiership with a convincing 4-0 victory over Baroka in the final play-off match.
Joburg hosts 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying draw
CAF reveals the qualifying groups for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals to be held in Morocco.
Nigerian race erupts as Enyimba abandons match over penalty call
Enyimba abandoned a crucial Nigerian league match against Enugu Rangers after a late penalty call sparked fan invasion and protests.
Mbappe makes long-awaited switch to Real Madrid
Following months of speculation, Kylian Mbappe officially joins Real Madrid on a five-year contract.
Ethiopian runner targets back-to-back Olympic glory
Selemon Barega eyes repeat victory in the 10,000m at the Paris Olympics.
Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight postponed due to health scare
Mike Tyson’s exhibition fight against Jake Paul scheduled for July 20th has been postponed due to a recent ulcer flare-up, with a new date to be announced by June 7th.
Ghana’s Bukari joins Austin FC as designated player
Bukari, a former Red Star Belgrade player, joins as a Designated Player, replacing Emiliano Rigoni.
Nigeria striker Osimhen misses World Cup qualifiers due to injury
Nigeria suffers a blow as star striker Victor Osimhen is ruled out of next month’s World Cup qualifiers due to injury.
FIFA penalizes Equatorial Guinea, bans Nsue 6 months
FIFA’s disciplinary committee has docked Equatorial Guinea points in World Cup qualifying for fielding ineligible player Emilio Nsue.
Kenya’s World Cup hopes dented as injuries plague squad
Kenya’s World Cup qualification campaign faces a hurdle as injuries sideline key players and force them to relocate their matches to Malawi.
Mckinstry replaces Saintfiet as Gambia coach
With a two-year contract, his primary goal is to qualify the team for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Kenyan champion banned for six years over doping violations
Kenyan champion Rodgers Kwemoi receives a six-year doping ban for repeated violations of the Athlete Biological Passport (ABP).
Tunisia back in doping code
World Anti-Doping Agency lifts sanctions after the country addresses compliance issues with the anti-doping code.
Bangladesh clinch victory over Zimbabwe in T20 thriller
Despite a top-order collapse, Bangladesh secured a thrilling win against Zimbabwe in the fourth T20I.
North Africa football stadiums echo pro-Palestinian solidarity
Fans across North Africa use football stadiums to express solidarity for Palestinians facing the Gaza crisis, defying political repression in the region.
Bangladesh win third T20I, seal series against Zimbabwe
Bangladesh secured a convincing 3-0 T20 series win over Zimbabwe despite a late surge from Faraz Akram.
Record stand revives Zimbabwe but Bangladesh clinches easy win
Bangladesh secured a convincing eight-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the first T20I, thanks to a brilliant debut knock by Tanzid Hasan and disciplined bowling.
