May 03
Nigeria: 'Don't Rush Abroad' - Ex-Seattle Sounders Striker Advises Nigerian Players
Premium Times
Josiah Emmanuel has called on players plying their trade in the domestic leagues in Nigeria to be grounded and spend some time in the country before thinking of going abroad. Read more »
May 02
Zimbabwe/South Africa: Free State Stadium to Host Bafana Vs Zimbabwe FIFA World Cup Clash
SAFA
SAFA acting CEO Dr Thulani Ngwenya confirmed that the South African senior men's national team will return to Bloemfontein for the first time since the 2010 FIFA World Cup. They… Read more »
Namibia: Nambrew Boosts Namibian Rugby
Namibian
Namibian rugby received a boost on Tuesday when Namibia Breweries announced a N$3 million sponsorship for the coming year. Read more »
Africa: Refugee Olympic Team to Send Message of Hope At Paris Games
UN News
Afghanistan's first woman breakdancer, a Cameroon-born British boxing champion, and a literal shooting star from Venezuela are among the members of the Refugee Olympic team… Read more »
May 01
Kenya: Doing It for Kiptum! - Benson Kipruto Says He Will Dedicate Olympics Performance to Fallen Friend
Capital FM
Benson Kipruto says he will be competing at the Olympic Games in Paris, in honour of his great friend, departed world record holder Kevin Kiptum. Read more »
Kenya: Kipchoge Upbeat Over Olympics Three-Peat As Final Marathon Squad Named
Capital FM
Two-time Olympics marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge headlines a strong three-man team that will represent Kenya at this year's summer games in Paris. Read more »
Liberia: Swal Condemns Vandalization of SKD By Hooligans
FrontPageAfrica
The Sports Writers Association of Liberia (SWAL) has strongly condemned what it terms as an act of 'hooliganism' exhibited by a few supporters on Monday, April 29, 2024, at the… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Gems Assistant Coach Shinya Resigns
The Herald
Zimbabwe senior netball team assistant coach Tatenda "Ninja" Shinya has called time on his netball coaching career spanning over 15 years. Read more »
Zimbabwe: MBH, Plumtree Take Centre Stage
The Herald
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Zimbabwe: Ex-Spain-Based Star Joins Dembare
The Herald
Nicholas Guyo is set for a reunion with childhood friend and ex-FC Malaga City teammate Martin Mapisa at Dynamos with his deal almost complete. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Buju Gives Tonderai Ndiraya Ultimatum
The Herald
Ambitious Simba Bhora have been blowing hot and cold so far this season and club president Simba "Buju" Ndoro is not amused by their lack of consistency. Read more »
Namibia: Transkalahari Corridor Secretariat Cycled From Pretoria to Swakopmund
Namibia Economist
A group of 30 cyclists journeyed from South Africa to Namibia as part of the Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat's (TKCS) 20 year anniversary celebration. The group which included… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zim Motox Duo Out to Redeem Themselves
The Herald
Zimbabwe's motocross champion rider Emmanuel Bako and young Victor Nyamupfukudza will be out to redeem themselves when they take part in the third round of the 2024 South African… Read more »
Kenya: 'YouTube Man' Yego 'Feeling Okay' After Kip Keino Classic Injury Scare
Capital FM
Former javelin world champion Julius Yego says he is feeling okay after an injury scare at the Kip Keino Classic a fortnight ago, one that put doubt on his preparation towards… Read more »
April 30
South Africa: Boxing Legend "Rose of Soweto" Dingaan Thobela Dies
allAfrica
Dingaan Thobela, the revered South African boxer affectionately known as the 'Rose of Soweto', passed away at the age of 57 after a prolonged battle with illness, reports News24. Read more »
Tanzania: PM Commends KCB for Sponsoring Run4Autism
Daily News
KCB Bank has sponsored the Tanzania autism half marathon 'Run4Autism' to enhance awareness about autism disorder in the country. Read more »
South Africa: Dingaan Thobela 'A Champion Fighter Who Captured the Hearts of the Nation'
SAnews.gov.za
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa has paid tribute to the late South African boxing legend Dingaan Thobela, describing him as one of the world's standout fighters. Read more »
Nigeria: George Finidi Appointed Super Eagles Manager
New Times
Nigeria have confirmed Enyimba coach Finidi George as their new coach to replace Portuguese Jose Peseiro, whose contract was not renewed when it expired in February. Read more »
April 29
Uganda: Kampala City Marathon On, MTN Kampala Marathon Off
Nile Post
Minister of Sports Peter Ogwang has unveiled the Kampala City Marathon tamplate, emphasising its significance in enhancing tourism and investment in Uganda. Read more »
Africa: How Breakdancing Became the Latest Olympic Sport [analysis]
Daily Maverick
In an effort to bring the Olympics to a wider and younger audience, breaking is the latest "sport" to make its debut at Paris 2024. But how will it work as a scored sport? Read more »
Nigeria: Judiciary Sports Association Gets New President
Leadership
The National Sports Association for Judiciary has elected Honourable Noah Sunday, as its new president to pilot the affairs of the association. Read more »
Rwanda: Cycling - Manizabayo, Mwamikazi Win Race to Remember 2024
New Times
Benediction Club rider Eric Manizabayo and Djazilla Mwamikazi on Sunday, April 29, won the 2024 Race to Remember cycling tournament held in Kigali. Read more »
Nigeria: Rangers Edge Plateau United 2-0 to Maintain Top Spot
Daily Trust
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Zimbabwe: Hwange, Herentals in Draw
The Herald
The passionate and ever energetic Chipangano fans again left the Colliery Stadium a frustrated and disappointed lot after Hwange again stuttered to an agonising 1 -1 draw against… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Melissa Watt Set to Burn the Track At Donnybrook
The Herald
The 2024 motor racing season is set to move a gear up this coming Sunday with the staging of the Tiger Wheel &Tyre 1-Hour Endurance Race Day at Donnybrook Park Raceway in… Read more »