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bird Ten X: Ten milestones achieved by African athletes in Paris

The recently-concluded Paris Olympics has, once again reaffirmed the continent’s rich sporting legacy with African athletes shining across a diverse…

3 weeks ago

Nigeria’s sports “queen” scores with local language radio show

Aderonke Adesola, a passionate Nigerian sports fan, is making waves as a female Yoruba language radio presenter. Her lively commentary…

1 month ago

The bird African basketball roundup: Toure breaks FIBA U17 record, Nairobi City Thunder win Kenyan league, FUS Rabat clinch Moroccan title

Guinea’s Abdouramane Toure outperforms at the U17 Basketball World Cup, Nairobi City Thunder end a 37-year wait for championship silverware…

2 months ago

PFL Africa set for 2025, suggesting a new era for MMA on the continent

PFL Africa is set to launch in 2025, becoming the first of many international leagues eager to tap into Africa’s…

2 months ago

Saudi Arabia fuels sports diplomacy to cement and expand economic ties with Africa

Saudi Arabia is ramping up its use of sports diplomacy to solidify and expand economic ties with Africa, viewing it…

2 months ago

Marathon Road to Paris: Ethiopia’s marathoners hope to relive legendary Olympic triumphs

As the Paris Olympic countdown ticks away, Ethiopia with its talent-packed Olympics team, will be vying to relive past glorious…

2 months ago

Biniam Girmay’s historic cycling triumph mirrors Africa’s growing pedalling prowess

Biniam Girmay, an Eritrean cyclist recently made history as the first black African to win a stage at the Tour…

2 months ago

Chipo Maenzanise is Zimbabwe’s own superwoman

After facing ridicule for her "muscular" stature during her school years, Chipo Maenzanise found solace and inspiration in weightlifting. She…

2 months ago

The Namibian athlete with hopes of winning Paralympic gold

Namibian para-athlete Chris Kinda, together with guide Kelvin Goagoseb, received a hero’s welcome after Kinda became the first para-athlete from…

2 months ago

Marathon Road to Paris: Eliud Kipchoge’s quest for a third Olympic gold is achievable – running experts explain

Experts explain why the 2024 Paris Olympics, kicking off later this month, could be the crowning moment for Kenya's legendary…

2 months ago