May 21
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Rugby Union Releases Presidential Candidates List Ahead of Saturday's Polls
New Zimbabwe
With four days to go before the 2024 Zimbabwe Rugby Union elections which are scheduled for Saturday 25 May, the union on Monday released the names of nominees running for office. Read more »
May 20
Ghana: Aduana Shock Hearts in Accra
Ghanaian Times
Visiting Aduana Stars inflicted a 1-0 victory on Accra Hearts of Oak in their match day 30 Ghana Premier League (GPL) game played at the Accra Sports Stadium, yesterday. Read more »
Kenya: NOCK Support for Athletics Coaches a Timely Boost Ahead of Olympics
Capital FM
The National Olympics Committee of Kenya (NOCK) have been lauded for their financial support towards athletics coaches even as they prepare athletes for this summer's Olympic… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Dynamos, Caps Derby Ends in Unprecedented 89th Minute
New Zimbabwe
REFEREE Brighton Chimene, who presided over the much-hyped derby pitting Dynamos and CAPS United, prematurely ended the match in the 89th minute. Read more »
Rwanda: Skol, Rayon Sports Host Workshop With Fan Club Leaders in Nyanza District
New Times
From May 18 to 19, 2024, SKOL Brewery Ltd, in partnership with Rayon Sports, organised a two-day workshop for fan club leaders. This event aimed to review and strengthen their… Read more »
Rwanda: Lions De Fer Edge Kigali Sharks to Reach Final
New Times
Lions de Fer have reached the final of the 15-Aside Championship after defeating rivals Kigali Sharks RFC 18-16 in the final group stage match held at UTEXRWA ground in Kigali on… Read more »
Rwanda: Could We See Another APR Vs Rayon Rivalry in Women's Football?
New Times
APR WFC were in March crowned FERWAFA women's second division league champions after a comfortable 3-0 victory over Forever WFC at Kigali Pele Stadium. Both teams secured promotion… Read more »
May 19
Namibia/Egypt: Ahly Stay On Track for 12th Title After Holding Esperance
Namibian
Al Ahly of Egypt stayed on course for a record-extending 12th CAF Champions League title by holding hosts Esperance of Tunisia to a 0-0 draw on Saturday in the first leg of the… Read more »
Namibia: Benjamin Wins La 400m Hurdles in Blistering 46.64sec
Namibian
American Rai Benjamin won the men's 400m hurdles in a world-leading 46.64 seconds at the Los Angeles Grand Prix on Saturday as Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone posted an impressive 200m… Read more »
Uganda: Usyk Outclasses Fury to Become Undisputed Heavyweight Champion
Nile Post
AGENCIES | Tyson Fury was saved the referee and the bell in the night but ultimately not the judges as Oleksandr Usyk took a split decision to win the world's first undisputed… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Athletes Shine At Adidas Atlanta City Games
Premium Times
Favour Ofili of Nigeria was one of those who stole the show at the Adidas Atlanta City Games at the weekend. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Themba Gorimbo Wins Another UFC Fight, Dedicates Victory to His Bereaved Coach
New Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe mixed martial arts star, Themba Gorimbo on Saturday night defeated Ramiz Brahimaj by a unanimous decision in an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) match in Las Vegas,… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya 180 Minutes Away From First Ever World Cup Qualification
Capital FM
Kenya is 180 minutes away from sending a team to the FIFA World Cup for the first time ever, after the Rising Starlets walloped Ethiopia 3-0 at the Ulinzi Sports Complex to qualify… Read more »
May 18
Nigeria/Burkina Faso: Nigeria's Flamingos Thrash Burkina Faso 6-0 in World Cup Qualifying Match [press release]
Premium Times
Victory earned Nigeria a 7-1 aggregate win and a place in the final round against the winner of the Senegal/Liberia fixture. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Economic Challenges Take Toll On Football Viewing Centres As Patronage Shrinks
Premium Times
Viewing centres bridged a gap for many football fans, allowing them to watch their favourite stars play for European clubs Read more »
Africa: Al Ahly and Esperance Highlight the Dominance of North Africa in Club Football. Lessons for Other African Teams [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Al Ahly, based in Cairo, and Esperance, in Tunis, are among the most successful clubs in the history of the main club cup competition in Africa, the CAF Champions League. Read more »
May 17
Kenya: Bekele & Kipchoge - Will Paris 2024 Be Final Showdown?
Capital FM
One of the great athletics rivalries of all time will be renewed at Paris 2024 after Kenenisa Bekele was named in Ethiopia's marathon squad. Read more »
Kenya: Gor Mahia Head Coach Mckinstry to Leave After Muhoroni Match
Capital FM
Gor Mahia head coach Jonathan McKinstry will leave the country after Sunday's FKF Premier League match against Muhoroni Youth, where they will potentially clinch their record… Read more »
Nigeria: Para Badminton - Bolaji, Chigozie Qualify for Paris 2024 Paralympics
Daily Trust
The duo of Mariam Eniola Bolaji and Jeremiah Chigozie has qualified for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games coming up from 28th August to 8th September. Read more »
Nigeria: Igoche Mark Hails Rivers Hoopers On Bal Playoff Ticket
Daily Trust
A one-time Nigeria Basketball Federation presidential candidate and initiator of the Mark D' Ball Basketball Championship, Mr. Igoche Mark, has congratulated Nigerian Champions,… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Football Authorities Endorse N-Youth League
Daily Trust
The Nigeria Youth League (N-Youth League), an initiative of Robinson Adakosa, has been endorsed by the Ministry of Sports Development, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), and… Read more »
Ghana/Nigeria: Golden Eaglets Falter in Wafu B U-17 Opener in Ghana
Daily Trust
...As Flamingos gear up for Burkina Faso ladies Read more »
Namibia: Eagles Aim to Soar in the Windies
Namibian
The national cricket team, the Richelieu Eagles fly off today to embark on their third successive T20 World Cup in the West Indies. Read more »
Namibia: Depleted Kudus Host Log Leaders Unam
Namibian
A severely depleted FNB Kudus host FNB Unam in a Windhoek Lager Premier League top of the log clash at Walvis Bay tomorrow afternoon. Read more »
Kenya: Bitok Steps Down As Malkia Strikers Assistant Coach After Public Fury
Capital FM
Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) vice president Paul Bitok has announced he is stepping down from an offered role as the Malkia Strikers assistant coach heading to the Olympic… Read more »