October 17
Uganda: Speaker Among to Run for the Blind
Nile Post
The "Run for the Blind" event takes place on November 17, State Minister for Disability Affairs Hellen Grace Asamo said, and will coincide with the observance of International… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda to Celebrate International White Cane Day With Inclusive Initiatives
Nile Post
A key part of the celebrations will be the "RUN FOR THE BLIND" marathon, which aims to engage the public in supporting mobility for persons with visual impairments. Read more »
October 16
Uganda: Cheptegei Rallies Support for Elgon Half Marathon
Nile Post
As an Olympic gold medalist, Cheptegei's initiative aims to promote athletics in Uganda while supporting important social and environmental causes. Read more »
October 13
Kenya: Kenya's Chepngetich Breaks Marathon World Record, Dedicates to Late Kiptum
Capital FM
Ruth Chepngetich became the first woman to ever run a marathon in under two hours and 10 minutes, as she broke the world record in a time of 2:09:56 on her way to winning the… Read more »
Kenya: Running for Kiptum - Kenyans Looking to Dominate Chicago Marathon in Honour of Fallen Champion
Capital FM
Kenyan athletes lining up for Sunday evening's Chicago Marathon are looking to earn success in dedication to the late World Record Holder Kevin Kiptum, who died early this year in… Read more »
Kenya: Chepngetich Smashes World Marathon Record in Chicago With 2:09:56
This Day
Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich took almost two minutes off the world record at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, winning the World Athletics Platinum Label road race in 2:09:56 on… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian-Born Bodybuilder Wins 2024 Mr Olympia, Gets Historic $600k Prize
Leadership
A Nigerian-born United Kingdom-based bodybuilder, Samson Dauda, has won the prestigious 2024 Mr. Olympia bodybuilding title, securing the largest prize ever awarded in the sport's… Read more »
October 08
Nigeria: Betsy Obaseki Tourney Winner to Take Home N10m
Daily Trust
The Edo State First lady, Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, has said the winner of the ongoing Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament (BOWFT) would take home a whopping N10m cash prize. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Naaz Hail Involvement of Former Athletes
The Herald
National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe president Tendayi Tagara has said it's encouraging to see former athletes taking initiatives to assist upcoming athletes to also achieve… Read more »
October 07
Kenya: Two Kenyan Athletes Dead in Separate Incidents
Capital FM
Two Kenyan athletes, former Africa Games champion Clement Kemboi, and former World Under-20 champion Kipyegon Bett have died under different circumstances in Iten and Bomet… Read more »
South Africa: Why Professional Athletes Find Retirement So Difficult
Daily Maverick
Retiring from elite sport can be a complex issue for many sportspeople, who are often faced with emotional or psychological challenges. Read more »
October 01
Rwanda: World Mourns Mutombo - Reactions and Tributes
New Times
NBA Global Ambassador and Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo passed away at the age of 58 on Monday. Read more »
September 30
East Africa: Ethiopia's Mengesha, Ketema Win Berlin Marathon
Daily Trust
Ethiopian duo Milkesa Mengesha and Tigist Ketema won the men's and women's races respectively in the 50th running of the Berlin Marathon on Sunday. Read more »
September 27
Mauritius: Minister Toussaint Rewards Gold Medallist Ketty Lent and Outlines Ministry's Achievements
Government of Mauritius
Mauritian athlete, Ketty Lent, was rewarded with a cash prize of Rs 180,000, yesterday, by the Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Recreation, Mr Jean Christophe Stephan… Read more »
September 23
Kenya: Podium Sweep for Kenya At Buenos Aires Marathon, Trunsylvania 10k Race
Capital FM
Bethwell Biwott Yegon led a clean podium sweep in the men's race at the Buenos Aires Marathon on Sunday, in which Kenyans grabbed the top five places. Read more »
September 22
Africa: Athletes From 43 African Countries Gather in Lagos for Fasu Games
Premium Times
Nigeria is hosting the competition for the first time in 20 years after hosting the third FASU Games in 2004. Read more »
September 20
Uganda: Rebecca Cheptegei Was More Than a Victim [opinion]
Independent (Kampala)
The day before my Olympic marathon race in Paris, I jogged around the Olympic Village to stretch out my legs and shake out some nerves. I passed by a group of marathon women --… Read more »
September 19
Zimbabwe: Mpofu Back in Training
The Herald
Zimbabwe's leading distance runner Isaac Mpofu is already planning his next move just over a month after making his Olympic Games debut. Read more »
Nigeria: Ibadan Marathon Will Boost Local Businesses, Says Makinde
This Day
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said the Ibadan Marathon billed for November 2 will boost local businesses, create jobs and strengthen community bonds. Read more »
September 17
Uganda: Cheptegei's Lover Had Wanted All Her Properties in His Names - Minister Ogwang
Nile Post
Ogwang made the revelation on Tuesday as Parliament paid tribute to the deceased long-distance runner who succumbed to injuries due to arson attack by former partner, Ndiema. Read more »
Nigeria: Nin Enrolment Hits 110m - NIMC DG
Daily Trust
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has said without proper identity management, there will not be adequate security and prosperity for the citizens in the country. Read more »