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Zimbabwe: Athletes Savour Kirsty’s Historic Feat

By AllAfrica News: Sport

[The Herald] As Zimbabwe celebrates Minister of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture Kirsty Coventry’s historic election as president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), both current and former athletes have hailed the milestone with pride and…

Kenya: Kenyans Reap Big in Malaga, Stramilano Half Marathons

By AllAfrica News: Sport

[Capital FM] Gilbert Kiprotich and Loice Chemnung won as Kenya dominated the podium of the men and women’s races at the Malaga Half Marathon in Spain on Sunday.

Kenya: Ejore Through to 1500m Final At World Indoor Champs in China

By AllAfrica News: Sport

[Capital FM] NAIROBI — Kenya’s Susan Ejore qualified for the finals of the women’s 1500m at the ongoing World Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China.

South Africa: Bayanda Walaza Sprints to Historic Personal Best to Build On 2024 Heroics

By AllAfrica News: Sport

[Daily Maverick] South African sprinting prodigy Bayanda Walaza became just the ninth South African to dip below the 10-second mark in the 100m on his way to being crowned Gauteng champion on Saturday.

South Africa: Bayanda Walaza Sprints to Historic Personal Best to Build On 2024 Heroics

By AllAfrica News: Sport

[Daily Maverick] South African sprinting prodigy Bayanda Walaza became just the ninth South African to dip below the 10-second mark in the 100m on his way to being crowned Gauteng champion on Saturday.

Namibia: Ngishililwa Bags Silver At Outeniqua Wheelchair Challenge

By New Era

[New Era] The Outeniqua Wheelchair Challenge held in George, South Africa on Saturday saw Namibian paralympic athlete Gabriel Ngishililwa clinching a well-deserved silver medal in the handcycling race.

Kenya: Omanyala, Otieno to Fly Kenyan Flag At South African Athletics Meet

By AllAfrica News: Sport

[Capital FM] NAIROBI — Commonwealth Games champion Ferdinand Omanyala will be in contention at the Athletics South Africa (ASA) Grand Prix in Pretoria on Wednesday evening.

Nigeria: Nigeria’s Para-Badminton Star Dominates in Spain

By AllAfrica News: Sport

[Premium Times] Bolaji’s decisive victory, her fourth win over Kozyna in their last five meetings, reinforces her dominance in the WS SL3 category and propels her closer to the coveted world No. 1 ranking.

Kenya: Kenya Lauded for Giant Steps in Fight Against Doping, GBV

By AllAfrica News: Sport

[Capital FM] World Athletics president Seb Coe is proud of the efforts Kenya have made in curbing doping.

Malawi: Govt Commends Mncs for Malawi Sport Award Initiative – Urges Corporate Support

By AllAfrica News: Sport

[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Government has hailed the Malawi National Council of Sports (MNCS) for its prestigious annual Malawi Sport Award initiative, describing it as a vital platform for promoting sports excellence and instilling a hardworking spirit …