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Faith Kipyegon to Chase Historic Sub-Four Minute Mile in Paris Exhibition Run

Kenyan athletics superstar Faith Kipyegon has announced her boldest challenge yet: an attempt to become the first woman in history to run a mile in under four minutes. The record-breaking…

Africa News Now April 23, 2025

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Football Behind Bars: How a CAF Coaching Course Is Helping Female Inmates Rebuild Their Lives

After nearly four years behind bars, Marie, an inmate at Freetown’s Female Correctional Centre, has found a lifeline in an unlikely place: football. Thanks to the Football for Reform initiative,…

Africa News Now April 22, 2025

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CAF Fines Mamelodi Sundowns and Esperance Over Fan Violence Ahead of Club World Cup

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed heavy fines on Mamelodi Sundowns and Esperance de Tunis following violent fan clashes during their CAF Champions League quarter-final on April 1.…

Africa News Now April 18, 2025

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Nigerian Court Rules NFF and Nasarawa United Negligent in Death of Chineme Martins

The National Industrial Court of Nigeria has ruled that Nasarawa United FC, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), and league officials were negligent in the March 2020 death of footballer Chineme…

Africa News Now April 17, 2025

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Zambia Withdraws Four U.S.-Based Players from China Tournament Amid U.S. Travel Restrictions

Zambia’s women’s national football team has withdrawn four of its United States-based players from the upcoming Yongchuan International Tournament in China due to new travel measures introduced by U.S. President…

Africa News Now April 3, 2025

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Nigerian Boxer Gabriel Olanrewagu Dies After Collapsing in Ghana Professional Boxing League Fight

A tragic incident unfolded at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra on Saturday night during the Bel 7Star Ghana Professional Boxing League, as Nigerian light heavyweight boxer Gabriel Aluwasegun Olanrewagu…

Africa News Now March 31, 2025

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Zimbabwe’s President Appoints Army Chief as Sports Minister Amid Political Maneuvering

Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed General Anselem Sanyatwe, the country's army chief, as the new Minister of Sports, Recreation, Arts, and Culture. The move comes amid a broader reshuffling…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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Egyptian Entrepreneur’s Luxury Jetcars Bring High-Speed Thrill to Water

Egyptian entrepreneur Karim Amin has revolutionized the aquatic adventure industry with his unique invention—luxury-inspired "jetcars" that allow users to experience the thrill of driving on water. His company, Jetcar Kromh,…

Africa News Now March 27, 2025

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Morocco Prepares to Co-Host 2030 FIFA World Cup

Rabat is undergoing a major transformation as construction and restoration projects accelerate in preparation for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The Moroccan capital is one of six cities in the…

Africa News Now March 26, 2025

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Ghana to Host Third Edition of African Schools Football Championship, Marking Historic First for West Africa

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced that Ghana will be the host nation for the highly anticipated third edition of the African Schools Football Championship. This landmark…

Africa News Now March 17, 2025

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Six New Members Elected to CAF Executive Committee Following Fierce Election at Extraordinary General Assembly

Six new members have been elected to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Executive Committee, marking a significant shift in the leadership structure of African football. The election took place…

Africa News Now March 12, 2025