Sports
MAPALO MWANSA: THE ZAMBIAN TRAILBLAZER CHANGING THE GAME IN THE NFL
When you think of the NFL, you don’t usually picture a young man from Peterborough with Zambian roots, an economics degree, and a 10.4-second sprint time. Yet here we are. Mapalo Mwansa, once just another university student with a knack for fitness is now signed with the Carolina Panthers through the NFL’s International Player Pathway […]
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Africa Readies for a Comeback: Nigeria and South Africa Bid to Bring Formula 1 Home
Abuja / Johannesburg — After more than three decades without an African stop on the Formula 1 calendar, the continent is suddenly in the running again. Nigeria and South Africa have both submitted formal bids to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix, sparking excitement, debate and not a little skepticism about whether this time it […]
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Nigeria Makes History: E1 Grand Prix Debuts in Africa — Lagos Hosts Electric Powerboat Racing
In a move that marked a turning point for Africa’s presence in global motorsports and sustainable innovation, Nigeria became the first African nation to host the E1 Grand Prix Championship this past weekend in Lagos. This historic event was not merely about speed on water , it was about making a statement: that Africa is […]
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E1 Lagos GP: Africa’s Moment on the Global Stage
When Lagos hosts, the world feels it. This weekend, the city’s energy is on a whole new level as the E1 Lagos Grand Prix unfolds, Africa’s first-ever electric boat race, bringing global innovation straight to the waters of Nigeria. But this event isn’t just about racing. It’s about redefining what’s possible for the continent. The […]
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Rugby and Identity in South Africa
Few sports are as deeply tied to South Africa’s identity as rugby. For decades, the game has been more than a contest of strength and skill; it has been a mirror of the nation’s struggles, divisions, and triumphs. From the days when it was seen as a sport of the white minority to its role […]
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Rwanda Makes History with NBA and NFL Tourism Partnerships
Rwanda has once again positioned itself as a trailblazer on the global stage, becoming the first African nation to secure tourism partnerships with both the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Football League (NFL). The East African nation’s flagship brand, Visit Rwanda, has signed multi-year deals with the Los Angeles Clippers and the Los […]
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Nairobi to Host Africa Zone 3 Boxing Championships: A Knockout Showcase of Regional Talent
The gloves are set, the stage is ready, and Nairobi will soon become the heartbeat of African boxing. From October 15–25, 2025, Kenya’s capital will host the Africa Zone 3 Boxing Championships, bringing together fighters from across the region in what promises to be ten days of skill, grit, and electrifying competition. The tournament will […]
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Kenya’s Women Rewrite History with Golden Sweep in Tokyo
Kenya has long been known as the land of champions, but at the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo, its women took that reputation and carved it into history. For the first time ever, one nation swept every distance race from the 800m to the marathon and that nation was Kenya. From the explosive sprint finish […]
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Women in Sports in Africa: Passion, Purpose, and the Power of Balance
In every corner of Africa, from dusty football pitches to sun-soaked running tracks, from netball courts to swimming pools, women are carving out their space in sports. Their stories are often painted with grit, sacrifice, and a deep passion that refuses to bow to cultural stereotypes or societal expectations. The Calling Beyond the WhistleFor many […]
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Lagos Makes History as E1 World Championship Comes to Africa
Lagos, Nigeria – Get ready, Lagos! For the first time ever, Africa will host the world’s premier all-electric powerboat racing series, the E1 World Championship, from October 4th to 5th, 2025. This historic event promises to place Lagos firmly on the global map for innovation, sustainable sport, and electrifying motorsport action. Set against the stunning […]
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