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Olympic champion Tony Yoka switches allegiance to DR Congo
Tony Yoka won Olympic boxing super heavyweight gold for France in 2016 and says he is aiming for a second title at the 2028 Los Angeles Games but this time for the Democratic Republic of Congo, the country of his father'
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Joshua crash driver Ayodele case adjourned to March
The driver of the car involved in a fatal crash in which British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua was injured has appeared in court in Nigeria.
Joshua's personal trainer,
Mike Tyson Vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr. Set For April 25 In The Congo
A proposed exhibition between Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. is targeting April 25 in the Congo, according to a report by Mike Coppinger. While the bout would not impact eithe
Anthony Joshua’s Driver Appears in Court After Fatal Crash
A chauffeur who was driving Anthony Joshua when their car crashed, killing two of the boxer's friends, has appeared in a court in Nigeria.Adeniyi Kayode, 46, was previously charged
Anthony Joshua Returns to the Gym 19 Days After Crash
Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has returned to the gym as he continues his recovery from a car crash in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two close friends
Ghanaian Police Launch Investigation Into Death of Senegalese Footballer
Ghanaian police have opened an investigation into the “suspicious” death of Cheikh Toure, a 20-year-old Senegalese footballer, whose body was taken to a hospital last week.
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Nike x Air Afrique Unveil the Air Max RK61
Nike and Air Afrique, a Paris-based creative collective, have joined forces to launch the Air Max RK61, a dress shoe silhouette that bridges heritage, craft and innovation in a de
Nigeria Enters Bid to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games
Nigeria and India have submitted proposals to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
In the proposals, Nigeria backs its capital Abuja to host the event, with India fronting A
Fécafoot Election: Samuel Eto’o’s Future Hangs in the Balance
With the election just three months away, a bitter standoff over Samuel Eto'o's eligibility, pitting the football federation against the government, threatens to paralyze Cameroon
FC Barcelona Agree Sponsorship Deal with DR Congo to Promote Tourism
Democratic Republic of Congo has agreed to pay more than 40 million euros ($46.37 million) in a sponsorship deal with Spanish soccer club Barcelona that would see a logo promoting
Former Super Eagles Goalkeeper Peter Rufai Dies at 61
Peter Rufai, the legendary former goalkeeper of Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles, has died at the age of 61.
Dodomayana, as he is fondly called, was widely regarded as
Aliou Cisse Named in FIFA Technical Study Group for the 2025 Club World Cup
Former Senegal international Aliou Cisse has been named to the FIFA Technical Study Group (TSG) for the 2025 Club World Cup in the United States.
Cisse, who is the current head
Uriah Rennie, Premier League’s First Black Referee, Dies at 65
Former FIFA and Premier League referee Uriah Rennie has died at the age of 65.
Uriah’s death was confirmed in a statement from the Football Association, FA, on Sunday.
It re
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Mariah Riddlesprigger Celebrate the Arrival of Baby No. 4
NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo and his wife, Mariah Riddlesprigger, welcomed their fourth child on Friday, a girl named Aria Capri.
Mariah shared a photo of their second d
Former Super Eagles Coach Christian Chukwu Passes Away at 74
Enugu Rangers and Nigeria legend Christian Chukwu has died at the age of 74, his family have confirmed.
The former centre-back captained the Green Eagles (now Super Eagles) to
Mbappe's legal team lodge appeal as PSG salary dispute escalates
France football captain Kylian Mbappe's legal team have appealed to the French sports minister and UEFA for his former club Paris Saint-Germain to pay him 55 million euros in unpa
Zimbabwean Kirsty Coventry Becomes First Female President of the IOC
Zimbabwean Kirsty Coventry became the first woman and African to be elected president of the International Olympic Committee on Thursday, saying it was an "extraordinary moment".
Eto’o Wins Legal Battle to Contest CAF Election
The Court of Arbitration for Sport on Friday ordered the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to allow Cameroonian football chief Samuel Eto’o to stand as a candidate for its e
Kenya to Host 2nd PANASA President’s Cup ‘Triumvirate Showdown’ in August 2025
The second edition of the Pan African Scrabble Association-sanctioned President’s Cup, titled “Triumvirate Showdown”, has been scheduled to hold in Nairobi, the capital city of Ke
Israel Adesanya’s Ex Reportedly Loses $500K After Suing for Half His Wealth
Charlotte Powdrell, the ex-girlfriend of UFC star Israel Adesanya, has reportedly lost $500,000 in a shocking courtroom twist after suing him for half of his fortune. Powdrell, wh
Kenya Appoints Former South Africa Striker Benni McCarthy as New Manager
Kenya named former South Africa international Benni McCarthy as coach on Monday, some three weeks before they resume their World Cup qualification campaign.
He will debut later
Super Bowl Champion Morotoluwa Ojomo Meets President Tinubu at Aso Rock
Nigerian-American defensive tackle Morotoluwa Ojomo has once again demonstrated his resolve to proudly identify with his Nigerian heritage after he paid a courtesy visit to Presid
Ball Affects Lives USA Appoints Adefeso as Vice President
Ball Affects Lives, a Dallas-based non-profit dedicated to empowering youth through sports, education, and life skills development, has named Oluwafemi Adefeso as its new vice pre
Paula Lanco Appointed to World Rugby’s Regulations Committee
Rugby Africa, the continental governing body of rugby on the continent, has announced the appointment of Paula Lanco to World Rugby’s Regulations Committee.
Lanco, who is curre
Bentaleb Cleared to Return for Lille After Cardiac Arrest
Nabil Bentaleb has been cleared to return back to action for Lille after more than six months when he suffered a cardiac arrest.
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FIFA Suspends the Congolese Football Federation (FECOFOOT)
FIFA has suspended the Congo Republic's football association (FECOFOOT), barring the nation from all international competitions.
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Real Madrid Launches its First Football Academy in South Africa
Real Madrid C.F. have partnered up with Generation Schools to open up their first academies in Imhoff, Cape Town.
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Tyson Fury Announces Retirement, What’s Next for Anthony Joshua?
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the boxing world, British former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has announced his retirement from professional boxing.
At the
CAF Postpones CHAN Kick-Off Date to August 2025
The Confederation of Africa Football, CAF, has again shifted the kick-off date for the delayed African Nations Championship, 2024 CHAN to August.
The announcement made in
Ogun State to Build Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has announced plans by his administration to construct a brand-new Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring in the state.
Governor Abiodun also anno
Saudi Arabia picks Udo-Obong to head athletics development program
The Saudi Arabian government has chosen Nigerian athletics expert Enefiot Udo-Obong to spearhead their athletics development program.
Following the appointment of former Super
Africa's New F1 Fans Demand a Race on the Continent
A growing community of Formula 1 (F1) enthusiasts in Africa is eager to see a race on their own continent. Despite being the only continent without an F1 race, Africa has seen a s
Anthony Joshua Injured in Fatal Car Crash on Lagos–Ibadan Expressway
Anthony Joshua, the two-time world heavyweight champion, has been injured in a car crash that killed two people.
The Lexus Jeep, which was carrying Joshua, collided with
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