Athletics
When was running invented? History and when it officially became a sport
When was running invented? Runing is an instinctive movement that evolved as a survival skill for early humans. Read on to learn more about the history of running.
Today in history: African star shattered men's marathon world record in Chicago
Kenyan athlete, Kelvin Kiptum, became the first human being to run a recognised marathon race under 2:01 when he set the new world record in Chicago in October 2023.
Usain Bolt frustrated after losing 1 billion shillings; case makes no progress
Usain Bolt has been left shocked and disappointed over the lack of update in his case where 12.7 million USD was wiped from his SSL accounts in Jamaica.
Kenya's Emmaculate Anyango supsended for doping offences
Athletics Integrity Unit has suspended Kenyan athlete Emmaculate Anyango for the use and presence of banned substances. Anyango was one of Kenya's promising stars.
Bet9ja Foundation honours Nigeria's para powerlifting champions, rewards dedication
It was a day of celebration as Bet9ja Foundation paid tribute to Nigeria’s Para Powerlifting champions, who have once again put the nation on the global map.
Former Olympic champion Justin Gatlin picks 2024 male athletics MVP
Former Olympic champion Justin Gatlin has picked his male track MVP of 2024. The American sprint legend believes Botswana's Letsile Tebogo deserves the title.
Julien Alfred receives hero's welcome as she returns to St Lucia after Olympic gold
Julien Alfred finally returned to her country, Saint Lucia, after winning the women's 100m at the Paris Olympics. Thousands thronged to the streets to welcome her.
4 Nigerian startups among finalists for ‘Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator’ demo day
NBA Africa announces 10 startups from 7 countries that were selected to pitch their products to a panel of industry leaders at the NBA headquarters in New York.
Daimond League: Tebogo loses to American sprinter in men's 200m in Brussels
Botswana athlete Letsile Tebogo was beaten in the final of the men's 200m by an American sprinter at the Diamond League meet in Brussels, Belgium.
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