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Australian professional golfer Jessica Bang dies at age eighteen
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Australian professional golfer Jessica Bang dies at age eighteen

The rising sports star passed away in Thailand following a brain haemorrhage and emergency surgery shortly after winning her first professional tournament this year.

By Amara Diallo · Aug 14, 2026
Coventry City sign Ghanaian midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi for record transfer fee
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Coventry City sign Ghanaian midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi for record transfer fee

The Premier League newcomers have finalized a deal for the Ghana international, marking the highest transfer expenditure in the history of the English club.

By Daniel Okonkwo · Aug 10, 2026
Nigeria Finishes as Top African Nation at 2026 Commonwealth Games
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Nigeria Finishes as Top African Nation at 2026 Commonwealth Games

The West African country led the continent in the final medal standings as the international multisport event concluded in Glasgow with Australia securing the top global position.

By Amara Diallo · Aug 10, 2026
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Tanzid Hasan hits century as Bangladesh take lead in Australia

The opening batsman became the first Bangladeshi to score a Test century on Australian soil as the tourists reached a dominant position on the second day.

By Kwame Osei · Aug 05, 2026
African football federations weigh support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino
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African football federations weigh support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino

The Confederation of African Football has not yet declared a formal position regarding the leadership of Gianni Infantino as member nations evaluate their current standing.

By Daniel Okonkwo · Aug 05, 2026
Nigeria Set to Miss Women's World Cup After Playoff Defeats
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Nigeria Set to Miss Women's World Cup After Playoff Defeats

South Africa and Ghana have secured their places in the inter-confederation qualifiers for the 2027 tournament, while the Super Falcons face their first ever absence from the world

By Thandiwe Moyo · Aug 04, 2026
Egypt captain Mohamed Salah set to join Turkish side Trabzonspor
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Egypt captain Mohamed Salah set to join Turkish side Trabzonspor

The former Liverpool forward and Egyptian national team captain received a hero's welcome in Turkey ahead of his anticipated move to Super Lig club Trabzonspor.

By Thandiwe Moyo · Aug 04, 2026
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Manchester City Manager Declines to Confirm Midfielder Rodri Future Plans

Enzo Maresca has remained tight-lipped regarding the future of Spanish midfielder Rodri as transfer links to La Liga giants Barcelona and Real Madrid intensify.

By Kwame Osei · Aug 04, 2026
Cyrille Tchatchet II Secures Commonwealth Games Silver Medal for England
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Cyrille Tchatchet II Secures Commonwealth Games Silver Medal for England

The weightlifter expressed his pride after reaching the podium in a journey that marks his transition from being a refugee to representing his adopted home.

By Thandiwe Moyo · Aug 03, 2026
Grandson of former Ugandan leader Idi Amin disqualified at Commonwealth Games
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Grandson of former Ugandan leader Idi Amin disqualified at Commonwealth Games

The relative of the former military ruler was removed from competition after he was found to have headbutted his opponent during a match in the international tournament.

By Kwame Osei · Aug 02, 2026
Chawinga sisters lead Malawi to Women's Africa Cup of Nations final
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Chawinga sisters lead Malawi to Women's Africa Cup of Nations final

Malawi secured their place in the championship match after sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga scored three goals to defeat Algeria in the tournament semi-finals.

By Daniel Okonkwo · Aug 02, 2026
Cape Verde Manager Bubista Resigns as Renard Returns to Ivory Coast
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Cape Verde Manager Bubista Resigns as Renard Returns to Ivory Coast

The managerial landscape of West African football shifted on Tuesday as Cape Verde's head coach stepped down following a historic World Cup campaign while Ivory Coast reappointed a

By Thandiwe Moyo · Aug 02, 2026
Cameroon defeat Morocco to reach Women Africa Cup of Nations final
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Cameroon defeat Morocco to reach Women Africa Cup of Nations final

Goalkeeper Michaely Bihina delivered a standout performance by saving four penalties to help Cameroon eliminate the host nation and secure a place in the 2026 tournament final.

By Kwame Osei · Aug 01, 2026
Antoine Semenyo Praises Enzo Maresca Tactical Approach at Manchester City
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Antoine Semenyo Praises Enzo Maresca Tactical Approach at Manchester City

The Ghana international forward described the footballing philosophy of new manager Enzo Maresca as music to his ears following the first glimpses of his tactical role.

By Daniel Okonkwo · Jul 30, 2026
Mohamed Salah joins Turkish club Trabzonspor following Liverpool departure
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Mohamed Salah joins Turkish club Trabzonspor following Liverpool departure

The Egyptian forward has opted to sign with the Super Lig side despite significant interest from the Saudi Pro League and Major League Soccer in North America.

By Daniel Okonkwo · Jul 28, 2026
Footballer Lamine Yamal Appointed UN Goodwill Ambassador as World Cup Begins
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Footballer Lamine Yamal Appointed UN Goodwill Ambassador as World Cup Begins

The United Nations has named the Spanish professional athlete a Goodwill Ambassador to highlight how football can advance social justice and sustainable development goals worldwide

By Kwame Osei · Jul 27, 2026
Ugandan Commonwealth Games officials seek missing athletes as visas near expiration
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Ugandan Commonwealth Games officials seek missing athletes as visas near expiration

The Ugandan team manager for the Commonwealth Games has expressed uncertainty regarding the whereabouts of several boxers who failed to return with the national delegation.

By Kwame Osei · Jul 26, 2026
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Iga Swiatek defeats Elena Rybakina to win Canadian Open title

The six-time Grand Slam champion secured the WTA Canadian Open trophy in Toronto after a successful tournament run against high-ranking international competition.

By Fatima Zerhouni · Jul 26, 2026
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New Zealand Breaks With Oceania Over Support for FIFA Leadership

The New Zealand Football association has declined to join its regional confederation in endorsing FIFA President Gianni Infantino as internal divisions surface within the sport.

By Amara Diallo · Jul 25, 2026
Four African Nations Qualify for 2027 Womens World Cup in Brazil
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Four African Nations Qualify for 2027 Womens World Cup in Brazil

Algeria, Morocco, Cameroon, and Malawi have secured their places in the upcoming global tournament after reaching the semi-final stage of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

By Kwame Osei · Jul 24, 2026