The former Olympics and world champion was left speechless after the Botswana sprint sensation shut down the Rome Diamond League in style. Former Olympics and world 100m champion Justin Gatlin was left surprised by Letsile Tebogo’s dominant victory in Rome on Friday. Botswana’s Olympic 200m champion Tebogo brought the Diamond League meeting in Rome to…
Former Al Ahly coach Pitso Mosimane has praised Khama Billiat’s exceptional talent ahead of Zimbabwe’s crucial AFCON qualifiers against Kenya’s Harambee Stars. Pitso Mosimane has paid tribute to Khama Billiat praising the Zimbabwean star for his consistent brilliance on the pitch. Mosimane’s glowing commendation comes just days before Billiat is set to make his return…
Russell has now lost two back-to-back races to Ackera Nugent of Jamaica since her Olympics heroics but she is not worried by the defeats. Masai Russell, the reigning Olympic champion in the 100m hurdles, remains unfazed after finishing second behind Jamaica’s Ackera Nugent at the Rome Diamond League on Friday. Despite her recent Olympic success,…
Justin Gatlin has heaped praise on Tia Clayton and Tamari Davis, tipping both athletes for big futures. American sprint legend Justin Gatlin has shared his insights on two emerging talents in the world of sprinting: Tamari Davis from the United States and Jamaica’s rising star Tia Clayton. During a recent episode of his Ready Set…
Olympic 400m bronze medalist Muzala Samukonga grapples with fame and criticism after setting national records and winning Diamond League races. Zambia’s Muzala Samukonga is riding the wave of his newfound fame following a stellar year on the track highlighted by his bronze medal win in the men’s 400m at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris….
President William Ruto at Lumumba Estate Affordable Housing in Kisumu. [Michael Mute, Standard] The choice between spending his time at the State House or on the road seems to be an easy one for President William Ruto. He, undoubtedly, enjoys the outdoors more, hence his infamous “tanga tanga” reference by former President Uhuru Kenyatta. As soon as his…
Firat has revealed why he excluded Daniel Anyembe from his latest Harambee Stars squad. Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat has addressed the unexpected absence of key defender Daniel Anyembe from the national team’s provisional squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Anyembe, who has been a regular fixture in the team,…
Africa’s fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala’s struggles against the big boys of global sprinting puts him at a psychological disadvantage that could be the difference between success and failure. Africa’s fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala failed to deliver again when pitted against some of the world’s best following his seventh-place finish at the Rome Diamond League. Omanyala…
Kenya-IFAD Negotiation Meeting. The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has committed Kshs. 16.3 billion (approximately US$126.6 million) to support Kenya’s climate change, food insecurity, and income inequality programmes. The funding is part of the Integrated Natural Resources Management Programme (INReMP), which is currently under negotiation. This program is designed to address key challenges facing…
Kishane Thompson and Shericka Jackson’s coach Stephen Francis has revealed why he is considering banning his athletes from using social media during track seasons. MVP Track Club Head Coach Stephen Francis is considering implementing a strict no social media policy for his athletes during the competitive season. This revelation comes after his recent conversation in…
Letsile Tebogo overcame emotional struggles with the memory of his late mother to clinch victory at the Rome Diamond League. Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo has revealed how a poignant memory of his late mother clouded his mind before his recent 100m victory at the Rome Diamond League meet. The Olympic 200m champion not only clocked an…
Kenyan sprinter Mark Otieno has made peace with the fact that he has been unable to hit his targets since returning to the track one year ago as he looks forward to a better 2025. Former national champion Mark Otieno is looking at the glass half-full after a challenging season that has seen him record…
The four-time world champion has confirmed where she will run next after her third-place finish at the Paris Marathon in April. Vivian Cheruiyot has confirmed her next race after her third-place finish at the Paris Marathon in April. Cheruiyot will race at the AJ Bell Great North Run scheduled for September 8 where she will…
The Ministry of Health has announced the confirmation of the fourth case of Mpox (formerly known as Monkeypox) in the country, adding to growing concerns about the spread of the disease. The latest case involves a truck driver who was travelling from Mombasa, heading to Rwanda. The driver reportedly began feeling unwell on August 28,…
Faith Kipyegon has finally reacted to the much-criticised statue which was erected in her honour in Eldoret before being taken down following public uproar. Triple Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon has finally spoken out regarding the much-criticized statue in Eldoret City that was intended to honor her but instead drew widespread condemnation due to its poor…