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Kenya: ‘What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger – ‘ Kenya Lionesses Motivated By Past Failures in Pursuit of World Rugby 7s Series Ticket

[ad_1] Nairobi — National women's rugby 7s team captain Grace Adhiambo says past failures to qualify for the World Rugby 7s Series have only increased their hunger to make it to the prestigious tournament. Adhiambo said the team have always been determined to come back stronger after they fell short at the 2022 Challenger Series in Chile where they lost to Japan in the semi-final. "That keeps on motivating us...we were in the semi-final with the Japanese and we lost. […]

January 12, 2024 3

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Kenya: Cut-Throat Display Awaits as Ksh 52 Million Up for Grabs in Magical Kenya Ladies Open

[ad_1] Nairobi — For the fourth year running, the season- opening Ladies European Tour (LET) event will return to the picturesque Vipingo Ridge PGA Baobab course and is sure to treat fans to some exhilarating displays of golfing artistry. As was the case last year, the 2024 season will tee-off in North Coast Vipingo with the crème de la crème of LET, rookies, past champions and selected top local golfers returning to the PGA accredited course for one the most […]

January 12, 2024 3

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Namibia: Dordabis Road Race Kicks Off Cycling Season

[ad_1] The Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power (WPP) Race Series will kickstart the 2024 cycling season on Sunday, 14 January, on the Dordabis Road, east of Windhoek. The first of the six race-series will start at 07h00 at the NamPower Station entrance on the Dordabis Road, with more than 300 cyclists expected to take part in the event. The organisers have introduced exciting categories in a bid to make the events exciting and inclusive. These include a mountain bike category, a […]

January 11, 2024 3

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Morocco to Host 2024 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations

[ad_1] Rabat — The Confederation of African Football (CAF) awarded Morocco the organization of the 2024 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) announced on Wednesday. This edition, which will be held in April, will be a qualifier for the 2024 World Cup, scheduled for Uzbekistan, the FRMF pointed out on its website. This is the second futsal AFCON hosted by the Kingdom, following the 2020 edition organized in Laâyoune. [ad_2] Source link

January 11, 2024 2

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Angola: Afcon’2023 – CAF Finalizes TV Broadcasting Agreements

[ad_1] Luanda — The African Football Confederation (CAF) announced this Wednesday, in Abidjan, the conclusion of global agreements with holders of TV broadcasting rights in Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, North America and the Caribbean, before the start of the African championship (AFCON'2023). The competition will take place from January 13th to February 11th, 2024, in Côte d'Ivoire, with the presence of 24 teams. According to the AFCON website, TV broadcast partners also include Sky and BBC (United Kingdom), LaLiga+ […]

January 11, 2024 3

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Kenya: 5 Things to Expect At Polo This Weekend – Elite Networking, Fab Fashion, Electrifying Music, Dynamic Sport & Non-Stop Entertainment

[ad_1] Polo is quickly becoming Nairobi's must attend sport and event. From the allure of elite networking and the showcase of fabulous fashion to the pulsating beats of electrifying music, dynamic sporting prowess, and the promise of non-stop entertainment, a polo gathering promises you an exciting unforgettable afternoon, one not to be missed, courtesy of Nairobi Polo Club, Capital FM and Tusker Malt. Tickets on sale via https://nairobipolo.hustlesasa.shop/ This January, there's polo action every weekend with different tournaments lineup in […]

January 11, 2024 2

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Namibia: Jacobs to Join Pirates

[ad_1] The Namibia Football Association (NFA) has rejected allegations that Woody Jacobs has been appointed as head coach of the Brave Gladiators, while Namibian premiership club Orlando Pirates yesterday announced that Jacobs will join them as head coach. Jacobs has been coaching Botswana Premier League team Matebele FC this season, taking them to a sixth position on the log, but the club yesterday issued a statement saying that he had been relieved of his services. "Matebele Football Club has amicably […]

January 11, 2024 3

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Namibia: UIs Woman Running Through Life

[ad_1] In a remarkable feat of determination, Riana Scholtz of Uis in the Erongo region became the first Namibian woman to successfully complete the gruelling Desert Ultra, a 250km race spanning five days, in November last year. This race is part of the Beyond the Ultimate series, known for its demanding nature and harsh conditions. Scholtz's journey began at Spitzkoppe, traversing northward towards the Omaruru River in the first of five stages, covering 51km. Each subsequent stage presented unique challenges. […]

January 11, 2024 3

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Namibia: SA Players Dominate Junior Tennis Champs

[ad_1] South African players dominated the International Tennis Federation Confederation of African Tennis junior tournament in Windhoek, winning three of the four singles titles on offer. In the boys u16 category, the top seed, John Bothma of South Africa won the singles title after beating his second-seeded compatriot Connor Doig 6-3, 7-6 in the final. The seventh-seeded Justino Rodrigues of Angola finished third after beating Nhlakanipho Ngwenya of South Africa 6-2, 7-5. Ruben Yssel was the top performing Namibian player, […]

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