Tanzania Scoop Most Improved Teams Girls in Fiba Awards

[ad_1] TANZANIA: TANZANIA Basketball Federation (TBF) is delighted after receiving the first-ever International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Award in the history of the sport in the country due to the national under-18 girls team's stellar performance in the period from 2021-2023. TBF president Michael Kadebe told the 'Daily News' yesterday that they received the awards in Switzerland over the weekend whereby Tanzania was named among the Most Improved Teams Girls 2021-2023. "It is indeed a matter of pride for the country […]

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Ethiopia: Guarding a Heritage – a Bid to Protect Mawlid Through UNESCO

[ad_1] Mawlid holds immense cultural and historical significance for Ethiopia's Muslim community. It serves not only as a religious observance but also encompasses intricate traditions that have been passed down through generations. Through complex rituals like Menzuma poetry performances and structured coffee ceremonies, Mawlid nurtures a sense of shared identity and communal spirit. In the bustling heart of Sumale Tera Merkato, Imam Saeed Ahmed leads his community in the joyous celebration of Mawlid, a cherished tradition that commemorates the birth […]

January 2, 2024

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Rwanda: Miss Rwanda 2020 Nishimwe Engaged to Ethiopian Techpreneur Michael Tesfay

[ad_1] Miss Rwanda 2020 Naomie Nishimwe has finally said 'Yes' to fiancé Michael Tesfay after two years dating. Tesfay and Naomie were first reported to be dating in early 2022 before making their relationship public via their social media a few months later, sharing photos of them together with captions of romance. ALSO READ: PHOTOS: Naomie Nishimwe crowned Miss Rwanda 2020 Via what appears to be his only Instagram post, the Ethiopian tech entrepreneur shared photos of their engagement on […]

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Kenya: Ugandan Athlete Benjamin Kiplagat ‘Stabbed to Death’ in Kenya

[ad_1] Ugandan athlete Benjamin Kiplagat has been found dead in Kenya, police said Sunday, with local media reporting he had been stabbed to death. The Kenyan-born Kiplagat, 34, had represented Uganda internationally in the 3,000m steeplechase, including at several Olympic Games and World Championships. His body was found in a car on Saturday night on the outskirts of the Rift Valley town of Eldoret, which is home to many athletes who train in the high-altitude area. "An investigation has been […]

January 2, 2024 2

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Rwanda: Gorilla Fashion Week Blends Styles at Maiden Edition

[ad_1] For the first time, Gorilla Fashion Week hosted a two-day fashion showcase and discussion around the fashion industry and arts in Kigali. The fashion showcase, held from December 29-30, was organized by IPRC Kigali and Rwanda Fashion Model Union (RFMU) targeting to promote emerging fashion brands and connect them to potential investors from the local and international market. Gorilla Fashion Week is not just about exhibition as it kicked off with a special session on discussions about arts among […]

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Rwanda: Singida Complete Comeback Victory Over APR FC

[ad_1] APR FC were off to a disastrous debut to the Mapinduzi Cup as Rwandan striker Meddie Kagere and his Singida Big Stars came from a goal down to hand the Rwandan champions a 3-1 loss in their opening match of the competition which is underway in Zanzibar. Thierry Froger's side opened the scoring after just two minutes thanks to a fine free kick from star striker Victor Mbaoma before Singida equalized from the spot in additional time of the […]

January 2, 2024 2

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Rwanda: Former NBA Coach Joins Trakh at APR

[ad_1] Rwandan basketball powerhouse APR have secured the services of American tactician Bill Bayno as new assistant coach to head coach Mazen Trakh, Times Sport has learnt. Bayno, who previously served as an assistant coach for the Detroit Pistons in the National Basketball Association (NBA), will provide technical backup to Trakh during APR's forthcoming major competitions including the 2024 Rwanda Basketball League and Basketball Africa League (BAL). The 61-year-old also served as head coach of Loyola Marymount University from 2008 […]

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Kenya: Eldoret Athlete Edward Kiplangat Found Murdered on New Year’s Eve

[ad_1] Eldoret — An athlete has been discovered brutally murdered in Eldoret town, sending shockwaves through the community and the sports world at large. The victim, identified by police as Edward Kiplangat, also known as Benjamin, hails from Elgeyo Marakwet County. Kiplangat, a prominent long-distance runner with a specialization in the 3,000m steeplechase, had previously represented Uganda at the Rio Olympic Games in 2016. His lifeless body was discovered in a vehicle parked near Texas, close to Kimumu Secondary School, […]

January 2, 2024

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Rwanda: Six Rwandan Footballers Who Stood Out in 2023

[ad_1] It was a great year for Rwandan football during which a host of players had great outings at club and national team levels. Times Sport takes a look at six Rwandan footballers who were outstanding in 2023 as we usher in the new year. Emmanuel Imanishimwe The AS FAR Rabat left-back was by far Rwanda's standout player in 2023 after having a wonderful calendar year during which he played a total of 40 games for both club and country. […]

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