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PFL Parts Ways With Francis Ngannou, the Former UFC Champion
In a statement, the league said it had “made the decision to part ways with Francis Ngannou,” adding that it has “great respect for Francis as both an athlete and a person”. Ngannou joined the PFL in 2023 after a high-profile departure from the Ultimate Fighting Championship, as one of the most significant free-agent signings in MMA history.
U.S. Sanctions Force Rwanda’s APR Withdrawal from Basketball Africa League
APR's exit stems from its direct affiliation with Rwanda's military, which was recently sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury over alleged involvement in regional conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
FIFA, IOC and ANOCA Invest N$9 Million in Grassroots Football Infrastructure in Namibia
The initiative is part of a broader partnership between FIFA, the IOC and ANOCA aimed at expanding access to modern sports infrastructure across Africa.
Uganda Explores NBA Africa Partnership to Develop Basketball
Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, also serving as Senior Presidential Adviser for Special Operations, has met with NBA Africa CEO Claire Akamanzi to explore expanding and professionalizing basketball in the country.
Nigeria Formalises American Football Governance
This new development now positions American football within Nigeria's formal sports ecosystem and aligns it with the Commission's RHINSE Agenda. In the most recently completed Super Bowl LX , six athletes of Nigerian descent featured — four of them on the winning team,
Kenya Accelerates Stadium Development Ahead of AFCON 2027
Kenyan President, William Ruto has directed Kenya's Ministry of Sports to fully fund the construction of a new 10,000-seat stadium in Kilifi, showing an accelerated push to upgrade national sports infrastructure.
Netball South Africa Appoints Adam Brooke as CEO in Rebuilding Push
The profile of the hire says something about where NSA thinks its problems are. Brooke is not a netball insider; he is an events and commercial operator.
FIFA prepares to open office in Johannesburg, South Africa
The new FIFA Regional Development Office will serve South Africa and neighbouring countries.
Ghana Federation of American Football has been Officially Recognised
Ghana’s ambitions to become a West African powerhouse in American football have taken a significant leap. This milestone was shaped largely by the leadership of its Vice President, Brian Asamoah II.
Nigeria Sports Commission (NSC) put in bid to host 2031 African Games
The National Sports Commission of Nigeria has formally submitted its bid to the African Union Sports Council to host the 2031 African Games. This signals Nigeria's ambition to once again welcome Africa’s premier multisport event nearly 25 years after successfully hosting the 2003 edition.
Ghana Creates National Sports Fund to Develop Infrastructure
The fund is designed to develop infrastructure across the country from tracks and stadia to multi-purpose sports facilities, a move that will improve local sporting ecosystems and enhance facilities.
Nigeria Set to Host 2026 E1 Series Boat Race For the Second Time
E1 Series - the world’s first all-electric boat-race championship, has officially confirmed its return to Lagos, Nigeria, for the 2026 season. The 2026 season is expected to further solidify E1’s global footprint and positioning Lagos as a key stop on the world racing map.
South Africa Approves Bid to Pursue 2036 or 2040 Olympic Games, Opens Formal Dialogue With IOC
South Africa could be the first African country to host the Olympic Games in Africa.