In 2008, Pamela Jelimo astonished the athletics world by winning almost every race she participated in that season Her win sparked celebrations all over the country and she became a national hero. However, after a short but great career, many athletics fans are now asking, “Where is Pamela Jelimo?” Pamela Jelimo remains one of the…
Africa has become a bedrock of vibrant sporting talent that cuts across various disciplines The continent enjoys an equal opportunity to host high-profile global sporting events that have put Africa on the international sports map Football is undoubtedly one of the most popular sports in Africa What are the most popular sports in Africa? Sports…
Kenyan middle-distance star Emmanuel Wanyonyi was named Male Track Athlete of the Year on Sunday night in Monaco, France Wanyonyi’s season highlights include winning the world title in Tokyo with a time of 1:41.86, delivering not just gold but the fastest time of the season Kenyan middle-distance star Emmanuel Wanyonyi was named Male Track Athlete…
Four-time Kenyan steeplechase world record holder Henry Rono is no more He immigrated to the US in the mid-70s Here, his journey with alcohol addiction took away his 30 years in America Henry Rono, four-time Kenyan steeplechase world record holder, may be no more but he leaves an enduring legacy and priceless lessons to active…
Letsile Tebogo is a sprinting prodigy from Botswana Sports saved him from a life of crime He grew up in rural Southern Botswana, where crime was the easiest way to earn a living Botswana sprinter Letsile Tebogo says he would have been a hardcore criminal were it not for sports. The 200m Olympic gold medalist…
Wellesley Bolt breathed his last at 68 after battling a prolonged illness The family hasn’t disclosed what the deceased was ailing from Wellesley was a simple man who hated being in the limelight Olympic champion Usain Bolt’s father, Wellesley Bolt, is no more. Wellesley breathed his last at 68 after battling a prolonged illness. Family…
He said that despite athletics putting Kenya on the global map, the government focuses more on football than athletics Omanyala expressed his concern adding that the field and track season is around the corner Nyayo National Stadium and Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani which have been closed for months now Kenyan sprinter Ferdinand Omanyala is…
Lord Sebastian Coe, the president of World Athletics (WA) has praised Kenya’s efforts in combating doping He said that Kenya has made tremendous progress The World Athletics President hailed the government for its sustained efforts in addressing doping cases Lord Sebastian Coe, the president of World Athletics (WA) has praised Kenya’s efforts in combating doping….
Faith Kipyegon is a three-time Olympic champion Laureus describes Kipyegon as an athlete inspiring generations of young people to chase their dreams Ethiopian-born Dutch athlete Sifan Hassan and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone from the US were nominated for the award. Three-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon says she is honoured to be nominated for Laureus Sportswoman of the…
Over the years we have seen several track and field athletes dominate races and make their countries proud In return, these athletes have been rewarded with prize money and endorsement deals which have made them wealthy Usain Bolt is the richest track and field athlete with an estimated net worth of $30 million Who are…
