Swedish pole vault superstar Armand “Mondo” Duplantis has been officially awarded the title of World Athletics Male Athlete of the Year for 2025. This accolade, his second overall after winning in 2020 and 2022, solidifies his position not merely as the greatest pole vaulter of his generation, but as a defining athlete of this sporting era. The 2025 season belongs …

The final approach to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been defined by a wave of managerial firing and hiring, with no fewer than five participating countries opting for a change in leadership just months before the continental tournament kicks off. This pre-competition shuffle highlights the intense pressure and high stakes surrounding the AFCON. The most recent and …

Story by Isaac Mortey The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has formally unveiled the Participation Principles for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG), setting a clear and inclusive pathway for the next generation of elite athletes. Scheduled from 31 October to 13 November 2026 in Dakar, Senegal, this edition, the first Olympic event to be held on the African continent …