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Basketball Africa League (BAL)

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Basketball Africa League Announces 12 Teams and Group Phase Schedule for 2026 Season

This season, the national league champions from seven countries – Angola, Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal and Tunisia – automatically qualified for the BAL

– 12 BAL Teams Include First-Ever Participant from Tanzania and First-Time Participants from Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria, South Africa and Tunisia – – Sixth BAL Season Will Tip Off on March 27 in South Africa; Tickets on Sale Now – The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (www.BAL.NBA.com) today announced the 12 teams and…

State House Seychelles
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President Dr. Patrick Herminie is Seychelles Football Federation's (SFF) new Patron

The President will also support strategic engagement with regional and international football bodies, enhancing Seychelles’ visibility and cooperation within the global football community

The Office of the President is pleased to announce that the President of the Republic, Dr. Patrick Herminie, has accepted the role of Patron of the Seychelles Football Federation (SFF). In this capacity, the President will serve as the principal ceremonial figurehead of the Federation, lending the prestige and moral…

Youth Charter
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Youth Charter Calls for Sport-Led Youth Action Following African Union Summit in Addis Ababa

Youth Charter Africa urges African Union institutions and Member States to convert 2026 Summit commitments on water, youth empowerment and innovation into measurable community-level action through sport-based delivery

The Youth Charter (www.YouthCharter.org) has welcomed the outcomes of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union, held in Addis Ababa, and is calling for immediate implementation mechanisms that translate Summit commitments into grassroots impact. The Assembly adopted the 2026 Theme of the Year: “Ensuring sustainable water availability and…

International Olympic Committee (IOC)

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Mascots Ayo and Tina showcase the Olympic spirit in Milan

Surrounded by fans from across the world, the two mascots celebrated the joy, unity and cultural exchange that define the Olympic experience

With the Olympic Winter Games in full swing in Italy, a special guest from Senegal joined the celebrations in Milan. Ayo (https://apo-opa.co/46geHHe), the mascot of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) (https://apo-opa.co/46bRzty), visited Tina, the mascot of Milano Cortina 2026, in a symbolic meeting between two Games editions that are…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
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Uganda: Committee tasks ministry to resolve former Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) staff layoff woes

MTAC was repealed under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act, 2025 and its functions transferred to Nakawa Vocational Training College

The Committee on Education and Sports has directed the Ministry of Education and Sports to address the plight of more than 60 former staff of the Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC). MTAC was repealed under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act, 2025 and its functions transferred to…

Rugby Africa

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“Kenya Has Proven It Can Host the World,” Affirms Rugby Africa President as HSBC SVNS 2 Draws over 15,000 Fans in Nairobi

Joined by Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, Hon. Salim Mvurya, Nairobi demonstrates its growing stature as a host of premier World Rugby competitions

Herbert Mensah, President of Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com), the continental governing body of rugby across Africa, and a member of World Rugby’s Executive Board, praised Kenya for delivering a world-class HSBC SVNS 2 tournament in Nairobi, describing the event as a statement of Africa’s readiness to host global rugby competitions. Held…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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Eritrea: Exhibition in Connection with Operation Fenkil Commemoration

The 36th anniversary commemoration of Operation Fenkil, which commences with sports competitions, will be held from 13 to 15 February and will feature various programs

An exhibition in connection with the 36th anniversary of the Operation Fenkil commemoration was opened this morning in the port city of Massawa under the theme “Heroic Fenkil Operation: Heritage for Generations.” The opening ceremony was attended by Mr. Tewolde Qelati, Minister of Marine Resources, and other senior officials of…

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Eritrea: Beach Volleyball Competition in Connection with Operation Fenkil Commemoration

The beach volleyball competition of the Eritrean Defense Forces is being conducted for the 12th time, according to the Promotion and Information Unit

A beach volleyball competition organized by the Eritrean Defense Forces in connection with the 36th anniversary of Operation Fenkil commenced on 10 February at Gurgusum Beach. The opening event was attended by Ms. Asmeret Abraha, Governor of the Northern Red Sea Region, senior regional officials, as well as a number…

The Emirates Group

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Emirates ready to take to the field ahead of International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s T20 World Cup with ad campaign featuring Suryakumar Yadav – reaching South African fans

South African fans to experience the thrill of the competition with in-flight match coverage

Emirates (www.TheEmiratesGroup.com) is batting strong, featuring Indian cricket star Suryakumar Yadav in its latest advertising campaign to debut ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.  For almost three decades, Emirates has maintained one of the most consistent presences in world cricket. The airline has embedded itself into the fabric…

International Olympic Committee (IOC)

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Momentum accelerates as Dakar 2026 enters Games year

With the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) now firmly on the horizon, preparations for Dakar 2026 are translating into visible momentum across Senegal, according to the latest progress report presented to the 145th International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session

Key facts Dakar 2026 has entered the delivery phase, with venue works and operational readiness advancing as the Games year begins. Preparations are supported by strong national coordination, growing public engagement and a clear focus on youth legacy. Key milestones ahead include the Chefs de Mission Seminar in April and…