Africa-Press - Angola. International Master (IM) David Silva, an individual chess player, and Felícia Felicidade, from Macovi do Uíge, were the big winners of the Minas Gerais Cup, with 5.5 points each. The two competitions were held from the 17th to the 27th of this month, in the decompression...
David and Felícia Felicidade Win the Minas Gerais Cup
Namibia clinch Barthés Trophy
Africa-Press - Namibia. Namibia reclaimed the Rugby Africa Under-20 Championship after a dominant 81-7 victory over Tunisia in Harare, Zimbabwe yesterday.
The victory moved Namibia level with Kenya’s record of three titles after winning all three of their matches against Zimbabwe, Kenya, and now...
Team Uganda Shines at all Africa Junior Golf Tournament
Africa-Press - Uganda. Next Media Group Chief Executive Officer Kin Kariisa has commended Team Uganda for their outstanding performance at the recently concluded All Africa Junior Golf Tournament held in Tunisia.
In a tweet, Kariisa hailed the young golfers for their remarkable achievement,...
Melusi Leaves a Mark in Iraq
Africa-Press - Eswatini. There is a new star on the rise.
This is no other marathon runner Melusi Khumalo who has made a mark in Iraq.
The Umbutfo Eswatini Defence Force Athletics (UEDF) club runner finished at position five in the Al Basra International half marathon on Friday...
Kenya on course to host CHAN, AFCON- PS Mwangi
Africa-Press - Kenya. State Department for Sports PS Elijah Mwangi has assured MPs that Kenya is on course to host the Africa National Championship (CHAN) and African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027.
Appearing before the Committee on Regional Integration, Mwangi said the government is committed to...
ESWATINI TO BENEFIT IN CAF’S E18 BILLION INVESTMENTS FOR THE NEXT 8 YEARS
Africa-Press - Eswatini. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe said they will be assisting African countries to have high standard stadiums.
He said it was important that all African countries play their international games at home soils and in-front of their...
Rwanda to host Zimbabwe Vs. South Africa World Cup qualifier tie
Africa-Press - Rwanda. Zimbabwe has opted to host their 2026 World Cup qualifying match against South Africa in Rwanda, shifting the fixture from their previous home venue in South Africa. Zimbabwe will now take on South Africa in Kigali on October 5.
Due to a FIFA ban preventing Zimbabwe from...
Kayangwe: “We Expect Continued Growth” as URU Renews Deal with Next Media
Africa-Press - Uganda. Uganda Rugby Union (URU) President Godwin Kayangwe has said the sport is set for further growth following the renewal of a three-year broadcast partnership with Next Media Services.
“We are pleased to extend our partnership with Next Media Services,” Kayangwe said in a...
Rwanda renews partnership with French football club PSG
Africa-Press - Rwanda. The Rwandan government and French football club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), on Wednesday, April 16, renewed their partnership for five years, extending a collaboration that began in 2019.
The partnership aims to continue promoting Rwanda as a destination for tourism,...
Kebinatshipi Reveals Plans to Transition from 400M to 200M
Africa-Press - Botswana. Collen Kebinatshipi may be renowned for his role in Botswana’s historic 4x400m silver medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but the 21-year-old sprinter just disclosed that he is charting a different course.
At the FNB Botswana Golden Grand Prix that was held in Gaborone...
SWIMMER HAYLEY HOY: THE BIGGEST WINNER WITH E65 000 INCENTIVE
Africa-Press - Eswatini. The nation’s premier swimmer, Hayley Hoy, has struck gold, receiving an impressive E65 000 in incentives for her remarkable achievements at regional competitions.
The Minister of Sports, Culture and Youth Affairs, Bongani Nzima, presented this generous incentive to Hoy...
African volleyball tourney takes break as Rwandan teams commemorate
Africa-Press - Rwanda. All clubs participating in the 2025 Women’s African Volleyball Club Championship in Abuja, Nigeria, are set to join Rwanda’s APR and Police Women’s clubs, for the 31st Commemoration of the Genocide against the Tutsi on Monday, April 7.
The continental women’s...
SWIM LAB SHINES AT SA LEVEL 2 CHAMPIONSHIPS: A RECORD-BREAKING 53 MEDALS
Africa-Press - Eswatini. Swim Lab has made a remarkable mark at the South African Level 2 Championships, wrapping up an unforgettable performance with an astonishing 53 medals.
The competition, which brings together some of the brightest young swimming talents from across the Southern African...
Rwanda drops by six places in latest FIFA ranking
Africa-Press - Rwanda. Rwanda has moved down by six places to 130th position in the world and 35th in Africa, according to the latest Fifa World ranking released on Thursday, April 3.
Amavubi’s drop was affected following their unimpressive performance during the recent FIFA World Cup 2026...
Leone Rock Premier League: Full-Time Results And League Table After Match Week 15
Africa-Press - Sierra-Leone. The Leone Rock Premier League witnessed another dramatic match 15 week, with Bhantal FC clinging to the top spot despite a goalless draw against Mighty Blackpool FC.
The results have intensified both the title race and the relegation battle, setting the stage for a...
Rwandan coach Nyinawumuntu lands job in Canada
Africa-Press - Rwanda. Rwandan coach Grace Nyinawumuntu has been appointed as the head coach of Canadian youth team Ottawa Gloucester Hornets.
Nyinawumuntu previously worked as the Technical Director of Paris Saint-Germain Youth Academy in Huye for three years before landing the job with the...
NOBUHLE AMONG 101 GOLFERS COMPETING IN E1.2M ABSA LADIES INVITATION
Africa-Press - Eswatini. Eswatini professional golfer Nobuhle Dlamini is among the 101 golfers participating in the ongoing ABSA Ladies Invitational Challenge.
This three-round tournament, generously sponsored to the tune of E1.2 million, is part of the Sunshine Ladies Tour and is being held at...
Bakwadi Appointed 2Nd vice President of CKAF
Africa-Press - Botswana. Botswana’s karate community has received a significant boost in the appointment of Mpho Bakwadi as 2nd Vice President of the Commonwealth Karate Africa Federation (CKAF).
The veteran karate administrator and Botswana Karate Association (BOKA) president was officially...
Leone Stars Wrap up Final Training Ahead of Egypt World Cup Qualifier Clash
Africa-Press - Sierra-Leone. The Sierra Leone Senior national football team, Leone Stars have completed their final match situation training as they finalize technical preparations for the crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Matchday 6 encounter against Egypt.
The session was witnessed by the...
Leone Stars Edge Past Guinea Bissau to Revive Hope of World Cup Qualification
Africa-Press - Sierra-Leone. The Leone Stars of Sierra Leone have breathed new life into their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Guinea-Bissau.
The crucial win, played in Paynesville, Liberia, provided a much-needed boost for the Sierra Leonean...