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Forbes' Highest-Paid Athletes: Celebrating Stars of African Descent This year, a remarkable achievement has come to light as four players of African descent have secured spots on Forbes' renowned list of the Highest-Paid Athletes. These athletes are not just significant figures in their sports; they symbolize the blossoming of African talent on the global stage. Their impressive earnings reveal a blend of sporting prowess and lucrative off-field ventures, offering us a broader view of what it means to excel in…

In an inspiring testament to the power and prowess of African athletes, Forbes’ latest list of the Highest-Paid Athletes features four prominent players of African descent. These individuals not only excel in their respective sports but have also become shining examples of success, both on and off the field. Giannis Antetokounmpo - 13th Place Giannis Antetokounmpo, the inspiring Nigerian-Greek superstar representing the Milwaukee Bucks, has claimed the impressive 13th spot on Forbes' 2025 list, boasting a remarkable…

In the homely setting of Rebecca Cheptegei's family in Kenya, the memories of her love for chickens linger on the walls, alongside a darker tale of violence and loss. Cheptegei, a celebrated athlete who once charmed her family with her laughter, tragically fell victim to femicide—an atrocious act deeply etched in the lives of Kenyan female athletes today. Rebecca's mother, Agnes, recalls her daughter's vibrant presence, "You always knew when she was home." However, beneath her joy lay a grim reality. In 2022, after…

In a highly publicized case that has captured the nation's attention, two Kenyan men stand convicted of the shocking murder of Benjamin Kiplagat, a talented Ugandan Olympic distance runner. Kiplagat's life was brutally cut short on New Year's Eve, when he was found stabbed to death in the northwest region of Kenya. After an extensive nine-month trial held at the Eldoret High Court, Peter Ushuru Khalumi, 30, and David Ekai Lokere, 25, received their guilty verdicts. The court's proceedings revealed a disturbing sequence of…

Paris 2024, the Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games and the French Development Agency (AFD) support 26 projects by high-level athletes, including 16 from Africa, over a period of 8 months. The goal: to develop projects with a strong social and / or environmental impact. Concentrated, in streetwear, personalities develop…

Local spectators will be able to participate in the Olympic Games (July 23-August 8), announced the organizers of Tokyo 2021. For African athletes who will participate in these Olympics, can count on the support of an audience, even very limited because of Covid- 19, is a relief. The 68,000 seats at Tokyo Olympic Stadium are far…