The popular United States-based player is speaking out about the shameful state of women’s football in Ghana, where players have been marginalised in many ways for way too long.
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Africans rising The woman behind Ghana’s first skatepark
When Sandy Alibo visited in 2015, she connected with Accra’s small but vibrant surfing and skating community. It was enough for her to move there and help grow the sports in the country.
Arts, Culture and Sport Shining a light on Rashidi Yekini
The Nigerian footballer died young and in mysterious circumstances, keeping his legacy in the shadows. It’s been 10 years, though, and his skill and commitment to his country must be lauded.
Arts, Culture and Sport ‘Circumstances kept me where I am’: History making Black African golfer rebuilds career
The lack of racial diversity at the top end of golf is glaring in the West. In Africa, the white community has also dominated the sport for years. Zambia’s Madalitso Muthiya is the only black African to have played in the US Open, although he was never able to take his career to the dizzy heights. In this feature we talk to him about his career and why the number of black golfers only continues to fall.
Arts, Culture and Sport Senzo Meyiwa trial casts spotlight on language use in South African courts
English has failed often as the main language of court in proceedings – this impacts testimony and must be addressed.
Arts, Culture and Sport Pitso Mosimane’s real fight is with his winning self
The Al Ahly manager may recently have been snapping at CAF and its president, but his real battle is notching up the one victory that has eluded him: the Egyptian Premier League.
Arts, Culture and Sport African Champions League at a crossroads after bitter Wydad vs Ahly final
The final in Casablanca puts Caf at a crossroads about host nations and venues for matches.
Arts, Culture and Sport David Obua’s South African legacy
The Ugandan footballer paved the way for his countrymen when his skills on the pitch got Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates vying to sign him in the mid-2000s.
Arts, Culture and Sport Obituary — Hoosain Ayob: ‘His influence on cricket in Africa was majestic and magnificent’
For many decades, cricket in Africa used to be viewed as a preserve of a tiny, elite minority. Through the selfless efforts of many individuals, some at great personal sacrifice, the game is now spreading at an encouraging pace beyond the traditional African cricket-playing nations. One of these heroes is Hoosain Ayob, known by many in his homeland as Uncle Hoosain.