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Iconic Kenyatta International Convention Centre to host TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 final draw on Wednesday, 15 January
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Iconic Kenyatta International Convention Centre to host TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 final draw on Wednesday, 15 January

The Kenyatta International Convention Centre (“KICC”) in Nairobi, Kenya will host the draw for the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (“CHAN”) Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda 2024 on Wednesday night.  The much-anticipated draw will commence at 20h00 local time (17h00 GMT / 19h00 Cairo). It will feature local East African legends Hassan Wasswa (Uganda), Mrisho Ngasa (Tanzania) and McDonald Mariga (Kenya), the latter having been born and raised in Nairobi, as draw assistants. Co-hosts Kenya are making a debut at the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship finals, while Uganda and Tanzania have already had a taste of the tournament. Among countries that will headline Wednesday’s draw are defending champions Senegal and two-time winners Morocco. The 32-story K...
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CAF Girls Grassroots Festival on Wednesday, 15 January at KMC Stadium, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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CAF Girls Grassroots Festival on Wednesday, 15 January at KMC Stadium, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

The Conféderation Africaine de Football will host a Girls Grassroots Festival, an inspiring event on the sidelines of Tanzania's CAF U17 Girls Integrated Football Tournament (GIFT).  The festival aims to empower and inspire young girls through the beautiful game of football. 150 girls under 13 years old will participate in various football activities designed to nurture their skills and passion for the sport. Event Details: Date: 15 January 2025 Time: 08h00 – 12h00 (EAT) Venue: KMC Stadium, Dar Es Salaam Special Guests:A lineup of esteemed Tanzanian football legends will be joining us to share their experiences and inspire the girls: Rukia Khamisi Chichi Hassan Mwidege Hilda Joseph Sofia Mwasikili Ester Fredy Chabruma Dogo Seif
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CAF postpones the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (“CHAN”) Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda 2024 to August 2025
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CAF postpones the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (“CHAN”) Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda 2024 to August 2025

The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) today announced the postponement of the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (“CHAN”) Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda 2024 to August 2025. Good progress has been made in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda with the construction and upgrading of stadiums, training fields, hotels, hospitals and other infrastructure and facilities for the hosting of a successful TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (“CHAN”) Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda 2024. However the CAF Technical and Infrastructure experts some of whom have been based in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, have advised CAF that more time is required to ensure that the infrastructure and facilities, are at the levels, necessary for hosting a successful TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (“CHA...
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COMMONWEALTH GAMES FEDERATION LAUNCHES 
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COMMONWEALTH GAMES FEDERATION LAUNCHES 

COLLABORATIVE HOST SELECTION PROCESS FOR CENTENARY GAMES AND BEYOND The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) confirmed today the new collaborative host selection process for the centenary 2030 Commonwealth Games and beyond is now underway. With Glasgow 2026 preparations progressing apace, the CGF is continuing the positive momentum by inviting its 74 Commonwealth Games Associations (CGAs) to lodge formal expressions of interest (EOIs) for 2030 and future editions of the Commonwealth Games. The CGF’s 2023-2034 ‘Commonwealth United’ Strategic Plan, launched in June 2023, and ‘Games Reset’ allows a move away from the organisation’s traditional host bidding process, enabling it to be flexible in offering the opportunity to potential hosts to be innovative and work col...
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Hassan Wasswa, Mrisho Ngasa and McDonald Mariga confirmed as TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024 Draw Assistants
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Hassan Wasswa, Mrisho Ngasa and McDonald Mariga confirmed as TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2024 Draw Assistants

With two days to go before the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) conducts the official draw for the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 finals, three legends who will take part in the ceremony have been confirmed, with one each from co-hosts Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The draw will be conducted on Wednesday, 15 January at the Kenyatta International Conventional Centre in Nairobi, Kenya at 20h00 local time (17h00 GMT / 19h00 Cairo time). Uganda’s Hassan Wasswa, Mrisho Ngasa of Tanzania and Kenya’s McDonald Mariga will be the three legends conducting the draw of the eighth edition of the competition to take place between 1-28 February 2025. A total of 19 nations, including hosts Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and defending champions Senegal will be engaged i...
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Asante Kotoko progress to next stage of MTN FA Cup
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Asante Kotoko progress to next stage of MTN FA Cup

Asante Kotoko are in the round of 16 of the MTN FA Cup after beating Kumasi based division two side, Acceler8z FC 2:0 in their round of 32 encounter at the Baba Yara Stadium. Two goals from Kwame Poku and Henry Ansu in either half was all the Porcupine Warriors needed to secure a place in the next stage of the competition. As nine times champions and a premier league side, many fans expected Kotoko to run over their opponents, but they needed additional time to put the game to bed in a match full of suspense. Despite going ahead in the 42nd minute, Kotoko struggled to put the game beyond a team in the wilderness, leaving their fans to sit on tenterhooks for most part of the match until Ansu dashed any hope of a come-back for their opponents six minutes into injury time. The fir...
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2025 Water Polo competition schedules for January 18
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2025 Water Polo competition schedules for January 18

The Ghana Water Polo (GWP) is set to organise water polo competition on January 18, 2025, at the University of Ghana, Legon. The one-day event is to identify, groom and promote the sport ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, United States of America (USA). In a release copied to the GNA Sports, Mr. Prince Asante Sefa-Boakye Organiser of the event said Awutu Winton Senior High School, the defending champions, would face competitors of Accra Art Centre, KNUST Club, Lake Bosomtwe Club and the Awutu Winton Senior High B club. He said, the competition would open opportunities for young athletes, and first timers. He said there would be medals and certificates to outstanding athletes and winners as well. Mr. Tony Tonka Karaman from the United States of America would hold...
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MTN FA R32: Hearts, Kotoko cruise into round of 16 after impressive wins
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MTN FA R32: Hearts, Kotoko cruise into round of 16 after impressive wins

 The Round 32 of the 2024-25 MTN FA Cup took a centre stage this weekend, with some intriguing outcomes at various match venues. Accra Hearts of Oak, the record FA Cup holders, advanced to the round of 16 after defeating Division One  side Home Stars 3-0 at Legon Sports Stadium. Enoch Asubonteng, Mawuli Wayo, and Martin Karikari each scored a goal in the second half to give the Phobians a decisive victory over their opponents. It was the Phobians' fourth consecutive win in all competitions, as they aim for the Ghana Premier League trophy and the FA Cup this season. Kumasi Asante Kotoko defeated Division Two club Accler8z FC 2-0 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday.   Ansu Henry and Kwame Poku both scored a goal to help the Porcupine Warriors advance to the next round. T...
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Hearts confirms transfer of Saani Mohammed to AC Horsens
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Hearts confirms transfer of Saani Mohammed to AC Horsens

Ghana Premier League giant Accra Hearts of Oak have finalised the transfer of promising winger Saani Isshak Mohammed to Danish 1st Division club AC Horsens. The 18-year-old midfielder, who has had an impressive season with the Phobians, has signed a permanent contract with the Danish club. Accra Hearts of Oak made the announcement via their official social media accounts, thanking the midfielder for his contributions.   “Thank you, Saani Mohammed! We announce the transfer of Saani Mohammed to AC Horsens. Your contributions have been invaluable, and we’re proud to have been part of your development. "Wishing you the very best in your new chapter,” the social media post said. The energetic midfielder would be hoping to propel AC Horsens to the Danish Top Fl...
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Oly Sports Consult organises first Triathlon event at Adzido 
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Oly Sports Consult organises first Triathlon event at Adzido 

Oly Sports Consult, a scout and sports promotion group in the Keta Municipality of the Volta Region, has successfully hosted the first triathlon event at Adzido to unearth talents in the area.  The event, which brought together athletes from the Greater Accra Region, Volta, and beyond, was highly contested with challenging and thrilling competition.  Mr Felix Apedo Olele, Chief Executive Officer of Oly Sports Consult, in an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA), said that nine athlete teams participated in the historic event, aimed at promoting talents in sports.  "We are thrilled to have successfully hosted the first edition of the triathlon in Adzido and our main goal is to identify and nurture young talents in the region and beyond and provide them with a platfor...
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