Ratified: world records for Chebet, Duplantis, Ingebrigtsen and Yamanishi
World records achieved by Beatrice Chebet, Mondo Duplantis, Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Toshikazu Yamanishi have been ratified by World Athletics.
Dubai Marathon 2026 set for February 1st
The organising committee of the Dubai Marathon opens registration for the 25th edition of the iconic race, set to take place on February 1, 2026.
Kosgei added to strong Haspa Marathon Hamburg field
Kenyan Brigid Kosgei, who broke Paula Radcliffe’s world record with 2:14:04 in Chicago 2019, has joined the elite field of the Haspa Marathon Hamburg 2025.
Fatima Zahra Rki wins Course féminine de la Victoire in Rabat
More than 12,000 female participants took part in the 15th edition of the Course féminine de la Victoire in Rabat, Morocco on Sunday 13 April.
Ethiopian Athletics Federation’s new rules upset coaches
The requirement for a master’s degree in sports for the position of the head coach of the Ethiopian national team sparks discontent among current coaches
WADA and Moroccan NADO set for first African NADO Forum
WADA partners with the Moroccan National Anti-Doping Organization for inaugural African NADO Forum.
Where to watch: FNB Botswana Golden Grand Prix 2025 in Gaborone
Find out where and how to watch and follow the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold – FNB Botswana Golden Grand Prix in Africa
Victory in Vienna inflames Betty Chepkemoi’s Olympic Dream
Three days after her 25th birthday Betty Chepkemoi celebrated her first major triumph in road running and her biggest career win at the Vienna City Marathon.
Where to Watch Grand Slam Track 2025
Grand Slam Track, founded by the four-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Johnson, is set to be broadcast across 189 countries and territories worldwide.
WADA signs collaboration agreement with the World Academy of Sport
The collaboration between WADA and WAoS will develop new education and training programmes to enhance the learning and development opportunities within the global anti-doping and sport community.
Welcome to 2025 – Joyous New Year to you all
Today marks the beginning of a loaded calendar year for us at AthleticsAfrica, our athletes and member federations with the World Relays, World Indoors and the World Championships in Tokyo.
20 Years of AthleticsAfrica – a vicennial celebration of African Athletics voices
Yay! It’s our 20th anniversary today. Two-decades of dedication, passion and commitment to the promotion, upliftment and development of African Athletics.
Happy New Year Africa: Welcome to 2024 – our 20th anniversary year
This year marks our two decades of excellence, amplifying the voices of African Athletes and bringing you the latest track and field news and information from the heart of Africa.
Youth engagement and mobilisation at the core for Dakar 2026
The YOG Dakar 2026 will take place from 31 October to 13 November 2026, bringing together the world’s best young athletes to compete.
Africa Day 2022: ANOCA calls for peace and unity in Africa, and beyond
The Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA) will today (25 May 2022) celebrate Africa Day, with a call for peace and unity.
Video: Eliud Kipchoge on his nomination as Athlete Representative
Two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge speaks on his nomination by Athletics Kenya as Athlete Representative at the National Olympic Committee of Kenya.
In Pictures: World Indoor Championships Nanjing 25
Slide to view the photos from the World Athletics Indoor Championships held at the Nanjing Cube in Nanjing, China from 21-23 March 2025.
In Pictures: AK-Betika National Cross Country Championships 2025
Slide to view the photos from the AK-Betika National Cross-Country Championships held at the Eldoret Sports Club in Kenya on Saturday February 8.
Video: Highlights of the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon 2025
WATCH – Extended highlight as Kenyan Alex Matata wins and Ethiopian Ejgayehu Taye runs a world leading time at the 18th Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon on Saturday 1 February, 2025.
Video: Highlights of the World Athletics Awards 2024
WATCH – Extended highlights of the World Athletics Awards 2024 ceremony in Monaco on Sunday 1 December.
Abadi and Chepkemoi shock triumph at 2025 Vienna City Marathon
Ethiopia’s Haftamu Abadi and Kenya’s Betty Chepkemoi are the surprise winners, scoring huge personal bests in near-freezing conditions, at the 42nd Vienna City Marathon on Sunday.
Ketema and Chelimo set new course records at 2025 Barcelona Marathon
Ethiopian Tesfaye Deriba (2:04:13) and Kenyan Sharon Chelimo (2:19:33) set new course records at the 46th Zurich Marató Barcelona on Sunday.