Athletics News and Highlights

Looking for the latest on African athletics? You’re in the right spot. We bring you scores, stories and everything you need to stay on top of track and field across the continent.

Top African Athletics Stories This Week

This week the highlight was the Nairobi Grand Prix, where Kenya’s own Eliud Kipchoge set a new meet record in the 10,000m. His finishing sprint left the crowd on their feet and pushed the world ranking up a notch. In South Africa, the Durban Championships saw an unexpected sprint double from 18‑year‑old Thandi Nkosi, who broke the women’s 200m record by two hundredths of a second.

Meanwhile, the West African Indoor Meet in Lagos featured a surprise win in the men’s high jump – a rookie named Kofi Mensah cleared 2.30 m, a personal best that puts him in contention for the upcoming World Indoor Championships. These results are already sparking talk about who will make the Olympic team next year.

Don’t miss the drama from the Morocco Marathon where veteran runner Fatima Zahra collapsed near the finish line but managed to crawl across, finishing a remarkable 3 hours 12 minutes. Her story reminded everyone that perseverance beats any personal record.

How to Follow Live Athletics Action

Want to watch the next race as it happens? Most major African meets stream live on local broadcasters and global platforms like YouTube and the official Athletics Africa app. Turn on notifications for the Kenya Athletics Federation and South African Athletics Association to get real‑time alerts.

Social media is another shortcut. Follow the hashtags #AthleticsAfrica and #TrackAndField2025 on Twitter and Instagram for instant updates, behind‑the‑scenes clips and athlete interviews. If you’re into stats, the World Athletics website offers live timing feeds and split‑second data you can embed in your own posts.

For fans who prefer the radio, many national stations run nightly wrap‑ups that include expert analysis and upcoming event calendars. Subscribing to our daily newsletter also guarantees a concise rundown delivered straight to your inbox each morning.

Whether you’re a casual follower or a die‑hard track fan, staying informed is easy when you know where to look. Keep checking back for breaking news, detailed match reports, and deeper dives into the athletes who shape African athletics today.

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