2024-PARIS-OLYMPIC-GAMES

Amos Serem

Kenyan steeplechase hopes revitalised by young talent

Athletics Kenya (AK) is buzzing with optimism as Barnaba Korir, Chair of Youth and Development at AK, forecasts a bright future for Kenyan steeplechase.

South African middle and long-distance runner,  Ryan Mphahlele

From Tembisa to the Olympics – The Remarkable Story of Elvis Khoza and Ryan Mphahlele

South African middle-distance coach Elvis Khoza, based in Tembisa and coaching athletes on scholarships at the University of Johannesburg, is reaping the rewards of his hard work.

Kesa Molotsane during the 2024 SPAR Grand Prix at Green Point Common Sports Ground on March 24, 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Kesa Molotsane confident SA women’s marathon team will shine in Paris Olympics

Athletics South Africa (ASA) Athletes Vice-Chairperson Kesa Molotsane is confident the SA women’s marathon team will do well in the 42.2km marathon at the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris.

Stephen Mokoka during the South Africa national road running team arrival at OR Tambo International Airport on October 03, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Runner Stephen Mokoka on adjusting his training program for the Olympics

South Africa’s illustrious long-distance runner, Stephen Mokoka, continues to grapple with the memory of his unfinished Olympic marathon in Tokyo three years ago.

Jean Verster

Legendary coach Jean Verster on his role as the Olympic team manager in Paris

The chairperson of the Track and Field Commission at Athletics South Africa and manager of the athletics team for the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, Jean Verster, discusses his role with SABC Sport.

Kyle Blignaut in the Final Men Senior Shotput during day 4 of the ASA Senior Track and Field, Combined Events and Relay Championships at Msunduzi Athletics Stadium on April 21, 2024 in Pieter

Last chance for athletes to qualify for Olympic Games at the African champs in Cameroon

The African Senior Athletics championships in Doula, Cameroon, offers athletes, their final opportunity for the Paris Olympic Games, scheduled from 26 July to 11 August.