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Mukona “Smiley” Manavhela Becomes The Second South African Sprinter To Sign With The Swiss Sportswear Brand

On is proud to announce the signing of triple African U18 Champion Mukona “Smiley” Manavhela to its global athlete roster. The 17-year-old South African sprint sensation, who trains out of the renowned athletics pipeline at Curro Hazeldean under elite coach Thabo Matebedi, joins On’s expanding team of world-class track and field icons. Manavhela has rapidly established himself […]

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South African and Canadian sprinters Simbine and De Grasse fist bump before race.

Why the Simbine vs. De Grasse Clash in Pretoria is a Defining Moment for African Athletics

The air in Pretoria is thin, the sun is high, and the track at the Tuks Stadium is officially the center of the sporting universe today. The Simbine Classic 2026 has arrived, and with it, a 100-meter showdown that has track and field aficionados across the globe refreshing their feeds in anticipation. It is the […]

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Mauritius Advances Financial Crime Crackdown, Police Reform, And Athletics Push

Financial Crimes Commission seizes assets in anti-money laundering drive This story is written and edited by Global South World The Mauritius Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) has reported the seizure of ill-got assets worth Rs 160 million (approximately $3.4 million) and the arrest of 26 suspects between December 10, 2025, and the end of March 2026. The actions followed […]

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