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Asayech Aychew, Biniam Mehari claim victory at the Great Ethiopian Run International
Addis Ababa, November 17, 2024 (FBC) - The 24th edition of the Great Ethiopian Run International 10-kilometer road race took place today in Addis Ababa, drawing over 50,000 participants.
In the women's competition, Asayech Aychew crossed the finish line first, securing her victory, while Yenewa Nibret claimed the second spot. Biniam Mehari…
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Four-time champions Ghana fail to qualify for AFCON for 1st time since 2004
Addis Ababa, November 16, 2024 (FBC) – Ghana failed to reach the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time since 2004 after drawing with Angola 1-1 in qualifying on Friday.
The Black Stars needed a win in their penultimate group game to…
24th Great Ethiopian Run International set for Sunday
Addis Ababa, November 15, 2024 (FBC) - Ethiopia's Ministry of Tourism has announced that the Sofi Malt Great Ethiopian Run International is poised to enhance the nation’s image and boost its tourism appeal. This year, the iconic 10km race…
Olympic champion Tamrat Tola ready to face strong fields at New York Marathon
Addis Ababa, November 1, 2024 (FBC) - Olympic champion Tamirat Tola of Ethiopia will defend his titles at the TCS New York City Marathon – a World Athletics Platinum Label road race – but he will face strong opposition on Sunday 3rd…
Four Ethiopian athletes nominated for “Out of Stadium Athlete of the Year” award
Addis Ababa, October 28, 2024 (FBC) – Four Ethiopian athletes have been nominated for the World Athletics Awards 2024 “Out of Stadium Athlete of the Year” award, the world athletics sport governing body announced today.
According to…
Yomif Kejelcha of Ethiopia breaks half marathon world record
Addis Ababa, October 27, 2024 (FBC) - Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha breaks the half marathon world record at the Valencia Half Marathon this morning.
He clocked 57:30, 1 second faster than the previous mark which was held previously by…
Ethiopian striker Abubeker Nasr joins South African club SuperSport Utd FC
Addis Ababa, October 24, 2024 (FBC) – Ethiopian striker Abubeker Nasr has joined South African premier league side SuperSport United FC, the club confirmed this morning.
The Ethiopian forward Abubeker has joined the Matsatsantsa a Pitori…