Graphics by Nordcap Studio LAUSANNE, May 31, 2020 – Not later than two months ago, in the midst of the pandemic outbreak, AIPS decided not …
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May 30, 2020 – With the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles on the horizon, and still a few months to prepare, Moroccan hurdler Nawal El …
Continue ReadingJamil Chade: Notes About Investigative Journalism
The first ever AIPS e-College class, that enrolled more than 90 reporters from 80 countries all over the world; which runs for the past two …
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By Haileegziabher Adhanom ADDIS ABABA – The fast-spreading and deadly coronavirus has turned our world upside down. People are losing their lives and livelihoods. Our …
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Opinion by Anonymous ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA – As countries ease restrictions triggered by the COVID19 pandemic the new normal could be a tough moment for …
Continue ReadingEthiopian Athletes Raise Funds to Fight Corona Virus in Virtual Run
By Elias Meseret/AP ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Tirunesh Dibaba ran in an empty stadium and Kenenisa Bekele inside his own home as the Olympic champions …
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May 16, 2020 – The legendary Ethiopian athlete Haile Gebrselassie (47). Known for his infectious smile, exceptional endurance, tactics and lightning quick speed, he is …
Continue ReadingFrom Track to Construction Site: Corona Virus Misery for Kenyan Athletes
By Bernard Rotich/Dailynation.co.ke IN SUMMARY Over 100 athletes benefitted from the supply in Kericho, Nandi, Uasin Gishu and Elgeyo-Marakwet counties A town that used to …
Continue ReadingTougher Times ahead for Ethiopian media Industry, Situation out of Control for Newspapers
Picture/Nordcapstudio. By Omna Taddele, ESJA Vice President Among the badly affected departments by the COVID 19 is the sport media section. With the state of …
Continue ReadingWADA Hails Ethiopia-South Africa NADO Partnership a Success for Clean Sport in Africa
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to announce that a three-year partnership agreement between the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) and the …
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