Art
Meet 5 African Authors Redefining Modern Storytelling
Across the continent and throughout the diaspora, a new generation of writers is telling stories that feel bold, intimate, and
Susan Mukami
June 20, 2026
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Susan Mukami
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French Journalists Use FIFA World Cup Platform to Demand Release of Imprisoned Reporter in Algeria
French journalists covering the 2026 FIFA World Cup have launched a series of protests in support of imprisoned sports reporter
Susan Mukami
June 16, 2026
Art
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Accuses Lagos Hospital of Obstructing Probe Into Son’s Death
The author has gone public with allegations of negligence, months after the death of her 21-month-old son. Lagos, Nigeria (Running
Susan Mukami
June 16, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
FIFA Pays Omar Artan Full World Cup Fee After US Entry Denial
Artan will receive his full remuneration despite not officiating a single match. FIFA has confirmed that Somali referee Omar Artan
Susan Mukami
June 16, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
Sanlam Cape Town Marathon Becomes Africa’s First Abbott World Marathon Major
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon joins Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, New York and Sydney on marathon running’s biggest stage.
Susan Mukami
June 16, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
UEFA Hands Somali Referee Omar Artan Super Cup Role After U.S. Denial Ends World Cup Dream
Artan will become the first African official to take charge of a major UEFA final. Somali referee Omar Artan has
Susan Mukami
June 12, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
Tyla Makes Disney History as First African Artist Cast in Pixar’s Toy Story 5
She is the first African artist to voice a character in the Pixar franchise, ahead of the film’s June 19
Susan Mukami
June 11, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
10 African Teams to Look Out for at the 2026 World Cup
A record of 10 African countries qualified for the 2026 World Cup, and here is what you need to know
Susan Mukami
June 10, 2026
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British-Nigerian Singer Talay Riley Dies at 35 Following Fatal East London Stabbing
London, United Kingdom (Running Africa) – British-Nigerian singer, songwriter, and producer Talay Riley has died at the age of 35
Susan Mukami
June 10, 2026
ENTERTAINMENT
SUKURA Dominates 2026 Ghana Movie Awards with Best Picture and Multiple Wins
The film dominated the 15th edition of the Ghana Movie Awards, held on Sunday at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast
Susan Mukami
June 9, 2026