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Algerian boxer Imane Khelif qualifies for Olympic final

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has qualified for the Olympic final after beating Thailand's Janjaem Suwannapheng in the semifinal of the welterweight tournament.

'Pitch invasion attempt delayed men's Olympic 100m final'

Images have emerged on social media showing security agents pinning someone to the ground on the edge of the track.

France's Olympic farce exposes racism and colonial attitudes

Amid hijab bans and welcoming Israel's flag, France's conduct during the games highlights a selective tolerance and reveals a crisis of democratic values.

Nigeria basketball team make history at Olympics

The Nigerian basketball team made history at the Paris Olympics by becoming the first African team ever to advance to the quarterfinal of the sport in the tournament.

Algerian makes history with gymnastics gold at Olympics

Kaylia Nemour, an Algerian gymnast, has won gold medal at the Paris Olympics, making history in the global tournament.

Basketball: S. Sudan exit Olympics but make a statement

On Saturday, South Sudan's basketball team were beaten by Serbia in the final group stage match at the Paris Olympics to exit the tournament.

Algerian boxer qualifies for semifinal at Paris Olympics

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has qualified for the semifinal of the Paris Olympic Games.

Self-taught Chadian Olympic archer wins hearts of Koreans

Israel Madaye taught himself archery with limited resources, gave up his career as an electrician and trained at a cemetery to become an Olympian.

US beat South Sudan to improve in Olympic men's basketball

South Suda's Nuni Omot led his team with 21 points, while Carlik Jones netted 18 and Bul Kuol added 16. Wenyen Gabriel produced 10 rebounds.

Morocco reach Olympic Games quarterfinal

Morocco beat Iraq 3-0 in their final group stage match on Tuesday to qualify for the Olympic Games quarterfinal.

Egypt beat Spain to qualify for Olympic quarterfinal

Egypt beat Spain 2-1 in the final group stage match to book a spot in the quarterfinal at the ongoing Olympic Games in Paris.

Zimbabwe names Michael Nees as new head coach

The German Michael Nees has a big task to revive Zimbabwe's World Cup hopes.

Olympics: 'Never doped in my life', Nigerian boxer denies allegations

Ogunsemilore tested positive for furosemide, a drug on the World Anti-Doping Agency's prohibited list, at the Paris Olympics, authorities said.

Olympic men's triathlon postponed  due to River Seine pollution

A joint statement from Paris 2024 and World Triathlon blamed the excessive pollution on the heavy rain on Friday and Saturday.

South African wins Olympic gold in swimming

South African swimmer Tatjana Smith has won gold medal at the Paris Olympic Games.

2024 Olympics: Religious groups condemn 'last supper' depiction at opening ceremony

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) issued a formal apology following the controversy caused by the parody.

Nigeria secure first Olympic women's basketball win since 2004

Nigeria stun Australia in Olympic women's basketball with a 75-62 victory in their group play opener.

2024 Olympics: South Sudan win first basketball game after anthem blunder

Before their win, the organisers played the anthem of neighbouring Sudan and later apologised for the mistake.

UN condemns rocket attack on football ground in Golan

The UN has condemned a rocket attack on a football ground in Majdal Shams, located in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.

Olympics: France beat SA to book rugby sevens final slot

South Africa and Australia will play for bronze later Saturday before France and Fiji meet in the final.

Olympics: France beat SA to book rugby sevens final against Fiji

South Africa and Australia will play for bronze later Saturday before France and Fiji meet in the final.

Olympics: FIFA rejects Argentina VAR complaint against Morocco

Argentina lost Wednesday's match with a final score of 2-1 to Morocco.

Olympics: Algerians honour victims of colonial-era French brutality in Paris

At least 120 protesters were killed by French police, 12,000 arrested and others thrown into Seine Rive as they demonstrated in 1961 in support of Algerian independence from France.

Paris Olympics 2024 officially begin with opening ceremony

Organisers said they expect 6,800 of the 10,500 athletes will attend before they embark on the next 16 days of competition.