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By Way of Africa
African stories are worth telling, and the culture—all of the languages, tribes, and traditions—is worth celebrating. Whether born on the continent or dispersed across the globe, the contributions of these stories to society resound uniquely, by way of Africa.
By Way of Africa
This summer, Mary Omatiga elevates the voices and names of Africa’s biggest sporting figures ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Naomi Girma reflects on her Ethiopian values and how they influenced her passion for soccer and community.
Chiaka Ogbogu reflects on the power of representation, her Olympic success, and the impact she hopes to make as a first-generation Nigerian-American.
Africa’s fastest man looks ahead to Paris 2024 and reflects on the legacy he hopes to build for sprinting in Africa.
The Essence of Excellence: Nneka Ogwumike on Nigerian culture, WNBA leadership, and Olympic pursuits
In the debut edition of the By Way of Africa series, WNBA star Nneka Ogwumike explores the nuances of her Igbo-American culture and its profound impact on her journey.
The 2024 U.S. Marathon Trials are Saturday, February 3 at 10:00 AM ET on Peacock. Defending U.S. Trials champion Aliphine Tuliamuk opens up about her health status and what life has looked like since the Tokyo Games.
“Africa is the Future": How Bismack Biyombo is using basketball to change the outlook of a continent
Bismack Biyombo opens up about his father’s influence, the impact of his foundation, and the legacy he wants to leave behind.
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Girma's Ethiopian pride influences love of soccer
USWNT defender Naomi Girma talks about her parents' sacrifices, the lessons she has learned from them, and how her upbringing influenced her love of soccer.
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