The Great Ethiopian Run 2024
Nov 17, 2024 The Great Ethiopian Run, Africa’s largest road race that has inspired millions since its start in 2001. Conceived by legendary athlete Haile Gebrselassie, this annual event has transformed from
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Milkesa Mengesha & Tigist Ketema Dominate 2024 Berlin Marathon
The 50th Berlin Marathon, which took place on Sunday, saw Ethiopian runners Milkesa Mengesha and Tigist Ketema emerge victorious in the men’s and women’s divisions, respectively. On Sunday, during the 50th Berlin
Open Letter to the International Olympic Committee
By LJDemissie August 22, 2024 Concerns Regarding the Integrity of the Ethiopian Olympic Committee’s Leadership Dear International Olympic Committee I am writing to bring to your attention serious concerns regarding the
Why Dr. Ashebir Woldegiorgis Must Resign as Ethiopian Olympic Committee President
By LJDemissie August 16, 2024 Introduction: The Olympic spirit is built on values of excellence, friendship, and respect. However, the current President of the Ethiopian Olympic Committee, Dr. Ashebir Woldegiorgis, has consistently
Time’s Up, Dr. Ashebir: Eight Years of Controversy Demand Immediate Resignation
The tenure of Dr. Ashebir Woldegiorgis as president of the Ethiopian Olympic Committee has been marred by controversy, raising serious concerns about his leadership and the future of Ethiopian athletics. His narrow
Tamirat Tola Secures Gold for Ethiopia in Paris 2024 Olympics Marathon
Tamirat Tola’s success in the Paris 2024 Olympic Marathon represents a significant milestone for Ethiopia. This victory enhances the nation’s esteemed reputation in long-distance running, a discipline in which Ethiopia has consistently
Celebrating Heritage: ESFNA 2024 Festival in Atlanta
The Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America (ESFNA) Festival for 2024 has started. This annual event features soccer tournaments, cultural performances, and various activities celebrating Ethiopian culture and heritage. Participants from various
Sisay Lemma Makes History with First Boston Marathon Win
Ethiopia’s Sisay Lemma claimed victory in the men’s race at the Boston Marathon, crossing the finish line with a time of 2:06:17. Meanwhile, Hellen Obiri from Kenya successfully defended her title in
Ethiopia’s Marathon Dynasty: Double Triumph at Paris Marathon
Mulugeta Uma and Mestawut Fikir emerged victorious in the Paris Marathon men’s and women’s races on Sunday, marking Ethiopia’s first double win in the event in five years. Uma finished first in
Who is Tigist Assefa, the Marathon Phenomenon in Berlin? Unveiling the Winner and Record-Breaker
Tigist Assefa, a name that has become synonymous with speed, endurance, and excellence. On a serene Berlin morning in September 2023, Tigist Assefa shattered the women’s marathon world record, finishing the marathon
Ethiopia: Tigst Assefa shatters women’s world record shattered by more than 2 minutes in Berlin Marathon
By Associated PressTigst Assefa didn’t just break the world record in the women’s marathon Sunday in Berlin, she obliterated it, lowering it by more than two minutes and becoming the first woman to
Ethiopia’s Tsegay shatters women’s 5000 metres world record
Sept 17 (Reuters) – Ethiopia’s Gudaf Tsegay smashed the women’s 5,000 metres world record with a run of 14 minutes 00.21 seconds on Sunday at the Eugene Diamond League finale, breaking Kenyan
Ethiopian sweep in the women’s 10,000m | World Athletics Championships Budapest 23
Ethiopian sweep in the women’s 10,000m | World Athletics Championships Budapest 23
ETHIOPIA BACK ON TENNIS MAP: ITF EVENTS RETURN AFTER 17-YEAR ABSENCE
20 FEB 2023 Ross McLean Following an absence of nearly two decades, the ITF World Tennis Tour has returned to Ethiopia with the staging of two junior tournaments in Addis Ababa –
Ethiopia´s Girma sets indoor world record in 3,000m
16th February 2023 LIEVIN, France (AP) – Ethiopia´s Lamecha Girma broke a 25-year-old indoor world record in the 3,000 meters on Wednesday at the Meeting Hauts-de-France Pas-de-Calais. Girma, who won the silver