ASJF founder, and AIPS Member Sayer Zaland raises concerns of Afghan sports journalists as international bodies pledge support, including training opportunities for women journalists. LAUSANNE | By ASJFNEWS Afghanistan’s sports media community was represented…
Croatia’s Jura Ozmec unanimously confirmed as AIPS Secretary General as new Executive Committee takes shape. LAUSANNE | By Sayer Zaland Jura Ozmec of Croatia has been unanimously appointed as Secretary General of the International…
Gianni Merlo wins 76.85% of the vote at the 88th AIPS Congress to extend his presidency for a sixth and final term. LAUSANNE | By Sayer Zaland Gianni Merlo has been re-elected as President…
Fifty athletes compete across ten teams as Kabul stages its 14th combat tournament and first-ever poomsae competition. Kabul | by Taieb Khatizwal The 14th edition of the national taekwondo combat championships, alongside the inaugural…
Esteghlal Kohe Sayad secures a rapid return to the Faryab Premier League by purchasing Pars FC’s license just one year after relegation. Faryab | by Basirullah SIRAT Esteghlal Kohe Sayad has made an immediate…
Twenty-two coaches participate in a six-day training programme aimed at developing foundational coaching skills in northern Afghanistan. Kunduz | by Farzana Momand A six-day AFC ‘D’ level coaching course has commenced in Imam Sahib…
New facility in Dasht-e-Archi, funded by private investors, aims to expand futsal opportunities and support youth engagement. Kunduz | by Sara Amiri A new futsal gymnasium has been inaugurated in Dasht-e-Archi district of Kunduz…
Top three nominees across eight major categories announced as global sports media prepares for awards gala in Switzerland. Lausanne | by Sayer Zaland The International Sports Press Association (AIPS) has announced the finalists for…
Afghanistan’s top domestic talent, including U-19 World Cup semi-finalists, feature in the sixth edition of the Mirwais Nika tournament in Kandahar and Helmand. Kandahar | by Niaz Shinwari The sixth edition of the e&…
Afghanistan suffer 2-1 defeat in opening match, with Hasibullah Amiri scoring the lone goal ahead of Turkmenistan clash. Tashkent | by Sara Amiri Afghanistan’s U-17 national football team began their campaign in the 2026…
Critics suggest Yousuf Kargar leverages support from AFC Deputy Secretary-General Waheed Kardani to consolidate control over Afghanistan football, fueling ongoing tensions and financial disputes. Kabul | by ASJFNesw Desk Allegations of intertwined interests at…
Mis-e-Ainak and Band-e-Amir regional squads kick off preparations ahead of the Afghanistan Cricket Board’s domestic tournament starting April 2. Kabul | by Sara Amiri The Afghanistan Cricket Board’s (ACB) domestic cricket season enters a…
Former ASJF President Sayer Zaland addresses delegates during the opening of the federation’s Second Annual Congress in Kabul in 2017.
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