Olympics

April 15, 2026
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Feature stories, Olympics

Afghan Ju-Jitsu Athletes Depart for Asian Games in China

Small Afghan delegation heads to China for Asian competition, aiming to gain exposure on the continental stage. KABUL | By Taieb Khatizwal Afghanistan’s national athletes in Ju-Jitsu and Pahlwani...

April 15, 2026
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Feature stories, Olympics

Kabul Hosts 2026 Badminton Championship Tournament

Over 100 athletes compete across five age categories as Kabul stages a major national badminton event with international presence. KABUL | By Sara Amiri The 2026 Kabul Badminton Championship...

April 9, 2026
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News, Olympics

Kabul Hosts Taekwondo Championships

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...

March 27, 2026
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International, Olympics, Top News

IOC Introduces New Policy on Women’s Category in Olympic Sport

New eligibility rules based on biological sex to take effect from LA28 Olympics LAUSANNE | By Sayer Zaland The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has approved a new policy governing...

March 27, 2026
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National, Olympics

Shahid Badloon Wins Eid Volleyball Tournament in Jaghatu

Ten-day competition in Maidan Wardak brings together seven teams in local celebration of sport. MAIDAN WARDAK | Taieb Khatizwal A local Eid volleyball tournament in Jaghatu district of Maidan...

March 27, 2026
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National, Olympics

Bamyan Ski Event Draws 230 Athletes as Winter Sports Gain Ground

Strong participation underscores the gradual rise of grassroots winter sports in Afghanistan. BAMYAN | Sara Amiri A ski competition in Bamyan brought together 230 athletes in a one-day event...

March 16, 2026
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International, Olympics

Women Lead Educational Legacy of Milano Cortina 2026

Female educators played a central role in delivering Olympic values education to tens of thousands of teachers across Italy. Sara Amiri | ASJF News Key Facts:Women played a central...

March 16, 2026
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International, Olympics

Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics Close with Spectacular Ceremony

Record participation and emotional farewell mark the end of a historic Paralympic Winter Games. Sayer Zaland | ASJF News The 2026 Winter Paralympics concluded on March 15 with a...

March 10, 2026
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International, Olympics

Milano Cortina 2026: Celebrating Women, Inspiring the Future

Milano Cortina 2026 proved that gender equality in sport is no longer an aspiration, it is an achievable reality shaping the future of the Olympic Movement. Italy | By...

March 3, 2026
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International, Olympics

IOC Calls for Safe Passage of Athletes to Milano Cortina 2026

IOC urges UN Member States to support qualified athletes affected by conflict ahead of the 2026 Winter Paralympics. Lausanne | By Sayer Zaland The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has...