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The most successful women’s team in Africa, the Super Falcons emerged from a long history of protest – and continue to demand equality.
An exploration of Pillay’s life dispels the notion of weightlifters and body builders as lacking political agency. His legacy created opportunities for other sports people.
Nine immigrants founded a cricket club in 1934 in Rhodesia. The Sunrise club survives to this day, part of Zimbabwe’s national culture.
Although the organised leagues were considered more prestigious, they were indirectly sustained by the unorganised structure of gambling games.
Given the impact of African players in European football, it’s remarkable how few are able to secure jobs in football in Europe after their playing days end.
Sports in Africa, Past and Present examines the role played by leisure and professional sports in shaping African life, including resisting colonialism.
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Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Johannesburg
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Professor of History and Coordinator of the Kenya Program, St. Lawrence University
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Professor, Aalborg University
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Professor of Communications, Howard University
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