Also known as: IOC
International Olympic Committee — governs Olympic Games, including athlete eligibility and host city selection decisions.
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… "I do not think we have ever seen such a fast fall from grace by a sports leader," Michael Payne, former head of marketing at the International Olympic Committee, told AFP."One week ago, Infantino was riding high from delivering a very successful World Cup, and expected to run un …
Infantino struggling to survive, says former IOC marketing chiefCitizen Digital
… "I do not think we have ever seen such a fast fall from grace by a sports leader," Michael Payne, former head of marketing at the International Olympic Committee, told AFP. …
Infantino struggling to survive, says former IOC marketing chiefCitizen Digital
… The inaugural Esports Olympics scheduled to be held in 2027 will no longer be hosted by Saudi Arabia, the International Olympic Committee announced on Thursday. …
Ukraine appeals against Russian return to OlympicsCitizen Digital
… Photo by DAVID RAMOS / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / AFP Audio By Vocalize The International Olympic Committee has rejected a complaint filed by the human rights NGO FairSquare against FIFA president Gianni Infantino for alleged breaches of rules on political neutrality, an IOC sp …
IOC reject complaint against FIFA chief Infantino over 'political neutrality'Citizen Digital
… Those came before this week's announcement by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) that under strict conditions Russian athletes would be allowed to compete in team events and qualifying competitions for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. …
Russia to take on World Athletics at CAS over banThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Tuesday lifted restrictions on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in team events and in qualifying competitions for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. …
IOC eases restrictions on Russians before 2028 as anthem, flag ban remainsThe Standard
… The high-profile seminar, supported by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (Anoca) brought together 54 nations. …
Kenya out to increase its participation at LA28Citizen Digital
… In May, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) recommended lifting restrictions on Belarusian athletes -— allowing them to compete under their national flag and anthem and participate in team sports -— while recommending that restrictions on Russian athletes remain in place. …
FIFA opens way for Russia youth team to enter competitionCitizen Digital
… (Photo by MARTIN BERNETTI / AFP) Audio By Vocalize The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will choose the host of the 2036 summer Olympic Games in "mid-2029", Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic, chair of the IOC's Future Host Commission, announced on Wednesday. …
IOC to choose 2036 Olympic host in 2029Citizen Digital
… (Photo by MARTIN BERNETTI / AFP) Audio By Vocalize The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will choose the host of the 2036 summer Olympic Games in "mid-2029", Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic, chair of the IOC's Future Host Commission, announced on Wednesday. …
IOC to choose 2036 Olympic host in 2029FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a scheme to raise $4.2 billion through private investment after global backlash. A former IOC marketing chief told AFP that Infantino's leadership has become "radioactive" and his reign "is over," with UEFA and CONCACAF among governing bodies expressing loss of confidence in him.
3 August 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino abandoned a scheme to raise $4.2 billion through private investment after global backlash. A former IOC marketing chief told AFP that Infantino's leadership has become "radioactive" and his reign "is over," with UEFA and CONCACAF among governing bodies expressing loss of confidence in him.
3 August 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has lost the confidence of UEFA after withdrawing a plan to raise up to $4.2 billion through private investment in World Cup and Club World Cup events. A former IOC marketing chief said Infantino's ten-year reign as head of world football is over and his leadership has become "radioactive" following the global backlash.
2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ukraine has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against the International Olympic Committee's decision to ease restrictions on Russian athletes, arguing the move was premature and violated the Olympic Charter. The IOC lifted its suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee and scrapped restrictions on Russian athletes introduced over Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, allowing them to compete in team events and qualifying competitions for the 2028 Summer Olympics.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee has rejected a complaint filed by human rights NGO FairSquare against FIFA president Gianni Infantino for alleged breaches of rules on political neutrality. The IOC Ethics Commission said the complaint falls outside its jurisdiction, noting that international federations maintain independence in their governance.
25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Russian athletics federation announced it will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to challenge World Athletics' extension of a blanket ban on Russian track and field athletes, imposed in March 2022 following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. World Athletics said it will defend its position.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee lifted restrictions on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in team events and qualifying competitions for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, though bans on the Russian national anthem and flag remain in place. Returning athletes must pass "multiple" doping tests, and individual sports may decide whether to permit the flag and anthem at their own events.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya is targeting to increase its participation at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games from six disciplines at Paris 2024 to ten disciplines. The National Olympic Committee of Kenya is working with sports associations and the government to achieve this through strengthening weak points and ensuring athletes receive full funding for qualifications.
3 July 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA announced an under-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan from October 22–31, saying the competition would be open to all FIFA member associations. Russia, barred from international competitions since 2022, interpreted the statement as an invitation to return.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee announced it will choose the host of the 2036 summer Olympic Games in mid-2029, with the decision to be made under a new three-step selection process beginning in March 2027 that aims to give potential hosts greater clarity and advance notice.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee announced it will choose the host of the 2036 summer Olympic Games in mid-2029, with 2028 Los Angeles and 2032 Brisbane already scheduled. The IOC will employ a new three-step selection system beginning in March 2027 to give potential hosts greater clarity and a clear timeline for government support.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee announced a new grant programme providing $10,000 to every athlete competing in the Games, with a total fund of $140 million per four-year Olympic cycle. All Olympians are eligible regardless of nationality or finish position.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee has announced a new grant programme providing $10,000 (approximately Ksh1.3 million) to every athlete competing in the Olympic Games, with a total fund of $140 million per four-year Olympic cycle.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kevin Wekesa of Kabras Sugar and Kenya Sevens has built a life around rugby while also focusing on environmental protection and inspiring young people. After Kenya Shujaa failed to secure a place in the HSBC SVNS Division One structure, Wekesa remains optimistic as the team prepares to compete in Division Two next season.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
IOC President Kirsty Coventry said she was confident for the successful hosting of the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles despite describing "challenges" for the World Cup, which kicks off on Thursday and is co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's 'Hit Squad' will participate in the second World Cup in China, with the event serving as preparation for boxers aiming to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics through Continental qualifiers starting early next year. A provisional squad of 20 boxers has been training, though the final team selection depends on government funding confirmation.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →
World number one Aryna Sabalenka hopes to represent Belarus after the IOC lifted its ban on the country's athletes competing in the Olympics. Sabalenka has competed under a neutral banner due to Belarus's support for Russia following its invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee lifted restrictions on Belarusian athletes competing in the Olympics, allowing them to participate in teams. Russian athletes remain restricted and may only compete under a neutral banner on an individual basis if they have not actively supported the conflict in Ukraine.
8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Italy's player and coaching associations endorsed Giovanni Malago, who headed the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, as the next president of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), following Gabriele Gravina's resignation in April.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →