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International Olympic Committee

Also known as: IOC

International Olympic Committee — governs Olympic Games, including athlete eligibility and host city selection decisions.

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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    PHOTO/Courtesy NOC-K Audio By Vocalize The International Olympic Committee, which has been under growing pressure to introduce prize money to the Olympics, on Wednesday announced it was setting up a grant for every athlete who takes part in the Games.

    Olympics to offer all Games players Ksh1.3million grants
  3. Citizen Digital

    PHOTO/Courtesy NOC-K Audio By Vocalize The International Olympic Committee, which has been under growing pressure to introduce prize money to the Olympics, on Wednesday announced it was setting up a grant for every athlete who takes part in the Games.

    Olympics to offer all Games players Ksh1.3million grants
  4. The Standard

    Last year, his PLAY GREEN initiative earned recognition from the International Olympic Committee, bringing global attention to a project he started out of concern for the effects of climate change.

    7s star Wekesa's journey in rugby and his mission for green planet
  5. Citizen Digital

    Olympic chief confident for LA Games despite World Cup 'challenges' By AFP June 11, 2026 07:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Kirsty Coventry delivers

    Olympic chief confident for LA Games despite World Cup 'challenges'
  6. The Standard

    The Olympic Qualifiers are under the auspices of WB, which obtained temporary supervisory rights from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) after they (IOC) differed with the International Boxing Association (IBA) on a number of management issues.It follows the first World Cu

    Participation in World Cup boon for Kenyan boxers
  7. May 2026
  8. Citizen Digital

    IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus but Russia still barred By AFP May 08, 2026 12:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Kirsty Coventry delivers a speech at

    IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus but Russia still barred
  9. Citizen Digital

    Italian footballer and coaching bodies join Serie A in backing Malago as new FA chief By AFP May 01, 2026 10:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Giovanni Malagò, member of the International Olympic Committee

    Italian footballer and coaching bodies join Serie A in backing Malago as new FA chief

Monday 3 August

  1. FIFA's Infantino faces criticism after shelving $4.2 billion investment plan

    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

Sunday 2 August

  1. FIFA president's leadership becomes "radioactive" after investment plan collapse

    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

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Ukraine appeals IOC decision easing restrictions on Russian athletes

    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

Saturday 25 July

  1. IOC rejects complaint against FIFA chief Infantino on political neutrality

    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

Thursday 9 July

  1. Russia appeals World Athletics ban at Court of Arbitration

    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

Tuesday 7 July

  1. IOC eases Russian athlete restrictions before 2028 Olympics

    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

Friday 3 July

  1. Kenya aims to increase Olympic disciplines from six to ten

    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

Thursday 25 June

  1. FIFA signals Russia youth team could enter Azerbaijan tournament

    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

Wednesday 24 June

  1. IOC to select 2036 Olympic host city in mid-2029

    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

  2. IOC to select 2036 Olympic host city in mid-2029

    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

  3. IOC introduces $10,000 grant for every Olympic athlete

    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

  4. IOC introduces $10,000 grant for all Olympic athletes

    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

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Kenya sevens star Wekesa balances rugby career with environmental mission

    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

Thursday 11 June

  1. IOC chief expresses confidence in Los Angeles 2028 Olympics

    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

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Kenya's boxers compete in World Cup ahead of 2028 Olympics

    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

Friday 8 May

  1. Sabalenka hopes to compete under Belarus flag again

    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

  2. IOC lifts ban on Belarusian Olympic athletes; Russia still restricted

    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

Friday 1 May

  1. Italian football bodies back Malago for national federation presidency

    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

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