India and Nigeria have submitted formal proposals to host the 2030 centenary Commonwealth Games by the deadline of 31 August 2025. This follows unprecedented, diverse and wide-ranging Expressions of Interest in hosting the Games in 2030 and beyond.
Category: Athletics
Commonwealth Sport Coordination Commission for Glasgow 2026 Lauds progress
The Commonwealth Sport Coordination Commission (CoCom) for Glasgow 2026 has applauded the strong progress and collaborative approach of the Organising Company, following a two-day visit to the city, concluding that it is on track to deliver a ground-breaking, action-packed Games.
$5.2 Billion: Economic Impact of the World’s Marathons on Host Communities
London, UK// – Marathons have a profound economic and cultural impact on their host communities, according to a new report from Brand Finance, the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy.
Matthew Levy OAM Funds Support Initiative For Para Athletes
The Commonwealth Sports Foundation is pleased to announce a generous donation of AUD 15,000 from Commonwealth Para athlete Matthew Levy OAM.
George Black Announced as Chair of Glasgow 2026
George Black has today been announced as the new Chair of Glasgow 2026 Organising Company, taking up the role with immediate effect.
Trinbago 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games Deliver Powerful Legal For Host Nation
The successful hosting of the 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games by Trinidad and Tobago is the cornerstone of a powerful sporting legacy for the Host Nation according to the event’s Impact Evaluation Report.
African Games 2023: Ghana Promises to Deliver Unforgettable Event for the Rest of Africa and the World
Ghana’s Sports Minister, Mustapha Ussif, has promised the rest of Africa that Ghana will deliver a competition that will be difficult to forget.
African Games 2023: Athletes Guaranteed Safety
Accra, Ghana//-Ghana’s Minister of Youth and Sports Mustapha Ussif today assured athletes participating in the 2023 African Games that their safety during their stay in Ghana.
Comrades Broadcast to Set All-time SuperSport Record
The 96th edition of the Comrades Marathon, set for Sunday,11 June 2023, will represent the biggest broadcast in SuperSport’s history and unique offering for viewers on DStv and GOtv.
Cycling Could be a Boon for Lagos – But People Fear for Their Safety on Bikes
A cyclist participates in World Car Free Day in Lagos. Adekunle Ajayi/NurPhoto via Getty Images Emmanuel Mogaji, Keele University With an estimated 16 million residents, Lagos is the most densely populated state in Nigeria. It’s under immense pressure to transport its huge population.