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The Australian government just committed $12.4 million to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with a strong focus on elevating women's competition. Three tournaments will run simultaneously across Australia, Papua New Guinea, and New Zealand, bringing 16 nations together for rugby league's biggest celebration.
Australia is putting $12.4 million toward the Rugby League World Cup with a special focus on closing the pay gap in women's rugby. The investment signals a major step toward equality in a sport where female players earn less than $50,000 while their male counterparts make significantly more.
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Six months after crossing the finish line, elite runners from South Africa's historic Soweto Marathon still haven't received their prize money. Now the government is stepping in to make things right.
Ghana's new Sports Fund isn't just for elite athletes. It's designed to give every citizen access to sports facilities and recreational spaces that promote health and community.
After recovering from a year-long injury, Kyle Saunders is heading to his third Tag Rugby World Cup to make history as South Africa's most capped player. The 29-year-old captain needs to raise $60,000 to compete because the sport remains semi-professional in his country.
After a contract that strangled funding for years, Canada Soccer just tripled its revenue through 2037. The breakthrough means more support for teams that won Olympic gold and reached the World Cup.
National Investment Bank just became the first to donate to Ghana's new Sports Fund, kicking off a nationwide effort to support athletes beyond football. The GH¢100,000 gift is designed to inspire other businesses to invest in Ghana's sporting future.
Nigerian athletes brought home 373 medals across all sports in 2025, their best year ever. Now President Tinubu is overhauling how the country funds sports to keep the wins coming.