The 77 Percent - Sports Show
January 21, 2021German epee fencer Alexandra Ndolo gives young people in Kenya, where her father was born, a chance to pursue their Olympic fencing dreams. We find out why a Ugandan world kickboxing champion wants to stamp out sexual harassment in sport. Plus, we find out what one of Ghana’s beloved football darlings, Asamoah Gyan, and the Orlando Pirates in South Africa have in common.
Fencing for a better life
Fencing, a relatively new sport in Kenya is taking flight. Coach Stephen Okalo who is grooming the next generation of Kenyan fencers believes the sport can change lives.
Inspiring the next generation of Fencers
Germany’s highest-ranked female epee fencer, Alexandra Ndolo wants to inspire the next generation of Olympic fencers. Her fencing project in Kenya, the birthplace of her father, is inspiring young people to reach for their dreams.
Uganda’s little punches and golden hopefuls: Patricia Apolot
World kickboxing champion Patricia Apolot has humbled many opponents in the ring. But the Ugandan athlete says her success is often undermined by prejudice — and she's determined to stamp out sexual harassment in sport.
Pinwheel: Sports
DW correspondents across the continent introduce you to some of Africa’s popular sports.
Orlando Pirates poised to take over African football
Once celebrated as the best soccer club of the entire continent, the Orlando Pirates in Johannesburg are only a shadow of their former glory. But a new coach has set the club back on the winning path.
The return of a legend: Asamoah Gyan
Asamoah Gyan, Ghana's football legend wants to do it again. At a time when football patronage is suffering, Gyan has returned to his home country to get the fans cheering again.
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