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7s star Wekesa's journey in rugby and his mission for green planet
Kevin Wekesa has built a life around preparing for the future, helping the environment and inspiring young people as he carries the hopes of Kenya’s national sevens team.
By Reuters 1 day ago
7s star Wekesa's journey in rugby and his mission for green planet
Nowhere to run for limping Shujaa side
For the third straight season, Kenya Sevens will remain outside the top level of the HSBC SVNS Series after failing to secure promotion during the three-leg World Championship campaign.
By Reuters 8 days ago
Nowhere to run for limping Shujaa side
Migori Youth crowned National Super League champions
Migori Youth have been crowned FKF National Super League champions and secured promotion to the SportPesa Premier League.
By Reuters 9 days ago
Migori Youth crowned National Super League champions
Heartbreak as Shujaa miss HSBC SVNS Division One promotion
Kenya, for the third straight season, will be playing in the second tier of the World Rugby Sevens Series after failing to qualify for the 2026-2027 HSBC SVNS Division One
By Reuters 9 days ago
Heartbreak as Shujaa miss HSBC SVNS Division One promotion
Why Shujaa's promotion to SVNS Division One hangs in the balance
Shujaa is facing an anxious wait as their hopes of securing promotion to the 2026-2027 HSBC SVNS Division One remain uncertain following a poor start at the Bordeaux Sevens in France.
By Reuters 10 days ago
Why Shujaa's promotion to SVNS Division One hangs in the balance
Harambee Stars seek redemption against Lesotho
Harambee Stars will be aiming for a much better performance when they face Lesotho in their second international friendly match today after a disappointing 1-1 draw in the first meeting.
By Reuters 10 days ago
Harambee Stars seek redemption against Lesotho
Migori Youth eye title as NSL promotion battle intensifies
FKF National Super League promotion race heads into a decisive weekend with four clubs still battling for the three places currently earmarked for promotion to the SportPesa Premier League.
By Reuters 10 days ago
Migori Youth eye title as NSL promotion battle intensifies
Harambee Stars thrash Lesotho 4-0 in South Africa
Harambee Stars delivered a dominant 4-0 win over Lesotho in South Africa, with Mohammed Bajaber and Lawrence Okoth starring in a commanding performance under coach Benni McCarthy.
By Reuters 10 days ago
Harambee Stars thrash Lesotho 4-0 in South Africa
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Why Harambee Stars coach McCarthy is a frustrated man
Kenya looked set for victory after taking an early lead through Gor Mahia defender Frank Odhiambo, but Lesotho punished the visitors in the second half.
By Reuters 11 days ago
Why Harambee Stars coach McCarthy is a frustrated man
Gor Mahia's Akonnor named SportPesa Premier League Coach of the season
Coach Charles Akonnor has been named the 2025/26 SportPesa Premier League Coach of the Season after leading Gor Mahia to another league title in his first year in charge.
By Reuters 12 days ago
Gor Mahia's Akonnor named SportPesa Premier League Coach of the season
Shujaa fall to Fiji in Bordeaux Sevens opener
Kenya’s national rugby sevens team Shujaa suffered a difficult start at the Bordeaux Sevens after falling 31-12 to Fiji in their opening Pool C match
By Reuters 12 days ago
Shujaa fall to Fiji in Bordeaux Sevens opener
History as Ghanaian Morrisson named SportPesa Premier League MVP
The Ghanaian midfielder became the first foreign player in 14 years to win the top individual award in Kenyan football.
By Reuters 12 days ago
History as Ghanaian Morrisson named SportPesa Premier League MVP
Shujaa face South Africa and Fiji in the test at Bordeaux Sevens
Shujaa face their biggest test of the season this weekend as they chase promotion back to the top-tier HSBC SVNS Division One at the final leg of the World Championship in Bordeaux, France.
By Reuters 12 days ago
Shujaa face South Africa and Fiji in the test at Bordeaux Sevens
Who will be crowned league's best?
Champions Gor Mahia expected to dominate awards after record-extending 22nd title.
By Reuters 13 days ago
Who will be crowned league's best?
New-look Harambee Stars face Lesotho test
McCarthy confident of building a strong team ahead of Afcon qualifiers.
By Reuters 13 days ago
New-look Harambee Stars face Lesotho test
Waithira, Morrison and Akonnor headline SportPesa Premier League awards
Murang’a Seal goal machine Joseph Waithira, Gor Mahia’s midfield maestro Enock Morrison and K’Ogalo title-winning coach Charles Akonnor will headline the SportPesa Premier League awards.
By Reuters 14 days ago
Waithira, Morrison and Akonnor headline SportPesa Premier League awards
Marcelo back from injury to inspire new look Harambee Stars against Lesotho
Defender Eric Ouma is finally back after months on the sidelines in Harambee Stars colours and ready to guide a youthful Kenyan squad set to face Lesotho in an international friendly in South Africa.
By Reuters 14 days ago
Marcelo back from injury to inspire new look Harambee Stars against Lesotho
Which way FKF as confusion clouds relegation and promotion of clubs
A cloud of confusion is hanging over Kenyan football, with uncertainty threatening to overshadow the fight for promotion between the Sportpesa Premier League and National Super League.
By Reuters 14 days ago
Which way FKF as confusion clouds relegation and promotion of clubs
Shujaa almost there as search for crucial slot enters last lap
Kenya Sevens endured a difficult outing at the Valladolid Sevens in Spain but still stayed on course for a place in next season’s HSBC SVNS Division One.
By Reuters 16 days ago
Shujaa almost there as search for crucial slot enters last lap
How Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards ruled SportPesa Premier League
The 2025-2026 SportPesa Premier League will be remembered as a season where the rivalry between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards brought energy that defined the entire campaign.
By Reuters 15 days ago
How Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards ruled SportPesa Premier League
Julius Omollo and Faith Nzomo dominate Nyanza May Mug in Kisumu
Julius Omollo and Faith Nzomo were the standout performers at the Nyanza May Mug golf tournament after strong wins in their categories.
By Reuters 16 days ago
Julius Omollo and Faith Nzomo dominate Nyanza May Mug in Kisumu
Kenya Sevens to renew rivalry with Fiji and South Africa at Bordeaux 7s
Kenya Sevens will renew their rivalry with South Africa and Fiji at Bordeaux Sevens ahead of the final leg of the HSBC SVNS Championship set for France this coming weekend.
By Reuters 16 days ago
Kenya Sevens to renew rivalry with Fiji and South Africa at Bordeaux 7s
Leopards Madada recalled as Harambee Stars make changes ahead of international friendlies
AFC Leopards teenager Kelly Madada has earned a return to the national team as Harambee Stars made key changes to their squad and fixtures ahead of the June international window.
By Reuters 16 days ago
Leopards Madada recalled as Harambee Stars make changes ahead of international friendlies
Shujaa exit Valladolid Sevens in quarter-finals
Kabras edge Ugandan outfit Pirates 25-12 to win sixth consecutive Enterprise Cup title. Kenya Sevens will be playing for ranking points.
By Reuters 17 days ago
Shujaa exit Valladolid Sevens in quarter-finals
Kabras face Uganda's Pirates with Enterprise Cup title on the line
Defending champions Kabras Sugar RFC will today put their unbeaten Enterprise Cup run on the line when they face Uganda’s Black Pirates in the final at RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi.
By Reuters 18 days ago
Kabras face Uganda's Pirates with Enterprise Cup title on the line
NSL promotion race heads for dramatic finish amid growing FKF confusion
Migori Youth, Mombasa United, and 3K FC lead the title charge.
By Reuters 18 days ago
NSL promotion race heads for dramatic finish amid growing FKF confusion
Shujaa must edge Great Britain in their pursuit for SVNS series slot
Kenya Sevens must win their final Group A match against Great Britain today at the ongoing Valladolid Sevens
By Reuters 18 days ago
Shujaa must edge Great Britain in their pursuit for SVNS series slot
Shujaa renew rivalry with South Africa
Shujaa will renew their rivalry with South Africa and Australia when the second leg of the HSBC SVNS Championship kicks off in Valladolid, Spain, today.
By Reuters 20 days ago
Shujaa renew rivalry with South Africa
Impressive Shujaa narrowly lose to Australia in Valladolid 7s opener
Kenya Sevens lost 15-10 to Australia in sudden death at the Valladolid Sevens opener after a tightly contested match that ended level at full time.
By Reuters 19 days ago
Impressive Shujaa narrowly lose to Australia in Valladolid 7s opener
Sharks face nervous final day as Ulinzi move closer to safety
The battle to avoid relegation in the SportPesa Premier League is set to go down to the final day after Kariobangi Sharks slipped into trouble while Ulinzi Stars boosted their survival hopes.
By Reuters 21 days ago
Sharks face nervous final day as Ulinzi move closer to safety
Champions Gor held by Mara Sugar as Ulinzi Stars move closer to safety
Gor Mahia drew with Mara Sugar as Kariobangi Sharks slipped deeper into relegation trouble ahead of the final league matches.
By Reuters 21 days ago
Champions Gor held by Mara Sugar as Ulinzi Stars move closer to safety
Lionesses tear Madagascar apart to set up South Africa final
Lionesses crush Madagascar to set up South Africa showdown.
By Reuters 21 days ago
Lionesses tear Madagascar apart to set up South Africa final
Reprieve as champions Gor Mahia to play Mara Sugar in Homa Bay
Gor Mahia have received a major reprieve after the High Court cleared the way for their postponed league match against Mara Sugar to be played tomorrow in Homa Bay.
By Reuters 22 days ago
Reprieve as champions Gor Mahia to play Mara Sugar in Homa Bay
Kenya Lionesses hunt second win against Madagascar in Rugby Africa Cup
Kenya Lionesses will be targeting a second straight victory when they face Madagascar Women in the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division at RFUEA Grounds
By Reuters 22 days ago
Kenya Lionesses hunt second win against Madagascar in Rugby Africa Cup
Gor Mahia hold off rivals to clinch league title
Gor Mahia’s journey to the 2025-2026 SportPesa Premier League title was built on resilience, consistency and the ability to respond strongly whenever doubts emerged around the team.
By Reuters 23 days ago
Gor Mahia hold off rivals to clinch league title
K'Ogalo crowned champions for record 22nd league title
Gor Mahia were on Sunday crowned SportPesa Premier League champions for a record extending 22nd time after bitter rivals AFC Leopards lost 2-1 to APS Bomet at Kericho Green Stadium.
By Reuters 23 days ago
K'Ogalo crowned champions for record 22nd league title
Ulinzi Stars boost survival hopes as relegation battle intensifies in SPL
Ulinzi are still not safe from relegation, but the important victory gave the soldiers fresh hope in their battle to remain in the top flight next season.
By Reuters 24 days ago
Ulinzi Stars boost survival hopes as relegation battle intensifies in SPL
Kenya Lionesses maul Uganda in Rugby Africa Cup opener
South Africa kicked off title defence with a 62-5 win over Madagascar.
By Reuters 24 days ago
Kenya Lionesses maul Uganda in Rugby Africa Cup opener
Lionesses renew rivalry with Uganda as Africa Cup kicks off
Kenya plays Uganda today as the Lionesses hunt for the Rugby Africa title
By Reuters 25 days ago
Lionesses renew rivalry with Uganda as Africa Cup kicks off
Shujaa hand Mola maiden call-up for World SVNS legs
Kenya Sevens coach Kelvin Wambua on Friday named the squad that will represent the country in the upcoming World SVNS Championship legs in Valladolid and Bordeaux
By Reuters 26 days ago
Shujaa hand Mola maiden call-up for World SVNS legs
Country stares at acute food crisis as severe drought hits grain basket
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