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Tusker and AFC Leopards seek redemption as FKF-PL starts to pick pace

Shabana hunt first win of the season against Sharks in Homa Bay.

Tusker and AFC Leopards seek redemption as FKF-PL starts to pick pace

AFC Leopards struggles continue in FKF-PL as Tusker bounce back

AFC Leopards struggles continue in FKF-PL as Tusker bounce back

Crunch moment as Harambee Starlets face Cameroon

Crunch moment as Harambee Starlets face Cameroon

How Shujaa overcame adversity to secure Olympic ticket

How Shujaa overcame adversity to secure Olympic ticket

Wanyonyi stuns World champion Arop to win 800m Diamond League trophy, Moraa finishes fourth

The 19-year-old set a world-leading time of 1:42.08 as Mary Moraa loses to Mu.

Wanyonyi stuns World champion Arop to win 800m Diamond League trophy, Moraa finishes fourth

Onyala, Wambua on top of the world after Shujaa's Africa 7s success

Kenya Sevens stunned South Africa 17-12 to qualify for Paris Olympics.

Onyala, Wambua on top of the world after Shujaa's Africa 7s success

Kipyegon sets meeting record to retain 1,500m Diamond League Trophy

The World record holder clocked a meeting record of 3:50.72.

Kipyegon sets meeting record to retain 1,500m Diamond League Trophy

Omanyala and World champion Lyles clock 9.85 seconds as Coleman wins 100m

Former World champion Coleman clocked a world-leading 9.83 seconds to win DL trophy.

Omanyala and World champion Lyles clock 9.85 seconds as Coleman wins 100m

Lessons for Kenya as Lionesses lose to South Africa's Springbok Women

Kenya lost 77-12 as they get their World Rugby WVX3 competition preparations underway.

Lessons for Kenya as Lionesses lose to South Africa's Springbok Women

Kenya Sevens to face Burkina Faso in Africa Sevens quarters

Shujaa will play Burkina Faso at 10 a.m. Kenyan time.

Kenya Sevens to face Burkina Faso in Africa Sevens quarters

Shujaa whitewash Burkina Faso to book semis against hosts Zimbabwe

Kenya face the hosts from 1.50pm Kenyan time.

Shujaa whitewash Burkina Faso to book semis against hosts Zimbabwe

Kenya Sevens to renew rivalry with South Africa in Africa Sevens finals

The Blitzboks saw off Uganda 26-14 in the second semifinals, and will meet Kenya at 5.18pm Kenyan time

Kenya Sevens to renew rivalry with South Africa in Africa Sevens finals

Kenya Sevens stun South Africa to win Africa Sevens, qualify for Paris Olympics

Patrick Odongo scores two tries as Shujaa edge Blitzboks 17-12 to also qualify for 2024 Paris Olympics.

Kenya Sevens stun South Africa to win Africa Sevens, qualify for Paris Olympics

Omalla scores a brace as Gor Mahia thrash Nairobi City Stars

Murang’a SEAL lose their first match of the season.

Omalla scores a brace as Gor Mahia thrash Nairobi City Stars

Growing Digital Access: Kenyans encouraged to invest in smartphones

Onfon Mobile offers to move Kenyans from 2G to 4/5G services by issuing an affordable ownership plan.

Growing Digital Access: Kenyans encouraged to invest in smartphones

Focus on Murang'a SEAL and Ingwe as FKF PL returns

The league resumes today after the international break.

Focus on Murang'a SEAL and Ingwe as FKF PL returns

Amaitsa scores a hat-trick on his debut as Shujaa hammer Nigeria in Africa Sevens opener

Kenya Sevens plays Namibia next from 1.50pm Kenyan time.

Amaitsa scores a hat-trick on his debut as Shujaa hammer Nigeria in Africa Sevens opener

Shujaa seek rapid redemption as they chase Olympics dream

Kenya will face off against Zambia, Namibia and Nigeria in Group B.

Shujaa seek rapid redemption as they chase Olympics dream

Shujaa hammer Namibia 50-0 to book Africa Sevens quarterfinals

After hitting Nigeria 34-10, Kenya hit Namibia 50-0 to reach the last four with a game to spare

Shujaa hammer Namibia 50-0 to book Africa Sevens quarterfinals

Kenya Sevens edge Zambia to remain unbeaten at Africa Sevens

Samuel Asati scored a brace to inspire Kenya to a 38-12 win over Zambia.

Kenya Sevens edge Zambia to remain unbeaten at Africa Sevens

Kakamega Homeboyz sip Tusker to pick first win of the season

AFC Leopards winless run continues after 0-0 with Muhoroni Youth.

Kakamega Homeboyz sip Tusker to pick first win of the season

Women Africa Cup of Nations: Harambee Starlets geared up and ready for Cameroon

Kenya will play Cameroon on September 22.

Women Africa Cup of Nations: Harambee Starlets geared up and ready for Cameroon

FKF National Super League to kick off on Saturday

Newbies Nairobi United to debut against Kibera Black Stars.

FKF National Super League to kick off on Saturday

Why the FKF Women's Premier League season kick-off has been postponed

FKF Women's Super Cup has also been pushed back to September 30.

Why the FKF Women's Premier League season kick-off has been postponed

Kenya Sevens chase Paris Olympics ticket in Zimbabwe

Shujaa will face off against Zambia, Namibia and Nigeria.

Kenya Sevens chase Paris Olympics ticket in Zimbabwe

KBF ready for 2023-2024 season full of world and local action

Additionally, this month, Kenya’s men and women under 23 years 3x3 will represent the country in the world championship in Poland.

KBF ready for 2023-2024 season full of world and local action

Kempes wants FKF to take responsibility for Stars defeat to South Sudan

Owino feels the Kenyan football is in total disarray and needs urgent surgery.

Kempes wants FKF to take responsibility for Stars defeat to South Sudan

KCB disarm Kenya Army in KVF League Encounter

Malkia Striker’s captain Mercy Moim, Juliana Namutira, Esther Mutinda, Belinda Barasa and Lincy Jeruto also started in the first set.

KCB disarm Kenya Army in KVF League Encounter

President Ruto rallies Kenyans to show up for Harambee Stars against South Sudan at 4pm

Kenya hosts South Sudan at Kasarani Stadium.

President Ruto rallies Kenyans to show up for Harambee Stars against South Sudan at 4pm

How KCB has cemented its supremacy in sevens rugby

The bankers join Impala and Mwamba as the only clubs to win four nations 7s titles.

How KCB has cemented its supremacy in sevens rugby

Harambee Stars hunt another win against South Sudan from 4pm

Firat emphasized the importance of consistency and the need to continue building a strong team identity.

Harambee Stars hunt another win against South Sudan from 4pm

Firat urges Kenya to build on Qatar performance

Kenya will play South Sudan on Tuesday.

Firat urges Kenya to build on Qatar performance

KCB win the National Sevens Circuit title

Kabras Sugar finished second after a fifth-place finish at Kabeberi tournament.

KCB win the National Sevens Circuit title

Wafalme Stars count positives after Afcon exit

Mogeni believes the future is still bright for the national men's volleyball team.

Wafalme Stars count positives after Afcon exit

It's Kabras Sugar or KCB for the National Sevens Circuit title

KCB and Kabras Sugar are separated by a point ahead of Kabeberi Sevens.

It's Kabras Sugar or KCB for the National Sevens Circuit title

Are Harambee Stars finally back on track?

Olunga calls on Kenyans to turn up large numbers against South Sudan.

Are Harambee Stars finally back on track?

France stuns New Zealand's All Blacks in Rugby World Cup opener

Full back Thomas Ramos kicked 17 points to inspire France to a 27-13 win over New Zealand.

France stuns New Zealand's All Blacks in Rugby World Cup opener

Perfect Greens at Nyanza Golf Club propel Lejirma's Nyanza Open Hippo Pot bid

Nyanza captain Odongo thanks sponsors for supporting the Kenya Amateur Golf Championships Series.

Perfect Greens at Nyanza Golf Club propel Lejirma's Nyanza Open Hippo Pot bid

Kabras Sugar, KCB inch closer to National Sevens Circuit title

The bankers are through to Kabeberi 7s quarters and must finish above Kabras Sugar to win the title,

Kabras Sugar, KCB inch closer to National Sevens Circuit title

Wafalme Stars bow out of Afcon after losing to Egypt

Kenya failed to replicate last year’s feat as they lose 3-0.

Wafalme Stars bow out of Afcon after losing to Egypt

Crunch moment as Kabras and KCB fight for National Sevens Circuit title

KCB and Kabras Sugar are separated by a point ahead of Saturday's Kabeberi Sevens. The 2023 series champions will be crowned this weekend.

Crunch moment as Kabras and KCB fight for National Sevens Circuit title

Wafalme Stars pick first AFCON win in Egypt

Kenya bounced back to hit Ghana 3-2 after losing their two opening matches on Wednesday.

Wafalme Stars pick first AFCON win in Egypt

Kabeberi Sevens: Kabras Sugar renew rivalry with Mwamba as KCB face Oilers test again

KCB face nemesis Menengai Oilers in Group D.

Kabeberi Sevens: Kabras Sugar renew rivalry with Mwamba as KCB face Oilers test again

Harambee Stars face acid test against Qatar in Doha

Stars will be using the match to prepare for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Harambee Stars face acid test against Qatar in Doha

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