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KCB seek to end Police hoodoo as Friday league action resumes
The SportPesa Premier League resumes on Friday after midweek action
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KCB seek to end Police hoodoo as Friday league action resumes
Boost for Shujaa and Lionesses ahead of Los Angeles Olympic Games preps
Kenya’s men’s and women’s rugby sevens teams, Shujaa and the Lionesses, have received a timely lift as they begin their long road to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
By 1 day ago
Boost for Shujaa and Lionesses ahead of Los Angeles Olympic Games preps
Kabras, Kisumu and Homeboyz boost squads ahead of Kenya Cup return
Defending champions Kabras Sugar have moved early to strengthen their squad as the 2025-2026 Kenya Cup season prepares to return after the mid-season break.
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Kabras, Kisumu and Homeboyz boost squads ahead of Kenya Cup return
AFC Leopards beat Nairobi United to move top of league table
AFC Leopards moved top of the SportPesa Premier League table on Wednesday after seeing off Nairobi United 2-0 in a rescheduled midweek match.
By 2 days ago
AFC Leopards beat Nairobi United to move top of league table
Football. AFC Leopards edge Nairobi United to move top of the table
AFC Leopards moved top of the SportPesa Premier League table on Wednesday after seeing off Nairobi United 2-0 in a rescheduled midweek match played at Nyayo National Stadium.
By 3 days ago
Football. AFC Leopards edge Nairobi United to move top of the table
Gor Mahia eye top spot after AFC Leopards slip
Gor Mahia will be seeking to move two points clear at the top of the SportPesa Premier League when they face off against Kariobangi Sharks at Kasarani Stadium from 4pm on Tuesday.
By 4 days ago
Gor Mahia eye top spot after AFC Leopards slip
Why 2026 demands patience for Stars but offers promise for Starlets
For Harambee Stars, it will be a year of waiting, rebuilding, and reflection while for Harambee Starlets, it will be a year of action, hope and renewed belief as they return to the continental stage.
By 7 days ago
Why 2026 demands patience for Stars but offers promise for Starlets
Why 2026 is a big year for sports, home and away
Globally, the biggest event of them all will be the 2026 Fifa World Cup set to run from June 11 to July 19.
By 8 days ago
Why 2026 is a big year for sports, home and away
History as Kisumu hosts first beach football camp
The four-day event organised by Oray Football Academy, held on December 17-20 at Rapogi Primary School in Seme, marked the official introduction of the sport to Western Kenya.
By 14 days ago
History as Kisumu hosts first beach football camp
AFC Leopards fry Bidco Utd to go joint top
Ingwe joined Gor and Tusker at the top tied with 24 points.
By 17 days ago
AFC Leopards fry Bidco Utd to go joint top
Gor and Tusker move joint top as fan trouble rears its ugly head
Naibois and K’Ogalo fans clash in their match at Dandora Stadium.
By 19 days ago
Gor and Tusker move joint top as fan trouble rears its ugly head
Shabana move joint top as Gor Mahia seek redemption against Naibois
K’Ogalo will be keen to stretch their lead at the top. Shabana thrashed KCB 3-1 to go level on 23 points with record champions.
By 20 days ago
Shabana move joint top as Gor Mahia seek redemption against Naibois
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When hope returned and reality hit Harambee Stars in 2025
When hope returned and reality hit Harambee Stars in 2025.From Firat to McCarthy, Kenya made the right steps but a lot still needs to be done.
By 20 days ago
When hope returned and reality hit Harambee Stars in 2025
Gor finally win to return to Premier League summit
K’Ogalo sit two points clear at the top after a 1-0 win over Homeboyz. Naibois bottle Tusker as Shabana held by Mara Sugar in Kisii.
By 24 days ago
Gor finally win to return to Premier League summit
Teams shoot without missing as some fly without perching
Kenya Police and Tusker lead the standings after 13 rounds.
By 26 days ago
Teams shoot without missing as some fly without perching
Patel proves age is just a number after December Mug win in Kisumu
Bhupi Patel showed that age is only a number after producing a strong performance to win the December Mug of the Month at Nyanza Golf Club in Kisumu.
By 25 days ago
Patel proves age is just a number after December Mug win in Kisumu
Thunder coach Ibs named November Coach of the Month
Nairobi City Thunder head coach Bradley Ibs has been named the Betika/SJAK Coach of the Month for November after leading his team to another major milestone
By 25 days ago
Thunder coach Ibs named November Coach of the Month
Kisumu hosts KAS sports camp as students train for the future
Over 400 boys and girls are taking part in the Kenya Academy of Sports (KAS) Annual Sports Camp in Kisumu, as the academy continues its mission to identify talent
By 25 days ago
Kisumu hosts KAS sports camp as students train for the future
Tusker move joint top of Premier League with Kenya police
The brewers saw off Sofapaka 2-0 yesterday.
By 27 days ago
Tusker move joint top of Premier League with Kenya police
Advantage Kenya Police after a day of draws in SportPesa Premier League
Gor drop points as yesterday’s matches register five draws. Police face Mashemeji Derby heroes Ingwe at Kasarani.
By 28 days ago
Advantage Kenya Police after a day of draws in SportPesa Premier League
Kenya Lionesses name 26-player squad for SVNS 2 campaign
Kenya Lionesses have named a 26-player training squad as preparations intensify for the upcoming World Rugby SVNS 2 Women’s Sevens series.
By 28 days ago
Kenya Lionesses name 26-player squad for SVNS 2 campaign
Ugandan sides join Enterprise Cup as Kabras look to extend dominance
The 2025-26 Enterprise Cup kicks off today with a new regional format that will see Kenyan clubs battling Ugandan sides later in the competition
By 28 days ago
Ugandan sides join Enterprise Cup as Kabras look to extend dominance
Advantage Kenya Police after a day of draws in Premier League
Police face Mashemeji Derby heroes Ingwe at Kasarani.
By 28 days ago
Advantage Kenya Police after a day of draws in Premier League
Kabras Sugar chase another historic Enterprise Cup title
Five-time Enterprise Cup champions Kabras Sugar will begin their chase for yet another national title.
By 28 days ago
Kabras Sugar chase another historic Enterprise Cup title
How Mashemeji Derby threw Premier league race wide open
Gor coach Akonnor sorry after derby defeat, calls for quick reaction.
By 1 month ago
How Mashemeji Derby threw Premier league race wide open
Kabras Sugar make light work of rivals
Kabras, Oilers and KCB both tied with 15 points after three rounds
By 1 month ago
Kabras Sugar make light work of rivals
Big wins for KCB, Oilers and Kabras in Kenya Cup
The bankers gave Strathmore University Leos a reality check after handing them a 72-14 beating at KCB Sports Club as Oilers ran over Kisumu 69-0 in Nakuru.
By 1 month ago
Big wins for KCB, Oilers and Kabras in Kenya Cup
Mashemeji Derby: Gor Mahia seek to regain lead
Gor midfielder Morisson plays down pressure ahead of derby.
By 1 month ago
Mashemeji Derby: Gor Mahia seek to regain lead
Champions Kabras Sugar out to extend Kenya Cup sweetness
Impala will be seeking redemption but face tough match against the champions. Title challengers KCB host Strathmore Leos in weekend’s main highlight.
By 1 month ago
Champions Kabras Sugar out to extend Kenya Cup sweetness
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Unpredictable Leopards eye Mashemeji Derby lift
Defending champions Police will face Sharks at Kasarani Annex. Ambani ready to lead Leopards to victory tomorrow.
By 1 month ago
Unpredictable Leopards eye Mashemeji Derby lift
Will history repeat itself ahead of Mashemeji Derby on Sunday?
Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards brace for explosive derby as history hints at goals. Nairobi United seek redemption against Mathare United in today’s fixture.
By 1 month ago
Will history repeat itself ahead of Mashemeji Derby on Sunday?
Nairobi United's dream run turns into tough lessons
Nairobi United who shocked Africa in October by eliminating Tunisian giants Etoile du Sahel to reach the group stage for the first time, are now discovering just how demanding the competition can be.
By 1 month ago
Nairobi United's dream run turns into tough lessons
Ushuhuda and Wekesa crowned junior golf champions in Kisumu
Melody Ushuhuda of Nyanza Golf Club and Lincoln Wekesa of Kenya Air Force shone brightest during the wekend as they topped a field of more than 150 junior golfers
By 1 month ago
Ushuhuda and Wekesa crowned junior golf champions in Kisumu
Strathmore Leos ready to chase down heavyweights
Oilers sit top of Kenya Cup with point-deference of 151.
By 1 month ago
Strathmore Leos ready to chase down heavyweights
Nairobi United seek redemption in CAF Confederation Cup match
United are third in Group B behind leaders Wydad and Maniema. Police and Homeboyz eye top spot in SportPesa Premier League.
By 1 month ago
Nairobi United seek redemption in CAF Confederation Cup match
KCB in race to maintain early momentum in Kenya Cup
Defending champions Kabras have a date with newbies Daystar Falcons. Strathmore Leos coach Ojal targets playoff finish with young squad.
By 1 month ago
KCB in race to maintain early momentum in Kenya Cup
Champs Police, Homeboyz aim for top spot as Gor not in action
Gor, Ingwe will not be in action as Mashemeji Derby moved to December 7. Police and Homeboyz are two points behind leaders Gor Mahia.
By 1 month ago
Champs Police, Homeboyz aim for top spot as Gor not in action
Menengai Oilers fry Impala to pick biggest Kenya Cup victory
Kenya Sevens forward John Okoth and eighth man Samwel Were each scored a hat-trick as Menengai Oilers humiliated Impala 97-6
By 1 month ago
Menengai Oilers fry Impala to pick biggest Kenya Cup victory
Junior stars set for Rumo Junior Golf tournament action in Kisumu on Saturday
The tournament has attracted players from several regions, with clubs such as Kenya Airforce, Eldoret, Kitale, Kakamega, Kisii, Kericho and hosts Nyanza confirming participation.
By 1 month ago
Junior stars set for Rumo Junior Golf tournament action in Kisumu on Saturday
Why 98th Mashemeji Derby has been postponed to December
Thousands of Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards have been dealt a blow after the postponement of the 98th Mashemeji Derby that had been set for this weekend.
By 1 month ago
Why 98th Mashemeji Derby has been postponed to December
Why Venezuela became pawn in Trump's global power play era
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China, Russia sway pushing Trump to alter world order
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Why Kenya's zero-tariff deal with China is up in the air
Business
By Brian Ngugi
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Gachagua shadow looms as UDA holds party polls
Politics
By Ndung’u Gachane
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KCSE results improve as bottom grades decline
Education
By Lewis Nyaundi
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Old guards stamp dominance as new entrants steal the show
Education
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