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Kenyan rugby's strength rises as businesses tap into international crowds

While action unfolded on the pitch at Nyayo National Stadium, much of the activity beyond the touchline reflected the growing commercial appeal of rugby in Kenya

By Standard Sports 2026-02-17 12:21:25

Kenyan rugby's strength rises as businesses tap into international crowds

Shujaa finish third at Nairobi Sevens after losing to USA

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-15 18:38:25

Kenya Lionesses fall to Spain to end Nairobi Sevens on a low

Kenya Lionesses ended their 2026 Nairobi SVNS Women’s Division two on a low after losing their fourth match of the competition 14-5 to Spain at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-15 18:28:39

Kenya Lionesses fight but fall 5-0 to Argentina

Kenya Lionesses lost their third match at the ongoing 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two tournament after going down to Argentina 5-0 at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday morning.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-15 12:54:10

Kenya Lionesses fight but fall 5-0 to Argentina

Unbeaten Shujaa edge out stubborn Germany on 15-10 golden point

Shujaa began the match on the back foot after Ben Ellermann took advantage of the hosts' defensive lapse to score an unconverted try to hand the Germans a 5-0 lead.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-14 17:51:41

Unbeaten Shujaa edge out stubborn Germany on 15-10 golden point

Kenya Lionesses lose 10-12 to South Africa

Kenya Lionesses lost their second Nairobi HSBC SVNS match after going down 12-10 to African champions South Africa at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday evening.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-14 17:41:02

Kenya Lionesses lose 10-12 to South Africa

Kenya Sevens thrash Belgium 33-0 to maintain Nairobi Sevens dominance

Kenya came into the encounter behind their steady 29-12 win over Canada in their opener, while Belgium were stealing yet to heal from their 40-0 thumping at the hands of the USA.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-14 15:01:17

Kenya Sevens thrash Belgium 33-0 to maintain Nairobi Sevens dominance

Kenya Lionesses pick losing bonus after falling to China

Kenya Lionesses put in a second-half comeback attempt but fell to 15-12 China in their second match of the ongoing 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS being staged at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-14 14:05:28

Kenya Lionesses pick losing bonus after falling to China

Shujaa crush Canada to kick off Nairobi Sevens on the front foot

Shujaa speed star Patrick Odongo scored a brace to lead Kenya to victory, a positive start that head coach Kelvin Wambua needs to be able to steer the East African heavyweight back to Division One.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-14 13:22:33

Shujaa crush Canada to kick off Nairobi Sevens on the front foot

Kenya Lionesses come from behind to stun Brazil in Nairobi Sevens opener

Kenya Lionesses came from 12-0 down to stun Brazil 15-12 as they kicked off their 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two campaign on the front foot in an entertaining match.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-14 11:10:44

Kenya Lionesses come from behind to stun Brazil in Nairobi Sevens opener

HSBC SVNS 2: Tickets sold out, fans urged to plan ahead

Sports PS Elijah Mwangi has cautioned Kenyans not to show up at Nyayo Stadium without valid tickets for the HSBC SVNS 2 rugby tournament this weekend.

By Stafford Ondego 2026-02-11 15:05:21

HSBC SVNS 2: Tickets sold out, fans urged to plan ahead

Kenya's Under-16 rugby stars set to shine at HSBC SVNS 2 Nairobi

The spotlight at this year’s HSBC SVNS 2 Nairobi will not only be on the world’s elite men’s and women’s rugby sevens teams, but also on Kenya’s rising youth talent.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-10 14:17:59

Kenya's Under-16 rugby stars set to shine at HSBC SVNS 2 Nairobi

Boost for Nairobi Sevens as Safaricom pumps Sh10million

Safaricom has committed Sh10 million in support of the upcoming HSBC SVNS2 Rugby Sevens Tournament, scheduled for this weekend at Nyayo National Stadium.

By Washington Onyango 2026-02-10 14:13:56