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Funding: KPL, FKF, Boxing Association, as well as Rugby Union set to lose Sh600m annually

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AFC Leopards Gilbert Fiamenyo(R) and Harun Shakava of Gor Mahia hang for header during their Sportpesa Premier League match at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday 07/05/17.PHOTO.BONIFACE OKENDO

Huge blow as Sportpesa cancels sports funding

Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards to pull out of continental matches after withdrawal of betting firm.

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