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Former champions return for Sirikwa Classic cross country

The debate on who will win between Faith Kipyegon and Agnes Ngetich will be settled tomorrow. Winner of the inaugural edition Samwel Chebolei will be seeking to recapture the title.

Former champions return for Sirikwa Classic cross country

Stellar cast entered for Sirikwa Classic Cross Country Tour

Stellar cast entered for Sirikwa Classic Cross Country Tour

What record-breaking moments in recent days mean for Kenyan athletics

What record-breaking moments in recent days mean for Kenyan athletics

Kiplimo bags new world in Barcelona race

Kiplimo bags new world in Barcelona race

Farmers incur losses as mango buyers avoid restive Kerio Valley

Farmers are counting huge losses as middlemen flee several areas of the banditry-prone region while the available ones are buying lesser and lesser quantities of mangoes.

Farmers incur losses as mango buyers avoid restive Kerio Valley

Meet Mutei grannies, kicking out age-related conditions through football

The superstars are players of Kenya Grannies Mutei FC established last year.

Meet Mutei grannies, kicking out age-related conditions through football

Ngetich to lead stellar cast at the 2025 Sirikwa Classic Cross Country

The fourth edition will be the last cross country event this season.

Ngetich to lead stellar cast at the 2025 Sirikwa Classic Cross Country

Chepngetich eyes another talking point at Lisbon 21km race

The marathon record holder will be highlighting the 2025 Lisbon Half Marathon on March 9.

Chepngetich eyes another talking point at Lisbon 21km race

Hits and misses at national cross country in Eldoret

The event produced stars to watch when the track and road seasons begin.

Hits and misses at national cross country in Eldoret

Brilliant Jepkorir, Ebenyo crowned 2025 National Cross Country champions

Winner of the senior women’s race was returning from maternity leave.

Brilliant Jepkorir, Ebenyo crowned 2025 National Cross Country champions

Fireworks as Eldoret hosts National Cross Country

More than 500 athletes expected to participate in today's event at Eldoret Sports Club.

Fireworks as Eldoret hosts National Cross Country

Rising stars eye glory at national cross country at Eldoret club

John Lomoni, Asbel Kiprono and Festus Kimorwa are among athletes hoping to write history.

Rising stars eye glory at national cross country at Eldoret club

Olympians, world stars to battle for honors in national cross country

Athletes who were among the top six at regional cross country events are expected to compete.

Olympians, world stars to battle for honors in national cross country

Chaos as Kiplagat, Sudi clash at fundraiser

A fundraising drive to assist victims of a fire in Uasin Gishu, descended into a heated exchange between Soy MP David Kiplagat and Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi.

Chaos as Kiplagat, Sudi clash at fundraiser

Slow but sure, new faces keep Kenya's athletics prowess alive

The new faces are following in the footsteps of winning streak masters.

Slow but sure, new faces keep Kenya's athletics prowess alive

Jepkosgei eyes glory at Ras Al Khaimah half marathon

In the last decade, Kenyan long distance greats, Mary Keitany and Peres Jepchirchir have shattered records in Ras Al Khaimah.

Jepkosgei eyes glory at Ras Al Khaimah half marathon

Why the atmosphere is different when Eldoret hosts national cross country show

The stage has been set for the eagerly awaited event slated for Feb 8.

Why the atmosphere is different when Eldoret hosts national cross country show

Matata makes major announcement as he wins RAK half marathon

With his triumph at the 2025 RAK Half Marathon, Matata joins in the long list of stars to watch in road racing.

Matata makes major announcement as he wins RAK half marathon

Rules of the game set as Eldoret lays ground for cross country show

Fireworks are expected as top stars converge in the City of Champions on February 8.

Rules of the game set as Eldoret lays ground for cross country show

Discovery Kenya Cross Country hopes to produce more stars on Sunday

World Road Running half marathon bronze medallist Catherine Reline expected to defend her title.

Discovery Kenya Cross Country hopes to produce more stars on Sunday

More Kenyan athletes continue to win the hearts of US Universities

Athletes such as World Under-20 3,000m steeplechase silver medallist are the latest signings.

More Kenyan athletes continue to win the hearts of US Universities

Will Kipchoge impress again at London Marathon?

The legend left athletics enthusiasts guessing after not finishing at the Paris Olympics.

Will Kipchoge impress again at London Marathon?

Why Boston Marathon will be special for Obiri and Chebet

Obiri is seeking to be the first athlete to win a third consecutive title in a row after Fatuma Roba in 1999.

Why Boston Marathon will be special for Obiri and Chebet

Sweet memories as national cross country returns to Eldoret city

Surprises and thrillers summed up the 2019 edition staged at the City of Champions.

Sweet memories as national cross country returns to Eldoret city

President Ruto remains silent on mega projects in his hometown

A massive Gen Z Anti-Finance Bill protests shook the President’s home town, Eldoret, on June 20, 2024 and the President was seen as losing grip of his turf.

President Ruto remains silent on mega projects in his hometown

Ghosts of stalling stadiums continue to haunt athletes

From Kamariny to Wote, incomplete stadiums are stalling and dashing hopes of better facilities.

Ghosts of stalling stadiums continue to haunt athletes

Kipkenyo MCA throws party after scoring D- in 2024 KCSE

Kipkenyo MCA David Leting threw a party to celebrate what he termed as “no mean feat” of attaining D- as a private candidate in Turbo sub-county.

Kipkenyo MCA throws party after scoring D- in 2024 KCSE

Don't 'place' me in coffins, Ruto warns youth

Of concern to Ruto during the tour is the manipulation of his image and that of other leaders and placing them in coffins.

Don't 'place' me in coffins, Ruto warns youth

Ruto allies hit out at Gachagua, campaign for 2027 elections

MPs close to President William Ruto have trained their guns on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

Ruto allies hit out at Gachagua, campaign for 2027 elections

Horror as ten killed in road accident, all minors survive

Ten people perished in a horrific road accident in Soy, along the Eldoret-Kitale highway, Friday.

Horror as ten killed in road accident, all minors survive

Nine people dead, five injured in a tragic road accident in Soy, Uasin Gishu

Nine people dead, five injured in a tragic road accident in Soy, Uasin Gishu. County police commander Benjamin Mwanthi has said.

Nine people dead, five injured in a tragic road accident in Soy, Uasin Gishu

Death toll raises to 10, four injured after lorry rammed in a matatu in Soy,Uasin Gishu

Nine people have been confirmed dead after a lorry rammed a matatu in Soy along the Eldoret-Kitale highway on Friday.

Death toll raises to 10, four injured after lorry rammed in a matatu in Soy,Uasin Gishu

Three killed, scores injured in Kerio Valley land dispute

Three men were on Thursday shot dead in a fierce battle over a disputed land in the Kerio Valley, a region also ravaged by banditry.

Three killed, scores injured in Kerio Valley land dispute

Thrilling action in 2025 that will leave fans yearning for more

Kenyan stars will be taking part in several events in 2025.

Thrilling action in 2025 that will leave fans yearning for more

Year Ender: Meet the athletics stars who brought joy in 2024

Kenyan athletes destroyed strong fields to emerge victorious in tough contests.

Year Ender: Meet the athletics stars who brought joy in 2024

Sudi doctorate: Questionable Christian university and controversial politicians

Northwestern Church University, which awarded Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi an honorary doctorate degree on Saturday has been in the spotlight.

Sudi doctorate: Questionable Christian university and controversial politicians

Ruto: Why I have no apologies for donating millions to the Church

President William Ruto maintains he has no apologies to make for donating cash to churches.

Ruto: Why I have no apologies for donating millions to the Church

Sunday school teacher to powerful CS: Is Murkomen the new Mr Fix It?

Interior Cabinet position has since independence been reserved for every administration’s Mr Fix It.

Sunday school teacher to powerful CS: Is Murkomen the new Mr Fix It?

From herder to scholar: Wonder as farmhand earns second PhD

Daniel Ing’ollan Nawose graduated with his second Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree from Moi University, becoming the first scholar from Turkana County to achieve such a distinction in academia.

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From herder to scholar: Wonder as farmhand earns second PhD

Sudi awarded honorary doctorate degree

Controversial Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has been awarded an honorary doctorate degree by a United States-based university with satellite campuses in Kenya.

Sudi awarded honorary doctorate degree

Young talents take big their dreams to free holiday camps in Eldoret

Holiday training regimes, which started in the 1970s have produced a number of world beaters in athletics.

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Young talents take big their dreams to free holiday camps in Eldoret

Moi University holds graduation after a turbulent year

Moi University held its 46th graduation ceremony Thursday after a tumultuous period this year, which almost caused the collapse of the institution.

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Moi University holds graduation after a turbulent year

Police caught slaughtering missing bull at Kaptagat Police Station

Two police officers have been arrested and 30 others immediately transferred after a bull that went missing was found being slaughtered in their station.

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Police caught slaughtering missing bull at Kaptagat Police Station

Equity and KCB crowned Eldoret volleyball tournament champs

More than 100 teams competed in the three-day Kipchumba Karori Eldoret International Tournament.

By 2 months ago

Equity and KCB crowned Eldoret volleyball tournament champs

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