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Crowd trouble at Gusii Stadium as Gor Mahia beat rivals Shabana

Fans injured ahead of kick-off as Gor Mahia keep pressure on league leaders Police. Many questions were raised over the security situation of the match.

Crowd trouble at Gusii Stadium as Gor Mahia beat rivals Shabana

Rising Stars target crucial win over Tunisia in AFCON U-20 clash

Rising Stars target crucial win over Tunisia in AFCON U-20 clash

AFCON U20: Rising Stars seek redemption against Tunisia

AFCON U20: Rising Stars seek redemption against Tunisia

Lionesses aim to complete Seven Series spot hunt in Los Angeles

Lionesses aim to complete Seven Series spot hunt in Los Angeles

Why Kenya Sevens and Shujaa will not play in World Rugby Sevens Series

Fans across the world will not wear their favourite red, green and white jerseys to support Shujaa after a new format released by World Rugby locks out Kenya Sevens

Why Kenya Sevens and Shujaa will not play in World Rugby Sevens Series

Why Rising Stars Afcon fate hangs in the balance

Rising Stars have their work cut out for them at the ongoing CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt after losing their opening match to Morocco 3-2 on their debut.

Why Rising Stars Afcon fate hangs in the balance

Will Shabana pressure rattle title hopefuls Gor, Tusker and Police?

Shabana fans can dare dream. The question remains, what if?

Will Shabana pressure rattle title hopefuls Gor, Tusker and Police?

Kenya's Rising Stars keen to show they are not underdogs at Afcon

Little is said about Kenya, the Rising Stars who are equally talented and have the chance to go toe to toe with the heavyweights.

Kenya's Rising Stars keen to show they are not underdogs at Afcon

Why Shabana could rattle title hopefuls Police, Tusker and Gor

Glamour Boys are six points off leaders Police after five wins in seven matches. Police lead log with 52 points, a point behind Tusker and two ahead of Gor.

Why Shabana could rattle title hopefuls Police, Tusker and Gor

Magero smiles to victory as Nyanza Club honours Onditi in April Mug

The tournament celebrates golfers born in April, among them was Onditi who after planning for the tournament passing away before she could achieve her dream of making the day a success.

Magero smiles to victory as Nyanza Club honours Onditi in April Mug

Kenya Police leapfrog Tusker at the summit

The bankers had the perfect start to the match after surging ahead through Patrick Otieno in the eighth minute for a 1-0 lead.

Kenya Police leapfrog Tusker at the summit

Kabras chase four-peat in Enterprise Cup final against Oilers

Kenya rugby powerhouse Kabras Sugar will be keen to continue their dominance when they face off against Menengai Oilers in the Enterprise Cup final to be at the ASK Showground in Nakuru.

Kabras chase four-peat in Enterprise Cup final against Oilers

All set for E-sports football tournament in Kisumu

Kisumu is set to host one of its most anticipated esports events this year — the Makaveli EA football Tournament — scheduled for Saturdayat Quinten Mall.

All set for E-sports football tournament in Kisumu

Kisumu gears up for April Babies Monthly Mug at Nyanza Golf Club

Kisumu is set to come alive this Saturday as Nyanza Golf Club hosts one of its most colorful and spirited events of the year—the April Babies Monthly Mug.

Kisumu gears up for April Babies Monthly Mug at Nyanza Golf Club

Gor Mahia's title charge slowed down by Talanta

Gor Mahia’s charge towards another attempt to retain the FKF Premier League title was slowed down on when relegation-fighting FC Talanta bagged a shocking 1-0 win

Gor Mahia's title charge slowed down by Talanta

Menengai Oilers ready to tame Kabras in Rai Derby final

Menengai Oilers head coach Gibson Weru is optimistic his side will give it everything when they face arch-rivals Kabras Sugar RFC

Menengai Oilers ready to tame Kabras in Rai Derby final

Maluki, Mutuku up in arms as rival camps seek to replace Tergat at NOC-K

It’s all systems go as the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) holds its elections on Thursday in Nairobi.

Maluki, Mutuku up in arms as rival camps seek to replace Tergat at NOC-K

Defending champions Gor Mahia seek to revive title hopes against Talanta

Gor Mahia will be keen to close the gap between them and leaders Tusker to within a point when they face off against relegation-fighting FC Talanta

Defending champions Gor Mahia seek to revive title hopes against Talanta

Defending champions Kabras Sugar chase four-peat against Menengai Oilers

Kenya rugby power house Kabras Sugar will be keen to continue their dominance when they face off against Menengai Oilers in the Enterprise Cup final.

Defending champions Kabras Sugar chase four-peat against Menengai Oilers

Barthes Cup: Kenya Chipu renew their rivalry with Namibia in Zimbabwe

Barthes Cup: Kenya Chipu renew their rivalry with Namibia in Zimbabwe

Barthes Cup: Kenya Chipu renew their rivalry with Namibia in Zimbabwe

FKF-PL: Wounded Leopards seek redemption against Ulinzi Stars

AFC Leopards will be seeking redemption when they face off against Ulinzi Stars in a midweek FKF Premier League match played at Dandora Stadium on Wednesday.

FKF-PL: Wounded Leopards seek redemption against Ulinzi Stars

Barthes Trophy: Kenya Chipu falls to Namibia ahead of Sunday's finale

Kenya Chipu's chances of defending their Barthes Trophy title hang in the balance after they went down 32-22 to Namibia

Barthes Trophy: Kenya Chipu falls to Namibia ahead of Sunday's finale

Youths dare dream as Nyanza's Junior Golf tourney highlights growth

The 2025 Nyanza Junior Golf Tournament marked another step forward in grassroot golf development after more than 100 young golfers

Youths dare dream as Nyanza's Junior Golf tourney highlights growth

Kenya Chipu aim to defend Barthes Trophy after perfect start

Kenya kicked off their Rugby Africa Under-20 Barthés Trophy campaign with a disciplined 29-21 victory over a resilient Tunisia side over the weekend

Kenya Chipu aim to defend Barthes Trophy after perfect start

Tusker surge ahead of Police and Gor Mahia as title race heats up

Tusker moved to the summit of the FKF Premier League over the weekend after capitalizing on the fall of their closest challengers Kenya Police and Gor Mahia

Tusker surge ahead of Police and Gor Mahia as title race heats up

Sofapaka slow down Gor title charge as Homeboyz drown Bandari

Defending champions Gor Mahia on Saturday failed to move to the top of the FKF Premier League table after being held to a 1-1 draw by Sofapaka at Dandora Stadium.

Sofapaka slow down Gor title charge as Homeboyz drown Bandari

Impressive Mutua crowned Audrey Golf champion

Alfred Mutua produced an outstanding round of golf on Easter Friday to clinch the overall title at the second edition of the Audrey Golf Tournament at the scenic Audrey Golf Resort, Siaya County.

Impressive Mutua crowned Audrey Golf champion

Oyier and Watitwa crowned Rangers eSports champions

Sammy Oyier and 14-year-old Brilliant Watitwa are the 2025 Rangers eSports tournament champions.

Oyier and Watitwa crowned Rangers eSports champions

Omondi leads team to victory at KCB East Africa Golf Tour in Thika

Teams that make it to the finale will not only compete for the top trophy but also the opportunity to win Sh1 million, earmarked for a sustainability project at their home club.

Omondi leads team to victory at KCB East Africa Golf Tour in Thika

Amusala clinches top honors at KenGen golf tournament in Kisumu

Vivian Amusala emerged the overall winner of the KenGen golf tournament played on Saturday at Nyanza Golf Club in Kisumu, after carding an impressive 38 points to top a highly competitive field.

Amusala clinches top honors at KenGen golf tournament in Kisumu

ESports: Naivasha set to host Rangers Esports Biggest tournament this Sunday

Naivasha’s fast-growing eSports scene is set for a major showdown this Sunday as Rangers Gaming Station hosts Ep3 of Rangers Biggest tournament.

ESports: Naivasha set to host Rangers Esports Biggest tournament this Sunday

Kenya Cup: Who will blink first in Rai derby today?

Oilers on revenge mission against formidable Kabras Sugar. Kabras keen to win fourth straight Kenya Cup title at home today.

Kenya Cup: Who will blink first in Rai derby today?

Odongo gears for India's Rugby Premier League

Kenya Sevens Star Patrick Odongo will be heading to India for the Inaugural Rugby Premier League (RPL) scheduled to take place from the 1st to the 15th of June 2025 in Mumbai.

Odongo gears for India's Rugby Premier League

Oilers seek to end Kabras Sugar dominance in Kenya Cup

Menengai Oilers head coach Gibson Weru has issued a rallying call to his charges, insisting that history will count for nothing when they take on defending champions Kabras Sugar on Saturday.

Oilers seek to end Kabras Sugar dominance in Kenya Cup

Over 100 golfers to grace KenGen event

The picturesque Nyanza Golf Club in Kisumu will come alive today as it hosts the much-anticipated KenGen Golf Tournament.

Over 100 golfers to grace KenGen event

Why Menengai Oilers is not afraid of Kabras Sugar ahead of Rai Derby final

Menengai Oilers are walking into Saturday’s clash with defending champions Kabras Sugar with their heads high and hearts full of belief.

Why Menengai Oilers is not afraid of Kabras Sugar ahead of Rai Derby final

Newbies Ng'iya Girls and defending champions Tigoi dominate nationals

Debutants Ng’iya Girls High School came from a goal down to stun Mpesa Academy 2-1 to kick off their Brookside KSSSA National Term One debut on the front foot.

Newbies Ng'iya Girls and defending champions Tigoi dominate nationals

East Africa champs St Joseph Girls and St Anthony's Kitale eye semis

East Africa champions St Joseph Girls Kitale will be keen to secure a place in the semifinals of the ongoing 2025 KSSSA National Term One games at Shanzu TTC.

East Africa champs St Joseph Girls and St Anthony's Kitale eye semis

Ng'iya Girls aim to slay more giants at national games

Ng’iya Girls is a renowned academic giant not only in Siaya but in the Nyanza region and nationally.

Ng'iya Girls aim to slay more giants at national games

So close yet so far for brave Shujaa in Singapore 7s

Despite taking a narrow 7-0 halftime lead, Shujaa were no match for the clinical Fijians who blitzed past the Kenyan defence in the final half to win 21-12 after touching down three tries.

So close yet so far for brave Shujaa in Singapore 7s

Homeboyz skin AFC Leopards, Mathare edge Rangers

The Slum Boys have blown hot and cold this season, but one defeat in their last seven matches has lifted the team to almost the safety zone after three wins and three draws.

Homeboyz skin AFC Leopards, Mathare edge Rangers

St Joseph's Girls Kitale seek to reclaim handball title in Mombasa

Two years ago, St Joseph's Girls Kitale announced themselves as the queens of handball during the Brookside KSSSA national Term One games.

St Joseph's Girls Kitale seek to reclaim handball title in Mombasa

Shujaa's date with destiny after stunning Ireland, France

Kenya stunned world champions France 10-7 and Ireland 17-7 to get to the semis.

Shujaa's date with destiny after stunning Ireland, France

Shujaa facing relegation play-offs ahead of Singapore 7

After a red carpet entrance back to the World Rugby Sevens Series, Kenya Sevens face an almost immediate setback of being relegated back to the Challenger Series.

Shujaa facing relegation play-offs ahead of Singapore 7

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