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Saints Yala and Kitale pray for handball victory in Kisumu
Newbies St Mary’s School Yala will be praying to clinch the vacant handball national throne when the Brookside Secondary Schools national Term One games kick off
By Washington Onyango 2 days ago
Saints Yala and Kitale pray for handball victory in Kisumu
FIFA Series: Harambee Stars thrash Grenada 3-0 to win bronze
Harambee Stars secured their first-ever win in the FIFA Series after beating Grenada 3-0 to claim third place in a match played on Monday at the Stade Amahoro in Kigali, Rwanda.
By Washington Onyango 5 days ago
FIFA Series: Harambee Stars thrash Grenada 3-0 to win bronze
Shujaa win silver at Sao Paulo Sevens to qualify for World Championship
The national men’s rugby sevens outfit booked their spot in the season finale championship Division 1 promotion and relegation playoffs after winning silver at the Sao Paulo Sevens
By Washington Onyango 6 days ago
Shujaa win silver at Sao Paulo Sevens to qualify for World Championship
St Mary's Yala ready to dance to national glory
St Mary’s School Yala is back in the national rugby spotlight, aiming for a second KSSSA Term One Games title after eight years.
By Washington Onyango 6 days ago
St Mary's Yala ready to dance to national glory
FIFA Series: Harambee Stars seek redemption against Grenada
Harambee Stars will be aiming to end their FIFA Series campaign on a high when they take on Grenada national football team in the third-place playoff at Amahoro Stadium.
By Washington Onyango 6 days ago
FIFA Series: Harambee Stars seek redemption against Grenada
Shujaa and Lionesses eye crucial playoff push in Sao Paulo
Shujaa and Kenya Lionesses will on Saturday face a defining weekend as the HSBC SVNS 2 series heads to its final leg in São Paulo, Brazil, with both sides chasing playoff places.
By Washington Onyango 8 days ago
Shujaa and Lionesses eye crucial playoff push in Sao Paulo
Shujaa hammer Germany to kick off Sao Paulo 7s with big win
The win was important for Shujaa, who were looking to bounce back after losing to the same opponents last weekend.
By Washington Onyango 8 days ago
Shujaa hammer Germany to kick off Sao Paulo 7s with big win
Harambee Stars pull together ahead of their match with Estonia
The national football team will face Estonia today at 7 pm.
By Washington Onyango 9 days ago
Harambee Stars pull together ahead of their match with Estonia
Shujaa keep playoffs dream alive
Kenya's women's rugby team Lionesses finish bottom in Uruguay. Kenya Sevens are third in Division 2 standings ahead of Sao Paulo finale.
By Washington Onyango 12 days ago
Shujaa keep playoffs dream alive
Leopards in high spirits after having a taste of cold Tusker
Beja strikes late as Leopards edge Tusker 1-0. Ulinzi stun Naibois to move out of bottom three.
By Washington Onyango 13 days ago
Leopards in high spirits after having a taste of cold Tusker
Schools: Manyatta, Maseno and Ng'iya Girls dominate Nyanza finals
Defending champions Manyatta Secondary, Maseno School and Ng’iya Girls stamped their authority at the ongoing Nyanza Region Term One games
By Washington Onyango 17 days ago
Schools: Manyatta, Maseno and Ng'iya Girls dominate Nyanza finals
Schools: St Mary's Yala rules handball, basketball and rugby at Nyanza games
Heavyweights St Mary’s School Yala were on top form after dominating their respective disciplines at the ongoing Nyanza Region Secondary School Term One games being held at Maseno.
By Washington Onyango 17 days ago
Schools: St Mary's Yala rules handball, basketball and rugby at Nyanza games
Heavyweights Kisumu Day, Yala, and Nyakach Girls eye victories
Kisumu Day, St Mary’s Yala and Nyakach Girls will be seeking to assert their dominance in hockey, rugby and basketball.
By Washington Onyango 18 days ago
Heavyweights Kisumu Day, Yala, and Nyakach Girls eye victories
Nyanza Region games promise fierce battles
Intense battles are expected when the Nyanza Region Secondary Schools Term One begin on Wednesday at Maseno School, with draws placing traditional giants against each other.
By Washington Onyango 19 days ago
Nyanza Region games promise fierce battles
Mathare United cage AFC Leopards as Sofapaka woes worsen
Mathare United came from a goal down to thrash title hopefuls AFC Leopards 4-1 in an entertaining Sportpesa Premier League match played at Nyayo Stadium yesterday
By Washington Onyango 21 days ago
Mathare United cage AFC Leopards as Sofapaka woes worsen
Kisumu and MMUST axed as Kabras top
Kisumu and Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology have been relegated from the Kenya Cup.
By Washington Onyango 21 days ago
Kisumu and MMUST axed as Kabras top
Leopards aim to close gap on leaders Gor Mahia
AFC Leopards will aim to narrow the gap on SportPesa Premier League leaders Gor Mahia when they face Mathare United at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday.
By Washington Onyango 22 days ago
Leopards aim to close gap on leaders Gor Mahia
Ayimba and Tanga return as Shujaa name squad for Montevideo 7s
Kenya will be seeking to finish among the top four teams with eyes set on the promotion and relegation championships dubbed SVNS World Championship playoffs.
By Washington Onyango 23 days ago
Ayimba and Tanga return as Shujaa name squad for Montevideo 7s
Thank you and goodbye, coach Firat
Kenyans across the football community are mourning former Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat as a passionate but controversial figure who led the national team during a difficult period.
By Washington Onyango 26 days ago
Thank you and goodbye, coach Firat
Kisumu Youngsters promoted after 10 years of sweat and sacrifice
After a decade of perseverance, unpaid play and near misses, Kisumu Youngsters Hockey Club have finally earned promotion, capping ten years of sacrifice and determination.
By Washington Onyango 28 days ago
Kisumu Youngsters promoted after 10 years of sweat and sacrifice
Posta Rangers slow down Gor Mahia's title charge
Gor Mahia’s title charge was slowed down yesterday after Posta Rangers held the record Kenyan champions to a 1-1 draw in a midweek Sportpesa Premier League match
By Washington Onyango 30 days ago
Posta Rangers slow down Gor Mahia's title charge
Chess: Young stars and masters to clash at Kisumu Open Grand Prix
The lakeside city of Kisumu will this weekend host top chess talent when the Kisumu Open Grand Prix second edition takes place on March 7 and 8 at Jalaram Academy.
By Washington Onyango 30 days ago
Chess: Young stars and masters to clash at Kisumu Open Grand Prix
Nyanza Golf Club ready for International Women's Day tourney
Nyanza Golf Club in Kisumu is set to host a special golf tournament this weekend as part of activities to mark the 2026 International Women’s Day celebrations.
By Washington Onyango 30 days ago
Nyanza Golf Club ready for International Women's Day tourney
2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations postponed
The competition had initially been scheduled to take place from 17 March to 3 April 2026.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations postponed
School Games: St Mary's Yala and Ng'iya Girls rule basketball in Siaya
St Mary’s School Yala and Ng’iya Girls High School were on a class of their own after dominating the 2026 Siaya County Secondary School Term One games
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
School Games: St Mary's Yala and Ng'iya Girls rule basketball in Siaya
Kakamega ready to reclaim rugby crown as newbies eye titles in Bungoma games
Former rugby 15s champions Kakamega High will be keen to remind naysayers that indeed rugby is made at the Barbarians' territory when Kakamega County Term One games kick off
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
Kakamega ready to reclaim rugby crown as newbies eye titles in Bungoma games
Kisumu Day seek redemption in hockey as Maseno School eye coveted rugby crown
Kisumu Day will be hoping to reclaim their lost glory when this year’s Kisumu County Term One begin today at Kisumu Boys, Kisumu Girls and Lions School
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
Kisumu Day seek redemption in hockey as Maseno School eye coveted rugby crown
Anyonyi and Malit shine at motocross season opener
Ethan Anyonyi and Dimitar Krachev-Malit were the stars of the day as the 2026 motocross season burst into life at the Jamhuri MX Grounds in Nairobi. 
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
Anyonyi and Malit shine at motocross season opener
It's only God who'll save Batoto ba Mungu from relegation
Sofapaka and Ulinzi Stars together with APS Bomet are in trouble of facing the chop from the SportPesa Premier League after the trio lost again in Monday’s matches played across the country.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
It's only God who'll save Batoto ba Mungu from relegation
School Games: St Mary's Yala and Ng'iya Girls ready to shine again in Siaya
Defending champions Ng’iya Girls and St Mary’s Yala are the teams to watch as the Siaya County Term One games get underway at Ukwala High School in Ugenya Sub County.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
School Games: St Mary's Yala and Ng'iya Girls ready to shine again in Siaya
Agoro Sare, Ringa Boys upbeat ahead of Homa Bay County games
Defending champions Agoro Sare are confident as the Homa Bay County Term One games draw closer, with the basketball giants keen to protect their crown and return to the regional stage.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
Agoro Sare, Ringa Boys upbeat ahead of Homa Bay County games
School Games: Kisumu Day, Nyabondo eye hockey and rugby titles
Kisumu Day and Nyabondo will be seeking to win the hockey boys and rugby 15s titles, respectively, when the 2026 Kisumu County Term One games kick off tomorrow
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
School Games: Kisumu Day, Nyabondo eye hockey and rugby titles
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Jack of two trades, master of both: From sporting heroes to business champions
Instead of waiting for retirement to figure things out, sportsmen are investing early, building businesses and shaping life beyond medals and trophies.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
Jack of two trades, master of both: From sporting heroes to business champions
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How broken league is derailing Kenya Lionesses' future
Kenya is currently ranked 20th in the World Rugby women's table, with poor planning, players' welfare and lack of sponsors and frustrations clouding the women's side.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
How broken league is derailing Kenya Lionesses' future
All set for Kisumu County special needs primary school games
The upcoming games will feature seven categories: physically impaired, visual impairment, hearing impairment, intellectually challenged, autism, cerebral palsy, and deaf-blind.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
All set for Kisumu County special needs primary school games
Record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia go nine points clear
AFC Leopards face Shabana test on Sunday as both teams seek to cut K’Ogalo lead.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
Record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia go nine points clear
AFC Leopards suffer blow in title race
AFC Leopards push to challenge record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia for this season’s SportPesa Premier League title hit a major setback yesterday after losing 1-0 to KCB at Kasarani Stadium.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
AFC Leopards suffer blow in title race
AFC Leopards stumble in SPL title race
AFC Leopards push to challenge record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia for this season’s SportPesa Premier League title hit a major setback yesterday after losing 1-0 to KCB at Kasarani Stadium.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
AFC Leopards stumble in SPL title race
Frenchman Mette off to winning start as Tusker edge Murang'a Seal 1-0
Frenchman Julien Mette has bagged his first win as a SportPesa Premier League coach after leading former champions Tusker FC to a narrow 1-0 win over Murang’a Seal
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
Frenchman Mette off to winning start as Tusker edge Murang'a Seal 1-0
Premier League race for glory and survival gathers great pace
The SportPesa Premier League title race and relegation battle is beginning to take shape with 13 matches left before the end of the 2025-2026 season.
By Washington Onyango 1 month ago
Premier League race for glory and survival gathers great pace
Gachagua draws DCI fury after linking Ruto to Sh500m exhibit
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Ruto vows crackdown on oil cartels
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SGR extension to Malaba a game-changer for Kenya's growth
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