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Trans Nzoia rules Rift Valley secondary schools games
Laiser defeated a stubborn St Joseph's Boys (JOBO) in boys' basketball. St Brigid's were in a class of their own, calling shots in girls' basketball.
By Ben Ahenda 17 days ago
Trans Nzoia rules Rift Valley secondary schools games
Nairobi pick team for Kenya Open Boxing Championships
Nairobi will field two teams for the Kenya Open Boxing Championships to be hosted in the same city on April 1-4.
By Ben Ahenda 22 days ago
Nairobi pick team for Kenya Open Boxing Championships
That's where it went south for Kenyan drivers at Safari Rally
Local drivers could not master the extensive challenges that ranged from heavy rains, mechanical challenges, time barred, inferior racing machines and lack of substantial sponsorships.
By Ben Ahenda 25 days ago
That's where it went south for Kenyan drivers at Safari Rally
Takamoto describes the Kedong' Two puncture as his worst in WRC Safari Rally
Japanese speedster Takamoto Katsuta has described the twin punctures he sustained on his two front wheels at Kedong' Two as his worst in his WRC Safari Rally career.
By Ben Ahenda 26 days ago
Takamoto describes the Kedong' Two puncture as his worst in WRC Safari Rally
Kindiki says government will continue paying WRC affiliation fees
The government will continue paying affiliation fees for WRC Safari Rally and other related fees owed to Federation of International Automobile (FIA), Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said.
By Ben Ahenda 28 days ago
Kindiki says government will continue paying WRC affiliation fees
It is another time for cars to meet wildlife in pursuit of Safari Rally glory
The wildlife are always forced to run for dear life, and the sound of the rally cars interferes with the peace they have always enjoyed in their habitat.
By Ben Ahenda 27 days ago
It is another time for cars to meet wildlife in pursuit of Safari Rally glory
Japanese speedster Takamoto Katsuta's rise to the top
Takamoto has followed the strict ethics of a true sportsman to maintain high fitness levels and steady mental faculties.
By Ben Ahenda 27 days ago
Japanese speedster Takamoto Katsuta's rise to the top
It's race against time as mechanics put on final touches
Mechanics were racing against time to fix different car components on racing machines before the WRC Safari Rally gets underway this morning in Naivasha.
By Ben Ahenda 29 days ago
It's race against time as mechanics put on final touches
Chana brothers ready for big test against top guns at Safari Rally
Jasmeet will be navigated by his brother Ravinder. They hope that their Ford Fiesta will be able to battle against the other big machines.
By Ben Ahenda 30 days ago
Chana brothers ready for big test against top guns at Safari Rally
Kenyan universities ready to chase international honours
The first event is the cross-country championships set for Italy on March 14-15.
By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago
Kenyan universities ready to chase international honours
Local drivers eager to leave a mark in 2026 WRC Safari Rally
Kenyan drivers are set to make a stronger impact in the 2026 WRC Safari Rally, vowing to improve individual and team performance against international competitors.
By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago
Local drivers eager to leave a mark in 2026 WRC Safari Rally
Afraha hockey queens ready to extend winning streak
As county Secondary School Games begin tomorrow at Nakuru High School, Afraha hockey queens will keen on extending their winning streak.
By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago
Afraha hockey queens ready to extend winning streak
Kenya keen on Safari Rally contract renewal with WRC
As the six year contract of WRC Safari Rally comes to an end this year, Kenyans are hoping the deal will be renewed by the Federation of International Automobile (FIA).
By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago
Kenya keen on Safari Rally contract renewal with WRC
Nairobi on verge of lifting National Intermediate Championships title
Nairobi, who fielded two teams owing to the high number of boxers and teams in the branch, have been in a class of their own in the three-day competition.
By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago
Nairobi on verge of lifting National Intermediate Championships title
Youngsters chasing National Boxing League promotion
For the last three years, quite a number of young boxers have displayed their skills and artistry but missed getting promoted to the National Boxing League.
By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago
Youngsters chasing National Boxing League promotion
Future Boxing Championships offer Kenyan boxers lessons
What it means for Kenyan teams’ participation in the inaugural Future’s Boxing Championships in Thailand.
By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago
Future Boxing Championships offer Kenyan boxers lessons
Stage set for the final Counties Intermediate Championships
As branches get ready for Counties Intermediate Boxing Championships starting tomorrow, they are ready to stop the dominance of Nairobi in the National Championships next week.
By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago
Stage set for the final Counties Intermediate Championships
Counties head for County Intermediate Championships
With the conclusion of the National Novice Boxing Championships, branches are ready for their County Intermediate Championships.
By Ben Ahenda 1 month ago
Counties head for County Intermediate Championships
Kenya's fists of fury
Kenyan professional boxers has little time to rest as they gear up to numerous fights this year.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Kenya's fists of fury
Counties target national boxing event positions
With the conclusion of the Counties Novices Boxing Championships, branches are eager to have their boxers get promoted to the next level after the National Championships.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Counties target national boxing event positions
Nzomo and Ngugi star at Nairobi Club tourney
It was Raphael Nzomo of Tusker Malt and Mbu Ngugi of BMW who emerged as men of the match as their respective teams fought to a 4-4 draw in the 2026 Chairman's Cup title tournament.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Nzomo and Ngugi star at Nairobi Club tourney
Tusker Malt on verge of capturing 2026 Chairman's Cup
Tusker Malt is one step away from capturing the 2026 Chairman’s Cup.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Tusker Malt on verge of capturing 2026 Chairman's Cup
Ambitious Mwirigi sets his sights on Chairman's top prize
Mike Mwirigi hopes to replicate a similar performance at the Chairman’s Cup tomorrow at the Nairobi Polo Club.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Ambitious Mwirigi sets his sights on Chairman's top prize
Selection trials for World Universities Cross County Championships bound team heads to Kitui
The institutions of higher learning are determined to come up with a formidable side that should retain and maintain Kenya’s presence in the middle and long running.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Selection trials for World Universities Cross County Championships bound team heads to Kitui
More branches head for counties Novices bouts to pick teams
Mombasa County Boxing Association Secretary-General Chrispin Onyango said they are ready for the event.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
More branches head for counties Novices bouts to pick teams
Veuve Cliquot win Soldier's Salute ahead of Chairman's Cup action
Veuve Cliquot finally won the Soldier’s Salute Championships as teams prepare for Chairman’s Cup at Nairobi Polo Club Cup this weekend. 
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Veuve Cliquot win Soldier's Salute ahead of Chairman's Cup action
Four counties name boxers for National Novices Championships
Four counties have finished selection trials of their teams for the National Novices Championships to be hosted in Nairobi on February 5-7.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Four counties name boxers for National Novices Championships
Kasarani and Thailand rule Nairobi event
Kasarani Youth and Thailand landed more boxers in the finals on the penultimate day of Nairobi County Novices Championships at Umoja Boxing and Arts Club.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Kasarani and Thailand rule Nairobi event
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From breadbasket to brick and mortar: The death of Nakuru farmlands
Suitable crops in the region included grains, vegetables, and fruits.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
From breadbasket to brick and mortar: The death of Nakuru farmlands
Counties ready for boxing championships
With a rise in the number of boxers who have joined the sport of trading punches, County Boxing Championships have been lined up from this week and next week ahead of the National Championships.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Counties ready for boxing championships
Gem Forest make positive start at Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup
Gem Forest defeated Pure Travel 7.5-3 to make a positive start in this year's edition of Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup at Nairobi Polo Club.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Gem Forest make positive start at Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup
Polo stars battle for honours at Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup
The MVP diadem puts pressure on all players who will take part in the tournament to make good use of their spaces to make them shine in the fight for top honours.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Polo stars battle for honours at Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup
Menengai Oilers bag Nakuru derby bragging rights once again
Menengai Oilers won their fourth Kenya Çup derby against their next-door neighbour Nakuru RFC 43-7 at ASK Nakuru Showground on Saturday.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Menengai Oilers bag Nakuru derby bragging rights once again
Mgamery triumphs at Davis Cup duel
International youngster Amani Nzomo once again did not disappoint in the finals of the Davis Cup at Nairobi Polo Club yesterday.
By Ben Ahenda 2 months ago
Mgamery triumphs at Davis Cup duel
Top ten polo youngsters to watch in 2026
With a sudden rise in the number of young talented riders, the selection of teams for international championships will be more intense this year compared to last season against experienced players.
By Ben Ahenda 3 months ago
Top ten polo youngsters to watch in 2026
Five Kenyans appointed to serve in World English Scrabble Players Association board
The five are Scrabble Kenya president Limo Kipkemboi, Muema Muumbi, Daniel Machanje, Chrispine Kennedy and Powell Cheruiyot.
By Ben Ahenda 3 months ago
Five Kenyans appointed to serve in World English Scrabble Players Association board
Kenya finishes seventh at Africa Youth Games
Youngsters garnered seven gold, 11 silver and 17 bronze medals. South Africa topped with 96 medals at the games that concluded on Friday in Angola.
By Ben Ahenda 3 months ago
Kenya finishes seventh at Africa Youth Games
Daring Munyua out to write another history in UK
Kenya’s top-seeded darter upset Belgian Mike de Decker 3-2. He warns opponents at PDC World Championships to be ready for a tough duel.
By Ben Ahenda 3 months ago
Daring Munyua out to write another history in UK
Sarah 'Angel of War' Achieng' brings good news to Kenyan pro boxers
Achieng’ retained WBF title just the same way former WBC super-bantamweight champion Zarika did.
By Ben Ahenda 3 months ago
Sarah 'Angel of War' Achieng' brings good news to Kenyan pro boxers
Munyua secures historic victory at PDC World Championships
Munyua defeated world number 18 darter Mike de Decker of Belgium 3-2 in a mouthwatering match to cruise into the second round of the most lucrative darts competition globally.
By Ben Ahenda 3 months ago
Munyua secures historic victory at PDC World Championships
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