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Seasoned sprinter Asamba clinches Tujiamini Initiative Nationwide Gold Award

Asamba's immediate focus is on qualifying for the World Athletics Indoor Championships set to take place in China in March 2025.

Seasoned sprinter Asamba clinches Tujiamini Initiative Nationwide Gold Award

Mutahi Kagwe's open letter to Gema nation ahead of Christmas

Mutahi Kagwe's open letter to Gema nation ahead of Christmas

FKF-PL: K'Ogalo cage Kariobangi Sharks to close gap on leaders KCB

FKF-PL: K'Ogalo cage Kariobangi Sharks to close gap on leaders KCB

AFC Leopards roar past Bandari to maintain fine run

AFC Leopards roar past Bandari to maintain fine run

Ogam strikes 13th goal of the season as Tusker see off Posta Rangers

The win saw Tusker maintain pressure on KCB.

Ogam strikes 13th goal of the season as Tusker see off Posta Rangers

KCB thrash Mara Sugar 4-3 in seven-goal thriller in Murang'a

The bankers remain top with 27 points, same as Tusker

KCB thrash Mara Sugar 4-3 in seven-goal thriller in Murang'a

FKF-PL: Mathare United face Shabana test as golden boot race heats up

Bandari eyes top three spot with a clash against AFC Leopards.

FKF-PL: Mathare United face Shabana test as golden boot race heats up

Amateur Golfer Michael Karanga named SJAK player of the month

He has so far won nine titles from 17 competitions this year, clinching the coveted KAGC title and automatic qualification for the Magical Kenya Open.

Amateur Golfer Michael Karanga named SJAK player of the month

Kisumu FC 2025 Esports gaming tournament set to thrill Manyatta slums

Despite the growing interest, Wambua criticized the Esports Federation of Kenya (EFK) for neglecting gamers from regions like Nyanza and Western.

Kisumu FC 2025 Esports gaming tournament set to thrill Manyatta slums

Seasoned srinter Asamba wins Tujiamini Initiative Nationwide gold award

He has represented the country in numerous competitions in the past.

Seasoned srinter Asamba wins Tujiamini Initiative Nationwide gold award

FKF-PL: Shabana stun leaders KCB as Tusker return to winning ways

Sofapaka rally to hold AFC Leopards to a 1-1 draw.

FKF-PL: Shabana stun leaders KCB as Tusker return to winning ways

KCB cancels DCI to retain Karori International Volleyball tournament title

The ladies bagged the title after upsetting DCI sleuths 3-1 in a four-set thrilling cup final.

KCB cancels DCI to retain Karori International Volleyball tournament title

City Walk expands to Kisumu as Lakeside business hub thrives

City Walk’s Operations Manager Lyani highlighted the importance of Kisumu’s growing consumer market.

City Walk expands to Kisumu as Lakeside business hub thrives

SJAK champions health awareness with new wellness initiative

Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK) is the unifying umbrella of all sports journalist in Kenya.

SJAK champions health awareness with new wellness initiative

FKF-PL: Kenya Police gun down Gor Mahia as Mara Sugar bounce back

City Stars drop points against Talanta.

FKF-PL: Kenya Police gun down Gor Mahia as Mara Sugar bounce back

Season-ending FIM Africa CAC Motocross heads to Vipingo

Apollo Mbuki will represent his country at MX1.

Season-ending FIM Africa CAC Motocross heads to Vipingo

Audrey Golf Resort: A new golfing gem emerges in Siaya County

Shah shines as Audrey Golf Resort Pre-launch draws golfing elite.

Audrey Golf Resort: A new golfing gem emerges in Siaya County

Youth declare commitment to protect ecosystems at Kisumu's "Kick for Water" event

CESPAD partners with youth to tackle water scarcity through football.

Youth declare commitment to protect ecosystems at Kisumu's "Kick for Water" event

Kenyan professor earns global recognition for promoting talent in education

Prof. Oborah was recognized by the International Association for Quality Assurance of Pre-Tertiary and Higher Education.

Kenyan professor earns global recognition for promoting talent in education

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia eye redemption, tough tests await leaders

Gor are six points behind leaders KCB but with two games in hand.

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia eye redemption, tough tests await leaders

FKF-PL: Kenya Police fine form continues as Mara Sugar struggle to win matches

City Stars claw back to hold Kariobangi Sharks 2-2.

FKF-PL: Kenya Police fine form continues as Mara Sugar struggle to win matches

FKF-PL: Gor stumble again as AFC Leopards sip cold Tusker in Dandora

Posta Rangers, Homeboyz, Ulinzi Stars and Bandari all pick a point in midweek games.

FKF-PL: Gor stumble again as AFC Leopards sip cold Tusker in Dandora

Shujaa finish seventh at Cape Town Sevens

Kenya Sevens capped off an impressive Cape Town Sevens outing with a seventh-place finish after hammering Great Britain 33-17 in the seventh-place playoffs yesterday.

Shujaa finish seventh at Cape Town Sevens

Manji holds the nerve to win NCBA Central Rift Junior Open

Krish Shah finished second, just one stroke behind Manji.

Manji holds the nerve to win NCBA Central Rift Junior Open

Kenya Cup: KCB edge out Strathmore Leos to maintain perfect start in honor of Jerry Olola

Nondies see off Nakuru 24-8 to extend winning run.

Kenya Cup: KCB edge out Strathmore Leos to maintain perfect start in honor of Jerry Olola

Shujaa to face Argentina in Cape Town Sevens fifth-place semis

Kenya Sevens finished second in Group B behind Spain.

Shujaa to face Argentina in Cape Town Sevens fifth-place semis

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia eye another win as KCB seek to consolidate top spot

Shabana face Talanta in Kisii.

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia eye another win as KCB seek to consolidate top spot

Hope for Muhoroni women after economic boost

Amondi, a staunch advocate for the fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), stressed the importance of protecting women in family settings.

Hope for Muhoroni women after economic boost

Kenya Cup: Sketta ready for debut as Kabras Sugar chase third consecutive win

The defending champs are currently third in the standings with 10 points.

Kenya Cup: Sketta ready for debut as Kabras Sugar chase third consecutive win

KRU Championship: MMUST seek to continue dominance against Mombasa SC

MMUST lead the standings with 15 points after three wins.

KRU Championship: MMUST seek to continue dominance against Mombasa SC

Shujaa stun Australia to inch closer to Cape Town 7s semis

Ooro and Wekesa score as Kenya Sevens come from behind 12-0 to stun Australia 19-12.

Shujaa stun Australia to inch closer to Cape Town 7s semis

Cape Town 7s: Kenya Sevens face Australia and Spain test

Shujaa are currently tenth in the World Rugby Sevens Series standings.

Cape Town 7s: Kenya Sevens face Australia and Spain test

Kenya Cup: Kabras Sugar thrash Kisumu 137-7 to end another year unbeaten

The Sugar Men move top with 15 points after the big win.

Kenya Cup: Kabras Sugar thrash Kisumu 137-7 to end another year unbeaten

Moment of truth: In whose hands is Kenyan football safe?

FKF Electoral Board chairman Hesbon Owila confident of conducting a free and fair election.

Moment of truth: In whose hands is Kenyan football safe?

FKF-PL: AFC Leopards aim to roar back as weekend action beckons

Police FC will host an in-form Mara Sugar side at the Machakos Stadium in the early kickoff at 1 PM.

FKF-PL: AFC Leopards aim to roar back as weekend action beckons

Shujaa lose to Spain as Cape Town 7s semis hangs in balance

Kenya stunned Australia 19-12 before losing 14-7 to Spain.

Shujaa lose to Spain as Cape Town 7s semis hangs in balance

Krrish Vadgama elated with inaugural Kenya Rotax Max Challenge victory

The race was held courtesy of Cungu Motorsports of South Africa and accredited by Rotax Max Challenge.

Krrish Vadgama elated with inaugural Kenya Rotax Max Challenge victory

All set for Genowa 2024 Governor's Cup in Homa Bay County

The Genowa Governor's Cup has also been a platform for community development initiatives.

All set for Genowa 2024 Governor's Cup in Homa Bay County

Why Kenya Sevens must pull up their socks at Cape Town 7s

Kenya Sevens team finished 10th at Dubai Sevens last weekend.

Why Kenya Sevens must pull up their socks at Cape Town 7s

Equity Bank Chess Club defends Kenya Premier League title

Equity concluded the season atop the league standings with 45 points, ahead of Mavens Tacticians with 40 points.

Equity Bank Chess Club defends Kenya Premier League title

Nairobi City Thunder makes history as first Kenyan team to qualify for BAL

Thunder stunned City oilers of Uganda 72-62 in the semis played on Monday night.

Nairobi City Thunder makes history as first Kenyan team to qualify for BAL

Boom! KCB roars to Kenya Cup masterclass

Free-scoring KCB has scored 170 points in two matches after 80-3 and 88-5 win over Kisumu and Pirates.

Boom! KCB roars to Kenya Cup masterclass

How Jiwo Mwanadada is empowering women against GBV in Kiusmu

16 Days of Gender Activism kicked off over the weekend.

How Jiwo Mwanadada is empowering women against GBV in Kiusmu

Dubai 7s: Moment of truth as Shujaa face France, Australia and South Africa

Shujaa aim to return to World Rugby Sevens with a bang.

Dubai 7s: Moment of truth as Shujaa face France, Australia and South Africa

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