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FKF Elections: Incumbents retain seats in Nakuru and Kericho

In Narok, Peter Karima retained his seat as chairman beating his opponent Torome Kuntai.

FKF Elections: Incumbents retain seats in Nakuru and Kericho

Kenya Defence Forces lift National Boxing League title with one leg left

Kenya Defence Forces lift National Boxing League title with one leg left

National Boxing League: Teams ready for the penultimate leg of league

National Boxing League: Teams ready for the penultimate leg of league

Mbilia Bel to headline Pan African festival at Carnivore on Saturday

Mbilia Bel to headline Pan African festival at Carnivore on Saturday

Airbnb owners prioritise security as demand for accommodation surges

The growing demand for Airbnbs in Nakuru City as we approach festivities has seen owners rush to install all security requirements to safeguard the interests and safety of their clients

Airbnb owners prioritise security as demand for accommodation surges

Africa Boxing Championship: Kenyan boxers hit where it matters most

Kenyan boxers finished third behind Morocco and DR Congo in African event.

Africa Boxing Championship: Kenyan boxers hit where it matters most

Kenya win two silver medals at Africa boxing event in DRC Championships

Macharia was beaten by Bouhdid Younes of Morocco on split points decision.

Kenya win two silver medals at Africa boxing event in DRC Championships

Macharia punches his way into Africa Boxing Championships finals

Macharia who was taking part in his first international assignment was a joy to watch.

Macharia punches his way into Africa Boxing Championships finals

Andiego and Mogunde punch their way into Africa Boxing Championships finals

Kenyan boxers Elizabeth Andiego and Boniface Mogunde stormed into the finals of the ongoing Africa Boxing Championships in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.

Andiego and Mogunde punch their way into Africa Boxing Championships finals

Africa Boxing Championships: Missing luggage affects Kenyan boxers' training in DRC

Despite these challenges, Andiego said their eyes are trained on winning medals.

Africa Boxing Championships: Missing luggage affects Kenyan boxers' training in DRC

Austin 'Makamu' Oduor: The loss of a football legend

Gor’s Mandela Cup winning captain died on Tuesday night after a short illness.

Austin 'Makamu' Oduor: The loss of a football legend

Andiego and Mogunde lead Kenyan Hit Squad to Africa Boxing Championships in DRC

All boxers named in the squad have in the past featured in the continental championships save for flyweight Faith Nafuna.

Andiego and Mogunde lead Kenyan Hit Squad to Africa Boxing Championships in DRC

Diani Reef Cup: Dantata inspires Cup of Joe to victory

In the second match of the tournament, Primirosa registered a narrow 3-2 victory over Tusker Malt.

Diani Reef Cup: Dantata inspires Cup of Joe to victory

Why wealthy people in Nakuru are building homes

Most homes are built on expansive farms away from the hustles and bustles of the Central Business District in Ngata, Kiamunyi and Lanet.

Why wealthy people in Nakuru are building homes

KDF close in on league title after garnering 26 points in Embu leg

KDF got it easy after the policemen and former champions Kenya Prisons skipped the event owing to financial difficulties.

KDF close in on league title after garnering 26 points in Embu leg

Kenya Police, Kenya Prisons miss league championships again

Defence Force Boxing Association (DEFABA) chairman Paul Mung’ori said the title is theirs to lose.

Kenya Police, Kenya Prisons miss league championships again

Kempes defends decision to file case at arbitration court

Owino said things must be streamlined to save Kenyan football from corrupt individuals.

Kempes defends decision to file case at arbitration court

KCB switch focus to Kenya Cup

The bankers are preparing to play two friendly matches against Kenyatta University’s Blak Blad and Mombasa Pirates.

By 2 months ago

KCB switch focus to Kenya Cup

Jadini and Andre show their class at Kenya international tournament

Turkish Airlines secured a 7-3 win over SBM Bank over the weekend.

By 2 months ago

Jadini and Andre show their class at Kenya international tournament

Kenya Harlequin crowned Nations Sevens Circuit champions

Kabras finish in second place after falling at the semi-final stage at Prinsloo Sevens.

By 2 months ago

Kenya Harlequin crowned Nations Sevens Circuit champions

Kenya Harlequin going for nothing short of Prinsloo title

Quins are the current National Sevens Circuit leaders.

By 2 months ago

Kenya Harlequin going for nothing short of Prinsloo title

Menengai Oilers coach Weru fired up for Prinsloo Sevens

Kenya Harlequin are in Group A with Menengai Oilers, Zetech University and Mombasa RFC.

By 2 months ago

Menengai Oilers coach Weru fired up for Prinsloo Sevens

Ochieng advises Athletics Kenya on producing more sprinters

Ochieng’ said there’s need for current AK leaders to produce more of sprinters like Commonwealth 100m champion Omanyala.

By 2 months ago

Ochieng advises Athletics Kenya on producing more sprinters

KECOSA Games: Posta, MOTIHUD battle for athletics title

MOTIHUD’s duo of Zackins Sonoero and Geoffrey Walea won the men’s 5000m in a competition of teammates.

By 2 months ago

KECOSA Games: Posta, MOTIHUD battle for athletics title

KECOSO Games: Posta, Talanta to renew rivalry in football finals

In netball, PCK won the title with six points in the four-team round robin series ahead of MORT.

By 2 months ago

KECOSO Games: Posta, Talanta to renew rivalry in football finals

KECOSO Games: Kabarak draw against PCK to secure semis slot

In ladies’ volleyball, CA recorded a straight sets win over MORT in a one sided match.

By 2 months ago

KECOSO Games: Kabarak draw against PCK to secure semis slot

KECOSO Games: Postal Corporation of Kenya romp into football finals

PSK hammered Ministry of Roads and Transport (MORT) 5-1 in a one-sided semi-final match.

By 2 months ago

KECOSO Games: Postal Corporation of Kenya romp into football finals

Perfect chance for Okwiri to achieve his dreams

The Africa middleweight champion wants to win a world title before retiring.

By 2 months ago

Perfect chance for Okwiri to achieve his dreams

Will Nakuru get back to its glory days in football?

Nakuru County used to be home of many Premier League clubs that have since gone under.

By 2 months ago

Will Nakuru get back to its glory days in football?

Raphael Ndungire rules Nakuru tourney

James Ndegwa and John Dantier with a total of 43 and 41 stable ford points were Division Two winners and runners up respectively.

By 2 months ago

Raphael Ndungire rules Nakuru tourney

KDF still top in National Boxing League

Police captain Boniface Mogunde said they’ll catch up with the soldiers in the chase for the league title.

By 3 months ago

KDF still top in National Boxing League

Haraka Sio Baraka fall against Eva

It was bad day in office for diminutive international striker Amani Nzomo.

By 3 months ago

Haraka Sio Baraka fall against Eva

Amiran close in on Millar Mug Championships

And in their last round robin match ahead of the finals this morning, Amiran defeated White Cap Crisp 6-2.5.

By 3 months ago

Amiran close in on Millar Mug Championships

Okwiri to face Lukyamuzi in WBA title bout

Okwiri said he was ready for any opponent.

By 3 months ago

Okwiri to face Lukyamuzi in WBA title bout

SCHOOLS: St Joseph's Girls crowned Rift Valley rugby 7s champions

St Joseph saw off JM Kariuki of Nakuru 33-5.

By 4 months ago

SCHOOLS: St Joseph's Girls crowned Rift Valley rugby 7s champions

Former national volleyball champions Cheptil clinch Rift Valley title

Kesogon snatched the girls’ volleyball title after overcoming Kosirai from Nandi with straight sets of 25-18, 25-15, and 25-21.

By 4 months ago

Former national volleyball champions Cheptil clinch Rift Valley title

SCHOOLS: St Joseph's qualify for Rift valley quarters

In rugby 7s, Chebisaas of Uasin Gishu walloped Nakuru County champions Jomo Kenyatta 12-5

By 4 months ago

SCHOOLS: St Joseph's qualify for Rift valley quarters

SCHOOLS: Rift Valley schools games set to kick off amidst high expectations

A number of new entrants have excited the crowd.

By 4 months ago

SCHOOLS: Rift Valley schools games set to kick off amidst high expectations

Nzomo voted MVP in Horseman's Cup tournament

Veuve Cliquot secured a narrow 5.5-5 win over Hennessy to win the Welby Cup.

By 4 months ago

Nzomo voted MVP in Horseman's Cup tournament

SCHOOLS: Kabianga, Jomo Kenyatta teams bag regional finals slots

Jomo Kenyatta also won the boys’ football title after seeing off Kirobon 1-0.

By 4 months ago

SCHOOLS: Kabianga, Jomo Kenyatta teams bag regional finals slots

Achieng to set defend her Commonwealth title against Sibanda

Achieng has been training for the past three months in readiness for this fight.

By 4 months ago

Achieng to set defend her Commonwealth title against Sibanda

WBF champion Okwiri set to fight for WBA title

Okwiri is set to face a Canadian boxer in a World Boxing Association (WBA) super middleweight title fight in Port Louis.

By 4 months ago

WBF champion Okwiri set to fight for WBA title

Why ponies are key in winning and losing matches

A faster pony allows the rider to reach the ball earlier than opponents.

By 4 months ago

Why ponies are key in winning and losing matches

Kenya reigns supreme over Zimbabwe in Gilgil

Last year, Kenya lost 6-5 to Zimbabwe in a 15-Goal-international match at Thorn Park Polo Club in Harare.

By 4 months ago

Kenya reigns supreme over Zimbabwe in Gilgil

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