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Talanta City Stadium 66 per cent complete, set for full operation by February 2026

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-11-14 13:29:36

Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports Salim Mvurya has announced that Talanta City Stadium is 66 per cent complete.

Team Kenya arrives in Bangladesh for Women's Kabaddi World Cup

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-11-16 12:07:07

Kenya women's Kabaddi team has landed in Dhaka, Bangladesh, ready to fly the country’s flag high at the 2nd Women’s Kabaddi World Cup, set to take place from November 17–24

Braeburn shines as Nairobi County swimming finals make a big splash

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-11-17 07:59:06

The Nairobi County Swimming Championships came to an end on Sunday Evening at Kasarani, with Brae Burn Swimming Club dominating the medal table in a competitive event

K'Ogalo face Tusker test as SPL returns to action

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-11-21 17:36:00

K’Ogalo sit top of the 18-team standings with 16 points, four points ahead of the brewers, who are seventh on 12 points and have played two matches more.

Kenya's para swimmers dive into Commonwealth dreams at Kasarani trials

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-12-02 17:06:02

‎Kenya’s para swimming team took a major step toward next year’s Commonwealth Games in Australia as national trials were held at the Kasarani Aquatic Centre

Mukuru and Kariobangi communities unite through sports

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-12-04 16:36:51

‎The annual event brought together youth, elders, local leaders, police officers, and government agencies in a day full of sports, dialogue, and community bonding.

Teams eye glory as Abbas Khalif Cup enters decisive stage

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-12-11 10:22:07

The Abbas Khalif Super Cup has entered its decisive phase after weeks of spirited competition involving 40 teams drawn from the five wards of Lang’ata Constituency.

Kenya's young swimmers jet to Angola ready to shine at African Youth Games

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-12-13 07:46:42

Kenya’s young swimmers have left Nairobi for Luanda, Angola, full of hope and hunger for medals ahead of the 4th African Youth Games set for December 13–20, 2025.

Nine-man Kuwinda 1 reach Khalif Cup semis

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-12-13 11:22:20

Kuwinda 1 booked a slot in the semi-finals of the Abbas Khalif Super Cup after beating tournament favourites Basel 2-1 at the Nairobi West Prison Grounds.

Esports Kenya president Lusigi lands global role

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-12-13 14:26:37

Lusigi’s election to the 25‑member board underscores Africa’s rising influence in the global esports landscape.

Original All-Stars lift a record third HMCC title

By Frankline Kipruto   2025-12-31 00:00:00

Original All-Stars FC solidified their status as Harold Mbati Champions Cup (HMCC) legends by clinching their third title, following a dramatic 3–2 victory over Kima United in the 2025 grand finale.

With Standard Group PLC on board, it's now time to rave off

By Frankline Kipruto   2026-01-04 06:00:00

The Standard Group PLC has thrown its weight behind women in motorsport after announcing a sponsorship partnership with Kenya’s all-women Lioness Rally Team for the 2026 calendar.

Indiza makes a solid start at Sunshine Development Tour

By Frankline Kipruto   2026-01-14 19:59:03

A three-way tie for second place on three under par was shared by Nyeri Golf Club’s Mutahi Kibugu, Limuru Country Club’s Taimur Malik, and Uganda’s Willy Deus.

CAF team set to inspect stadiums in Kenya ahead of next year's Afcon

By Frankline Kipruto   2026-01-29 00:00:00

Kenya has taken another important step in preparation for the 2027 Afcon after the government announced plans to invite a high-level Confederation of African Football

Wada impressed with Kenya's progress in fight against doping

By Frankline Kipruto   2026-01-30 00:00:00

Wada Africa Director Swigelaar held a meeting with Sports CS Mvurya in Nairobi on Wednesday.

Government steps up sports infrastructure expansion with new Thika Stadium

By Frankline Kipruto   2026-02-17 15:27:46

The national government has stepped up its push to expand sports infrastructure across the country after breaking ground for a modern 10,000-seater stadium in Thika town