The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) received significant funding as part of the Sh16.6 billion allocation to the sports sector in the 2025-2026 Financial Year Budget. This budget aims to combat doping and improve sports management nationwide.

• ADAK was allocated Sh214 million to fight doping violations, amid concerns over Kenya's status on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) compliance watch list.
• Key figures include athletes facing sanctions, such as Edward Zakayo and Edinah Jebitok.
• The budget also includes Sh2.3 billion for developing a digitization system to enhance sports management.

Kenyan athletes are increasingly facing doping violations, leading to significant concerns about the country's compliance with international standards.

• Kenya is on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) compliance watch list in Category A.
• Notable athlete: Edward Zakayo Pingua, who participated in the men's 10,000m final at the Commonwealth Games.
• The rising number of Anti-Doping Rule Violations is causing anxiety within the athletics community.