The Kenya Rugby Union has launched a grassroots initiative, Pass It Back, in partnership with ChildFund Rugby and Menzies Aviation, focusing on merging non-contact rugby with life skills training for youth aged 11 to 16 years.

• Over Sh11,634,300 (USD 90,000) in sponsorship will be allocated over two years.
• Thomas Odundo, the Chief Executive Officer of KRU, emphasizes the initiative’s role in personal and community growth.
• The program aims for over 50% female participation and will equip young coaches to guide participants in resilience and teamwork.

Butere Girls High School will renew their football rivalry with Madira Girls in the Western Region Secondary School Term Two games scheduled from July 9 to 12 at St. Peter’s Mumias Boys High School.

• Butere Girls are the current champions and recently won the Kakamega County title against Archbishop Njenga Girls with a score of 2-1.
• Coach Howard Shikanga emphasizes that his team is prepared and focused on reclaiming the regional crown, acknowledging the challenge posed by Madira Girls.
• The tournament's outcome will determine which teams advance to the national finals, intensifying the competition among the eight participating teams.

The KCB Chess Club is leading the charge in the 2024/2025 Kenya Chess Premier League, remaining unbeaten after nine rounds with a total of 25 points.

• The club delivered a commanding 4.5-0.5 victory against Nairobi Chess Academy and a draw of 2.5-2.5 against Equity Bank.
• Head coach Benjamin Magana praised the team's unity and focus, aiming for their ninth title.
• Rising star Elizabeth Cassidy highlighted her growth through competition, emphasizing the team's ambition to excel globally.

The Kenya Sevens star Jone Kubu makes his anticipated return to the national team as the Kenya Simbas are set to compete in the 2027 Rugby World Cup qualifiers in Kampala.

• 28-man squad named for the qualifiers
• Head coach Jerome Paarwater expresses confidence in the team's preparation
• Matches commence on Tuesday against Uganda, with a potential matchup against Zimbabwe or Morocco on July 13th

Nairobi advocate Benard Murunga was sworn in as the new chairperson of the Sports Disputes Tribunal on June 30, 2025, aiming to leave a lasting legacy by ensuring access to justice for sports persons and organizations.

• Murunga is committed to the impartial and independent resolution of sports disputes.
• He succeeds former chairperson John Ohaga and has previously served on the tribunal for two years.
• The tribunal has addressed issues including the governance of the Kenya Rugby Union and anti-doping violations.