Athletics legends Daniel Komen and Douglas Wakiihuri have urged Kenyan county governments to invest in and properly equip sports facilities to nurture athletic talent, lamenting the current lack of suitable training grounds.

• Komen, a former world 3000m record holder, emphasized that investing in stadiums and scouting talent from primary schools and villages would ensure Kenya remains a top athletic nation.
• Wakiihuri, a retired marathoner, highlighted the inadequacy of existing facilities, citing Kirigiti Stadium in Kiambu as unsuitable for runners due to its tarmac surface.
• The legends made their remarks during the Windsor mini marathon at the Windsor Golf and Country Club in Kiambu County.

Nairobi City Thunder tips off its 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL) Elite 16 East Division qualifiers campaign today against Uganda’s Namuwongo Blazers at the Kasarani Indoor Arena. The team aims to qualify for the prestigious tournament for a second consecutive year and improve on last year's performance.

• Thunder seeks to avenge last year's Nile Conference where they registered only one victory.
• Captain Tylor Ongwae urged fans to come out and support the team, assuring them the team will not disappoint.
• The Bradley Ibs-coached side has bolstered its squad with key signings including Ater Majok, Chase Adams, and Lance Thomas, alongside Kenya Morans stars Derrick Ogechi, Albert Odero, and Ariel Okal.

The Harambee Stars faced African giants Senegal in an international friendly match in Antalya, Turkey, as part of their rebuilding efforts for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. This high-profile game provided a crucial test for the Kenyan team, despite Senegal having already qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

• The friendly match took place at 6 PM at the Mardan Stadium in Antalya, Turkey.
• Midfielder Duke Abuya emphasized the importance of playing top-level opponents like Senegal to build confidence and rhythm.
• The Harambee Stars aim to mold a team capable of competing with the continent's best, with head coach Benni McCarthy leading the initiative.