The inaugural Kisumu County Karate Association Chairman’s Open Championship showcased rising martial arts talents, with young fighters excelling across various categories at Seme in Kombewa on February 21 and 22.

• Takk Rawinji dominated the children's division, securing numerous top spots.
• Maseno University emerged as the top performer in the novice ranks, leading the overall medal table with 11 medals, including four gold.
• Daniel Odhiambo, a 15-year-old from Takk Rawinji, was a standout performer, winning in the boys' 14-15 years kumite and aspiring to represent Kenya internationally.
• Brian Ochieng of Kisumu YMCA was the most dominant senior competitor, claiming both kata and kumite titles.

The Nyanza Region Youth and Cadet Chess Championship saw over 800 young players compete, with schools like Goldfields Migori, Makini School, and Golden Elites emerging as top performers across various age categories.

• Goldfields Migori secured titles in the Under-8 Open (Liam Davis) and Under-10 Girls (Tiana Allison Orimbo).
• Makini School's Amelia Lulama won the Under-8 Girls crown, while Golden Elites' Patrick Shamia triumphed in the Under-12 Open.
• Tournament organizers praised the growing interest in junior chess and participant discipline, with plans to expand the sport to more schools in the region.