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HomeDaily NewsThursday, May 14, 2026Kenyans Compete in African Senior Athletics Championships in Ghana - May 2026
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Kenyans Compete in African Senior Athletics Championships in Ghana - May 2026

Kenyan athletes have begun the African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, with strong performances in preliminary rounds and high hopes for medal wins. Kenyan boxer George 'King' Onyango is set to challenge for the East and Central Africa Super Welterweight title against Tanzanian opponent Benjamin Mchunguzi in Nairobi on Friday. AFC Leopards have narrowed the gap on league leaders Gor Mahia to four points after securing a crucial 2-0 victory over Ulinzi Stars in a rescheduled Sportpesa Premier League match. The Motorsports Kenya Federation has officially been registered as the country's legitimate motorsport governing body, marking a new era after prolonged factional disputes.

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Kenyans kick off African athletics meet with promise to bag medals

Kenyans kick off African athletics meet with promise to bag medals

Kenyan athletes have begun the African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, with strong performances in preliminary rounds and high hopes for medal wins.

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Kenyan athletes have begun the African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, with strong performances in preliminary rounds and high hopes for medal wins.

  • World Relays bronze medallist Mercy Chebet qualified for the women's 400m semi-finals, clocking 53.05s.
  • Moses Onyango Wasike secured a narrow victory in his men's 100m heat with a time of 10.63s.
  • Kipkorir Rotich won his 400m hurdles heat in 49.21s, while other Kenyan sprinters also advanced.
  • Botswana was confirmed as the host for the 2028 African Senior Athletics Championships.
Thursday 12:00 AMStandard Sports

Leopards claw gap on leaders Gor Mahia after disarming Ulinzi

Leopards claw gap on leaders Gor Mahia after disarming Ulinzi

AFC Leopards have narrowed the gap on league leaders Gor Mahia to four points after securing a crucial 2-0 victory over Ulinzi Stars in a rescheduled Sportpesa Premier League match.

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AFC Leopards have narrowed the gap on league leaders Gor Mahia to four points after securing a crucial 2-0 victory over Ulinzi Stars in a rescheduled Sportpesa Premier League match.

  • AFC Leopards now sit second with 61 points, trailing leaders Gor Mahia (65 points).
  • Goals from Kelly Madada and Emmanuel Laangu secured the win for AFC Leopards against Ulinzi Stars.
  • The win puts AFC Leopards in a strong position as the league heads into its final three matches.
Thursday 12:00 AMStandard Sports

What registration of new motorsports body means for the sport in the country

What registration of new motorsports body means for the sport in the country

The Motorsports Kenya Federation (MKF) has officially been registered as the country's legitimate motorsport governing body, marking a new era after prolonged factional disputes.

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The Motorsports Kenya Federation (MKF) has officially been registered as the country's legitimate motorsport governing body, marking a new era after prolonged factional disputes.

  • This registration signifies renewed hope for the revival of the sport, particularly the Kenya National Rally Championship (KNRC) series.
  • Key figures leading the MKF, such as Interim Chairman Carl Tundo and Interim General Secretary Eric Bengi, are active drivers, aiming for an athlete-centered approach.
  • The federation plans to hold elections, align with the FIA, and focus on transparent governance and developing young talent.
Thursday 1:18 PMStandard Sports

'King' George set to tussle for Super Welterweight title against Tanzanian Mchunguzi

'King' George set to tussle for Super Welterweight title against Tanzanian Mchunguzi

Kenyan boxer George 'King' Onyango is set to challenge for the East and Central Africa Super Welterweight title against Tanzanian opponent Benjamin Mchunguzi in Nairobi on Friday.

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Kenyan boxer George 'King' Onyango is set to challenge for the East and Central Africa Super Welterweight title against Tanzanian opponent Benjamin Mchunguzi in Nairobi on Friday.

  • The bout is scheduled for 10 rounds as part of the Kalakoda Promotion's 'Nightmare In Nairobi' event.
  • Key figures include former national lightweight champion George 'King' Onyango and his Tanzanian challenger Benjamin Mchunguzi.
  • Onyango expressed extreme confidence, predicting a knockout within the fifth round and highlighting the event's sponsorship by Kalakoda and 1X Bet.
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