Kenya is gearing up to host the UFAK Region East Karate Championship 2026 from May 28 to 31 at the Nyayo Gymnasium, bringing together elite karatekas from across the East African region.

• The event will feature competitions for cadet, junior, and senior athletes in individual and team categories.
• Team Kenya, comprising 50 athletes, is aiming for top honors after finishing second in the previous championship in Ethiopia.
• The championship will also host influential figures in African and World Karate, alongside specialized courses to develop officiating and technical capacity.

The fifth edition of the Nairobi City Marathon is set to be a historic event, attracting elite athletes and a record number of participants from around the globe.

• A staggering 17,000 runners from 75 countries have registered for the sold-out race on June 7.
• Top Kenyan athletes including Jonathan Korir, John Langat, and Simon Kipkosgei will compete, alongside international talent.
• The marathon, which received a Sh5 million sponsorship from National Bank of Kenya, will feature prize money of Sh3.5m for both men's and women's 42km winners.

Kenya Sevens (Shujaa) coach Kelvin Wambua has named a squad for the upcoming World SVNS Championship legs, featuring a maiden call-up for national star Victor Odhiambo Mola.

• Victor Odhiambo Mola earns his first senior national team call-up, replacing Floyd Wabwire.
• The squad will compete in the Valladolid and Bordeaux legs, with captain George Ooro leading the team.
• Shujaa faces a challenging draw in Pool A at Valladolid, grouped with South Africa, Australia, and Great Britain.

The Kenya Lionesses will kick off their 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division campaign against rivals Uganda Lady Cranes on Saturday at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi.

• The Kenya Lionesses aim to win their first continental title after finishing second last year.
• Kenya coach Simon Odongo emphasized the team's objective to finish first but cautioned against underestimating opponents.
• The tournament serves as a pathway to global competitions like the Women’s Rugby World Cup and is crucial preparation for World Cup and Olympic qualifiers in 2025.
• Other matches for Kenya include clashes against Madagascar on May 27 and defending champions South Africa on May 31.