Samson Lemayan and debutant Lydia Simiyu successfully defended their titles at the 26th Lewa Safari Marathon held at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Meru County on Saturday.

• Samson Lemayan clocked 2:27:04 to win the men's 42km race, while Lydia Simiyu finished in 2:50:39 to secure the women's crown.
• Both winners, KWS rangers, overcame nagging injuries to emerge victorious in the event which attracted over 1300 participants from 33 countries.
• Organizers, including representatives from Safaricom and Tusk Trust, praised the athletes and underscored the marathon's commitment to conservation and community impact.

Kenya is gearing up for the Glasgow games, with the SJK foundation stepping in to sponsor paralympic athletes. This initiative aims to provide crucial support for athletes with disabilities as they prepare to compete internationally.

• Key Sponsor: SJK foundation
• Event: International games in Glasgow
• Beneficiaries: Paralympic athletes

The 26th Lewa Safari Marathon is set to take place on Saturday at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, attracting global runners for a unique sporting and conservation event.

• The marathon is recognized as one of Africa's most iconic sporting and conservation events.
• Participants will compete at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.
• This marks the 26th edition of the marathon, highlighting its long-standing tradition.

Kenya's sprint sensation Ferdinand Omanyala is aiming to defend his Commonwealth Games title following a dominant performance at the national championships.

• Ferdinand Omanyala, the African 100m champion, is targeting the Commonwealth Games title.
• The athlete showcased exceptional form at the National Athletics Championships held at Nyayo National Stadium.
• Omanyala's recent success fuels his ambition for international glory in the upcoming Commonwealth Games.

Leila Said Iddi has become the first female boxing referee/judge in East Africa to achieve IBA Star 3-Referee status, a significant accomplishment in a male-dominated field.

• She joins an elite group of five Kenyan IBA Star 3-Referee/Judges since independence.
• IBA Star 3 status qualifies her to officiate in global championships like the World Boxing Championships and the Olympics.
• Balancing her career as a mother of four boys, Leila credits her success to her understanding partner and a journey influenced by her children's involvement in sports.

Kenyan distance runner Kibiwott Kandie achieved a historic feat by smashing the half marathon world record at the 2020 Valencia 21km race.

• Kandie set a new world record, beating the previous time by 29 seconds.
• The athlete, a member of the military, brought pride to Kenya.
• His performance captivated audiences and inspired a new generation of athletes.