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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, July 29, 2026Kenya Celebrates Multiple Victories at Glasgow Commonwealth Games - July 2026
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Kenya Celebrates Multiple Victories at Glasgow Commonwealth Games - July 2026

Kenya secured a triumphant podium sweep in the men's 3,000m steeplechase at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, led by World bronze medallist Edmund Serem. This victory marked Kenya's first gold medal in the current Games. Meanwhile, Kenyan boxer Robert Okaka brought a sigh of relief to the national team by securing Kenya's first boxing victory at the Commonwealth Games, advancing to the quarter-finals. In a separate development, former national and East Africa champions Upper Hill are aiming for national glory at the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association National Term Two games in Thika, showcasing their prowess in rugby Sevens.

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Hope for more medals in Glasgow show as Serem leads squad to podium sweep

Hope for more medals in Glasgow show as Serem leads squad to podium sweep

Kenya has secured a triumphant podium sweep in the men's 3,000m steeplechase at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, led by World bronze medallist Edmund Serem. This victory marks Kenya's first gold medal in the current Games.

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Kenya has secured a triumphant podium sweep in the men's 3,000m steeplechase at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, led by World bronze medallist Edmund Serem. This victory marks Kenya's first gold medal in the current Games.

  • Edmund Serem, taking gold with a time of 8:18.23, led compatriots Simon Koech Kiprop (silver) and Leonard Bett (bronze).
  • The team's success is anticipated to continue, with particular high hopes for the women's 3,000m steeplechase, anchored by world champion Faith Cherotich.
  • Earlier, Diana Wanza secured a silver medal in the women's 10,000m, and weightlifter Joshua Amunga Mboya contributed a bronze medal.
Wednesday 6:00 AMStandard Sports

Rugby giants Upper Hill chase national Sevens glory

Rugby giants Upper Hill chase national Sevens glory

Former national and East Africa champions Upper Hill are aiming for national glory at the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Term Two games in Thika, showcasing their prowess in rugby Sevens.

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Former national and East Africa champions Upper Hill are aiming for national glory at the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Term Two games in Thika, showcasing their prowess in rugby Sevens.

  • Upper Hill, who recently secured the rugby 15s national title, are confident in their squad's ability to compete in the Sevens format.
  • Coach Eustace Sifuna highlighted the team's depth, with players who didn't participate in the 15s focusing on Sevens.
  • The team faces stiff competition from rivals like Laiser Hill Academy, Nairobi School, and strong contenders from Western Kenya, including Friends School Bokoli and Butula Boys.
Wednesday 8:01 AMStandard Sports

Commonwealth Games: Sigh of relief for Kenya as boxer Okaka romps into quarter-finals

Commonwealth Games: Sigh of relief for Kenya as boxer Okaka romps into quarter-finals

Kenyan boxer Robert Okaka has brought a sigh of relief to the national team by securing Kenya's first boxing victory at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, advancing to the quarter-finals.

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Kenyan boxer Robert Okaka has brought a sigh of relief to the national team by securing Kenya's first boxing victory at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, advancing to the quarter-finals.

  • Okaka defeated Tanzania's Yusuf Changalawe 5-0 on unanimous points in the round of 16.
  • Okaka, Kenya's national light heavyweight champion, boxes for Kenya Defence Forces (KDF).
  • This victory comes after earlier losses by other Kenyan fighters, including Mogunde and national bantamweight champion Amina Martha.
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