Kenyan athletes kicked off the Anoca Zone V Youth Games at Kenyatta University with strong early performances, securing multiple gold medals in athletics and cycling.

• Wilson Chepkwech won gold in the men's 1500m with a time of 3:46.81.
• Bramwel Chasala claimed gold in the boys' 200m in 22.43 seconds.
• Purity Munyalo secured gold in the girls' long jump with a leap of 4.96m.
• Kenya also earned silver and bronze medals in the 800m, 5000m walk, and cycling events.

Kenyan athlete Emmanuel Wanyonyi is set to compete in the Zurich Diamond League meet, aiming for a strong performance ahead of the circuit's final leg in Brussels and the upcoming World Athletics Ultimate Championships.

• Emmanuel Wanyonyi, the Olympic 800m champion, will face strong competition including rivals from Algeria and Spain.
• Other Kenyan stars like Faith Cherotich and Edmund Serem in the 3000m steeplechase have already qualified for the Brussels final.
• Cherotich is looking to reclaim her top position in the 3000m steeplechase after a previous defeat, aiming to set a fast pace in Zurich.

Kenya's Malkia Strikers have started their campaign at the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship with a dominant win, showcasing their ambition for a spot in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics despite administrative disorganization.

• The Malkia Strikers defeated Zambia in straight sets: 25-14, 25-9, 25-11.
• The Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB) faced criticism for late draws and unreleased fixtures, impacting the tournament's organization.
• The championship serves as a qualifier for the 2027 FIVB World Championship and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.