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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, September 2, 2026Githurai Thailand Boxing Club Receives Major Boost From Safaricom Foundation - September 2026
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Githurai Thailand Boxing Club Receives Major Boost From Safaricom Foundation - September 2026

The Githurai Thailand Boxing Club is set to become a top Kenyan club following a significant donation from the Safaricom Foundation, which will support the development of boxers at the club. In a separate sporting achievement, Kenya secured a strong performance at the 2026 FIM Africa Motocross of African Nations championship in Windhoek, Namibia, achieving a top podium finish and fifth place overall in the continental standings with 275 points. Meanwhile, at the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, Rwanda and former champions Cameroon advanced to the semi-finals after winning their respective quarter-final matches. In rugby, Kabras Sugar is set to renew its rivalry with Strathmore Leos at the upcoming Embu Sevens tournament, the next leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit. Additionally, Kenya's Harambee Stars squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has been announced, featuring the return of key players Michael Olunga and Joseph Okumu.

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Why Thailand Boxing Club boxers can afford to smile

Why Thailand Boxing Club boxers can afford to smile

The Githurai Thailand Boxing Club is set to become a top Kenyan club thanks to a significant donation from the Safaricom Foundation.

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The Githurai Thailand Boxing Club is set to become a top Kenyan club thanks to a significant donation from the Safaricom Foundation.

  • The Safaricom Foundation is investing Sh100 million through its Ndoto Zetu Phase 8 initiative.
  • Boxers like Bridget Gathoni and Goodshepherd Muchiri have expressed gratitude for new equipment, including gloves and punching bags.
  • The donation includes a promise of a professional boxing ring, a "complete game-changer" according to Head Coach John Ochieng.
Wednesday 12:00 AMStandard SportsFirst

Rwanda and former champions Cameroon cruise to continental semi-finals

Rwanda and former champions Cameroon cruise to continental semi-finals

Rwanda and former champions Cameroon have advanced to the semi-finals of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship after winning their respective quarter-final matches.

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Rwanda and former champions Cameroon have advanced to the semi-finals of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship after winning their respective quarter-final matches.

  • Rwanda secured a 3-1 victory over Ghana, marking their second consecutive semi-final appearance.
  • Cameroon dominated Uganda with a commanding 3-0 straight-sets win.
  • Both Ghana and Uganda will now compete in classification matches for fifth to eighth place.
Wednesday 6:00 AMStandard Sports

Kenyan team shines at continental motocross tournament

Kenyan team shines at continental motocross tournament

Kenya achieved a strong performance at the 2026 FIM Africa Motocross of African Nations (MXoAN) championship in Windhoek, Namibia, securing a top podium finish and fifth place overall in the continental standings with 275 points.

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Kenya achieved a strong performance at the 2026 FIM Africa Motocross of African Nations (MXoAN) championship in Windhoek, Namibia, securing a top podium finish and fifth place overall in the continental standings with 275 points.

  • Kenya's Armani Amani Gioko, aged 10, won the gold medal in the MX65 Division.
  • Kenya's Kigen Mutuma Murithi, 14, earned a silver medal in the MX Lites category.
  • Kenya's Mozelle Momilani Momanyi, 10, placed fourth in the MX50 Ladies division.
Wednesday 8:37 PMStandard Sports

Kabras Sugar to renew rivalry with Strathmore Leos at Embu Sevens

Kabras Sugar to renew rivalry with Strathmore Leos at Embu Sevens

The Kabras Sugar rugby team is set to face off against Strathmore Leos in a highly anticipated match at the upcoming Embu Sevens tournament, the next leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit.

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The Kabras Sugar rugby team is set to face off against Strathmore Leos in a highly anticipated match at the upcoming Embu Sevens tournament, the next leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit.

  • The tournament will take place on September 5 and 6.
  • Kabras Sugar enters the competition on a high after winning the Driftwood 7s.
  • Strathmore Leos return to Division One as an invited team, aiming to leverage their past success at Embu 7s.
Wednesday 8:40 PMStandard Sports

Olunga, Okumu return to Harambee Stars squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers

Olunga, Okumu return to Harambee Stars squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers

Kenya's Harambee Stars squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has been announced, featuring the return of key players Michael Olunga and Joseph Okumu.

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Kenya's Harambee Stars squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has been announced, featuring the return of key players Michael Olunga and Joseph Okumu.

  • A 38-man provisional squad has been named by coach Benni McCarthy.
  • Michael Olunga, the team's captain, returns after a five-month layoff due to injury.
  • The squad also includes three new faces: Kevin Wangaya, Louis Millard, and Javan Ochieng.
  • Kenya will begin their qualifying campaign on September 26 against Eritrea.
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