Nairobi advocate Benard Murunga was sworn in as the new chairperson of the Sports Disputes Tribunal on June 30, 2025, aiming to leave a lasting legacy by ensuring access to justice for sports persons and organizations.

• Murunga is committed to the impartial and independent resolution of sports disputes.
• He succeeds former chairperson John Ohaga and has previously served on the tribunal for two years.
• The tribunal has addressed issues including the governance of the Kenya Rugby Union and anti-doping violations.