Kenya to host World Sevens Series in Nairobi

Kenya has received a major boost on the global rugby stage after World Rugby confirmed that Nairobi will host one of the three HSBC SVNS Division Two legs in the 2026 season...

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Nairobi, Kenya will host one of the three HSBC SVNS Division Two legs in the 2026 season, marking a significant milestone for Kenyan rugby. This announcement was made during the official launch of the HSBC SVNS 2026 calendar in Dubai.

Kenya submitted its bid in September and received approval after World Rugby officials assessed facilities.
The event will be the opening leg of the Division Two tour, scheduled between February and March 2026.
The new Division Two structure will feature six men’s and six women’s teams competing for promotion to Division One.
Both Kenya's national teams, Shujaa and the Lionesses, are in Division Two for 2026, offering a home advantage for promotion.

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