Kenya finishes seventh at Africa Youth Games
Youngsters garnered seven gold, 11 silver and 17 bronze medals. South Africa topped with 96 medals at the games that concluded on Friday in Angola...
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Kenya finished in seventh place at the 2025 Africa Youth Games held in Luanda, Angola, securing a total of 35 medals. The nation's performance was significantly boosted by strong showings in athletics, weightlifting, and martial arts.
- Kenya garnered 7 gold, 11 silver, and 17 bronze medals.
- South Africa topped the medal table with 96 medals, including 45 gold.
- Athletics, particularly middle-distance races, contributed several gold medals, while Mercy Kerubo won three gold medals in weightlifting.
- National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) president Shadrack Maluki lauded the team's performance as a reflection of sustained investment in youth development.
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Kenyan Athletes Compete in Africa Youth Games, World Darts, and Global Athletics Events - December 2025
Kenya finished in seventh place at the 2025 Africa Youth Games held in Luanda, Angola, securing a total of 35 medals. The nation's performance was boosted by strong showings in athletics, weightlifting, and martial arts. A 2025 review of Kenya's athletics superstars highlights their competition in global events, showcasing moments of historic performances. In another competition, Kenya's top-seeded darter, David Munyua, has advanced to the second round of the Paddy Power World Darts Championship in London, UK. Munyua defeated world number 18 Mike de Decker of Belgium 3-2. This marks a historic achievement for Kenyan darts players.
