Recent tragic incidents highlight the urgent need for enhanced safety measures in Kenyan sports, from schools to national levels.

• The death of hammer thrower Jedidah Mwangi, who was struck by a hammer during training on June 5, underscores the dangers in certain athletic disciplines.
• Concerns are also raised by the deaths of a student struck by a javelin in Bungoma County in January and boxer Jacob Oyoko in Kakamega County on March 28.
• Athletics Kenya and the Kenya Professional Boxing Commission are urged to enforce strict safety protocols, professional training, and credible medical reports to prevent future fatalities.