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Kenya to Host Africa Boxing Championships at Kasarani Stadium

Kenya has been selected to host the prestigious Africa Boxing Championships, scheduled to take place from October 15-28 at Kasarani Stadium. This marks a significant international sporting event for the country. Additionally, Kenya has been invited to participate in the inaugural FIFA U-15 Boys World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, offering a new international pathway for its young football players. Meanwhile, the Football Kenya Federation has been forced to postpone the league kickoff due to contradictory court orders, leaving the football league in a dilemma.

Kenya to host Africa Boxing Championships

Kenya to host Africa Boxing Championships

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Kenya handed global U-15 challenge as FIFA opens new youth pathway in Azerbaijan

Kenya handed global U-15 challenge as FIFA opens new youth pathway in Azerbaijan

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Court clash leaves football league in dilemma

Court clash leaves football league in dilemma

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Road runners and players eye Sh63 million Mashujaa prize purse

Road runners and players eye Sh63 million Mashujaa prize purse

Athletes across disciplines are set to compete for a substantial prize purse of Sh63 million during sporting events leading up to Mashujaa Day celebrations in the North Rift region.

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Ranpura savours victory at Nyali leg ahead of Masters grand finale

Ranpura savours victory at Nyali leg ahead of Masters grand finale

Vimal Ranpura emerged the overall winner of the ninth leg of the DuraCoat Golf Masters Series 2026 at Nyali Golf and Country Club, carding a gross score of 74. The tournament marked Basco Paints’ 50th anniversary.

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FKF crisis: Inside the troubled Kandanda House

FKF crisis: Inside the troubled Kandanda House

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is embroiled in a deep leadership crisis, with President Hussein Mohammed facing internal revolts and court orders that are impacting the FKF Premier League.

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Kenya handed global U-15 challenge as FIFA opens new youth pathway in Azerbaijan

Kenya handed global U-15 challenge as FIFA opens new youth pathway in Azerbaijan

Kenya has been invited to participate in the inaugural FIFA U-15 Boys World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, offering a new international pathway for its young players.

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Afghan cyclist who disguised herself as man wins Asian Games silver

Afghan cyclist who disguised herself as man wins Asian Games silver

An Afghan cyclist, Fariba Hashimi, has won an Asian Games silver medal, a significant achievement for women in her home country where freedoms are restricted.

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From heartbreak to glory, the end of Tanga's 7s journey with Shujaa and Kabras

From heartbreak to glory, the end of Tanga's 7s journey with Shujaa and Kabras

Brian Tanga, a prominent scrum-half, has concluded his 12-year Sevens rugby journey with Kabras Sugar and the Kenya Sevens team, Shujaa, marking the end of an era.

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Akinyi putts to glory in Kisumu's sunshine

Akinyi putts to glory in Kisumu's sunshine

Elizabeth Akinyi emerged victorious at the August Mug tournament held at the Nyanza Golf Club in Kisumu over the weekend, outperforming 62 other golfers.

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Kenya's finest Junior talents shine at Migaa

Kenya's finest Junior talents shine at Migaa

Kenya's emerging golf talents showcased their skills at the 5th Leg of the NCBA US Kids Golf Fall Local Tour-Nairobi held at the Migaa Championship course in Kiambu County. The event saw over 120 junior golfers compete.

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Kenya to host Africa Boxing Championships

Kenya to host Africa Boxing Championships

Kenya has been selected to host the prestigious Africa Boxing Championships, scheduled to take place from October 15-28 at Kasarani Stadium.

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Court clash leaves football league in dilemma

Court clash leaves football league in dilemma

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has been forced to postpone the league kickoff due to contradictory court orders, leaving the football league in a dilemma.

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'For my family': India boxer beats hardship, injury to go for Games gold

'For my family': India boxer beats hardship, injury to go for Games gold

Indian boxer Sumit Kundu has overcome significant hardship and a career-threatening injury to reach the last 16 of the light middleweight category at the Asian Games in Japan.

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Another world record for Ngetich as Kenya bags medals in Copenhagen

Another world record for Ngetich as Kenya bags medals in Copenhagen

Kenyan athlete Agnes Ngetich shattered the women-only world half marathon record at the World Running Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark, leading a strong medal haul for Kenya.

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Snow sends chills down the spine of rivals in Uganda

Snow sends chills down the spine of rivals in Uganda

Kenyan golfer Greg Snow achieved a tied-seventh finish at the Pearl of Africa Golf Series in Uganda, showcasing strong performance against an international field.

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Kenya Police lock-up Kisumu Youngsters as Lakers drown KU

Kenya Police lock-up Kisumu Youngsters as Lakers drown KU

In a significant day of hockey action, Kenya Police secured a vital 3-0 victory over Kisumu Youngsters, while defending champions Lakers Hockey Club edged out Kenyatta University (KU) Titans 2-1.

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Huskie wins 12-GOAL-Kenya International Cup

Huskie wins 12-GOAL-Kenya International Cup

Huskie has emerged victorious in the 12-Goal Kenya International Cup, clinching the title after a thrilling 6-5.5 victory over Vellum in the Mixed-Foursomes Championships held at Timau Sports Club.

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Thunder and KPA win semi-finals series to set epic final

Thunder and KPA win semi-finals series to set epic final

The Kenya Basketball Federation Men's Premier League final is set between reigning champions Nairobi City Thunder and former titleholders Kenya Ports Authority (KPA). Both teams secured their spots by winning their best-of-five semi-final series with a decisive 3-0 margin.

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Bullets shootdown Bungoma Queens as Mathare upset Vihiga

Bullets shootdown Bungoma Queens as Mathare upset Vihiga

The 2026-2027 FKF Women’s Premier League season kicked off with reigning champions Kenya Police Bullets FC crushing Bungoma Queens 6-0. Meanwhile, newly promoted Mathare United Women’s FC caused an upset by defeating former champions Vihiga Queens 3-1.

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Champions Butali Warriors pile more misery on hapless Greensharks

Champions Butali Warriors pile more misery on hapless Greensharks

Defending champions Butali Warriors secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Greensharks in a Kenya Hockey Union Men’s Premier League match on Saturday. The win keeps Warriors' title hopes alive, while it plunges struggling Greensharks, who are yet to win this season, closer to relegation.

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Ng'etich wins gold in Copenhagen

Ng'etich wins gold in Copenhagen

Agnes Ng’etich has claimed a dominant victory at the World Athletics Road Running Championships in Copenhagen, smashing the women-only half marathon world record.

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Murkomen: We shall protect young athletes against doping

Murkomen: We shall protect young athletes against doping

Kenya's government is prioritizing the protection of young athletes from doping and exploitation during this year's Mashujaa Day sporting tournament. The event aims to foster clean sports, identify new talent, and ensure fair play.

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How Hussein steered Kenya to World Champs bid triumph

How Hussein steered Kenya to World Champs bid triumph

Kenya has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking the first time the event will be held on the African continent. This historic achievement was spearheaded by Ibrahim Kipkemboi Hussein, chairman of Kenya’s bid committee.

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Arsenal thrashed by Brighton, sorry Spurs lose again

Arsenal thrashed by Brighton, sorry Spurs lose again

Arsenal's perfect start to the Premier League season ended with a resounding 3-0 defeat to Brighton, while rivals Tottenham suffered another loss, falling 3-2 to Aston Villa.

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SPL postponement leaves Kenyan football in fresh crisis

SPL postponement leaves Kenyan football in fresh crisis

The SportPesa Premier League (SPL) 2026-27 season kick-off has been indefinitely postponed by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) due to a court order. The delay stems from an unresolved promotion and relegation play-off dispute.

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SPL conundrum: Premier league kickoff in jeopardy

SPL conundrum: Premier league kickoff in jeopardy

The SportPesa Premier League kickoff for the 2026-2027 season has been halted by a court order, throwing preparations into disarray.

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What Kenya could gain for hosting the 2029 World Athletics Championships

What Kenya could gain for hosting the 2029 World Athletics Championships

Nairobi has been selected to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, an event projected to bring significant economic benefits to Kenya.

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Historic World Championships hosting continues to excite athletics fraternity

Historic World Championships hosting continues to excite athletics fraternity

Kenya is buzzing with excitement following the historic announcement that Nairobi will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking the first time the event will be held in Africa.

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Kenyan youngsters set for 12-Goal tournament

Kenyan youngsters set for 12-Goal tournament

Young Kenyan polo players are set to compete against seasoned international talent in the 12-Goal-Kenya International Polo Tournament, kicking off today at Timau Sports Club.

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The world has been running on Kenyan legs and in 2029 it comes home to pay

The world has been running on Kenyan legs and in 2029 it comes home to pay

Kenya's significant contribution to global athletics, particularly in long-distance running, is set to be recognized and capitalized on domestically. The article highlights that the world has benefited from Kenyan talent for years, and 2029 marks a pivotal year for Kenya to "own the business it invented."

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Liverpool pile on misery for Spurs in League Cup

Liverpool pile on misery for Spurs in League Cup

Liverpool secured a commanding 3-1 victory over struggling Tottenham in the League Cup third round, while teenage sensation Max Dowman starred for Arsenal in their 4-2 win against Ipswich on Tuesday.

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Messi set for emotional Argentina farewell in Benin friendly

Messi set for emotional Argentina farewell in Benin friendly

Lionel Messi is set to play his final match for the Argentine national team on October 6 against Benin in Buenos Aires, marking an emotional farewell after his international retirement announcement.

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