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Friends School Bokoli Aims for Rugby Sevens Crown at KSSSA National Games

Friends School Bokoli is aiming to secure the rugby sevens crown at the upcoming Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association national games in Thika next month. Meanwhile, Rift Valley Junior Schools are also preparing for the national games in Thika after successful regional competitions in Nakuru, with several counties securing spots in various sporting disciplines. At the same time, Kabras Sugar, Kenya Harlequin, and KCB have all secured spots in the quarter-finals of the Prinsloo Sevens, the first leg of the SportPesa National Sevens Circuit held at Nakuru Athletic Club.

Bokoli seeking to claim rugby sevens crown at national games

Bokoli seeking to claim rugby sevens crown at national games

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Rift Valley Junior Schools hoping for good show in Thika

Rift Valley Junior Schools hoping for good show in Thika

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Kabras, Quins and KCB storm into Prinsloo Sevens quarters

Kabras, Quins and KCB storm into Prinsloo Sevens quarters

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Postbank Women Volleyball unveil new play kit

Postbank Women Volleyball unveil new play kit

The Postbank Women’s Volleyball team has unveiled their new official playing kits for the upcoming 2026/2027 Kenya Volleyball Federation Women’s National League season, following a sponsorship deal with FinCredit.

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Rift Valley Junior Schools hoping for good show in Thika

Rift Valley Junior Schools hoping for good show in Thika

Rift Valley Junior Schools are gearing up for the national games in Thika after successful regional competitions in Nakuru, with several counties securing spots in various sporting disciplines.

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Bokoli seeking to claim rugby sevens crown at national games

Bokoli seeking to claim rugby sevens crown at national games

Friends School Bokoli is aiming to secure the rugby sevens crown at the upcoming Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) national games in Thika next month.

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Kabras, Quins and KCB storm into Prinsloo Sevens quarters

Kabras, Quins and KCB storm into Prinsloo Sevens quarters

Kabras Sugar, Kenya Harlequin, and KCB have all secured spots in the quarter-finals of the Prinsloo Sevens, the first leg of the SportPesa National Sevens Circuit, held at Nakuru Athletic Club.

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Kenya A and Zimbabwe collide in an epic encounter

Kenya A and Zimbabwe collide in an epic encounter

Kenya A and Zimbabwe are set for a highly anticipated Six-Goal-International match following contrasting results in their recent games. The clash will take place at Manyatta Polo Club in Gilgil on Sunday.

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Why former NFL player Daniel Adongo was deported from US

Why former NFL player Daniel Adongo was deported from US

Former NFL player Daniel Adongo, a Kenyan linebacker, has been deported from the United States following a visa overstay and a criminal record.

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Gor Mahia thrash APR 5-0 to kick off Cecafa Kagame Cup with a bang

Gor Mahia thrash APR 5-0 to kick off Cecafa Kagame Cup with a bang

Gor Mahia kicked off their 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup campaign with a dominant 5-0 victory over hosts APR FC in Kigali, Rwanda.

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Harambee Starlets ready to rumble

Harambee Starlets ready to rumble

Kenya's national women's football team, the Harambee Starlets, has arrived in Morocco for the 2026 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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Kenya's top sharpshooters battle for glory IPSC championship

Kenya's top sharpshooters battle for glory IPSC championship

Kenya's top marksmen showcased exceptional skill and precision at the 2026 IPSC President’s Medals Championship held at the Hado Shooting Range in Naivasha.

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Veteran coach Juma Abdallah dies after prolonged illness

Veteran coach Juma Abdallah dies after prolonged illness

Veteran football coach Juma Abdallah has died at the age of 73 after a prolonged illness. He passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Thika Level 5 Hospital.

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Laiser Hill keen to restore fading rugby 7s glory

Laiser Hill keen to restore fading rugby 7s glory

Former national and East Africa rugby 7s champions Laiser Hill Academy are aiming to reclaim their former glory and secure a spot in the 2026 East Africa games.

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Nyakach Girls target national football crown

Nyakach Girls target national football crown

Nyakach Girls are targeting the national football crown at the upcoming Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) championships in Thika after a strong regional victory.

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Rachier to lead transition Committee for Premier League

Rachier to lead transition Committee for Premier League

Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier will chair a seven-member FKF Premier League transition committee tasked with developing a roadmap for the future management of Kenya's top-flight football league.

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France to unveil new coach July 28 as Zidane waits in wings

France to unveil new coach July 28 as Zidane waits in wings

The French Football Federation (FFF) will announce the new head coach of the national team on July 28. The legendary Zinedine Zidane is widely expected to be appointed.

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Shame of Sh300,000 reward for KVF league champs after grueling season

Shame of Sh300,000 reward for KVF league champs after grueling season

The 2025-2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) season concluded with Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) clinching their first men's title and Kenya Pipeline defending their women's crown, amid criticism over meagre prize money.

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Injured Sandhu limps to 77th Limuru Open victory

Injured Sandhu limps to 77th Limuru Open victory

Jay Sandhu won the 77th Limuru Open golf tournament despite an injured foot, while junior golfer James Macakiage triumphed in the 100th Brackenhurst Cup.

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Kenyan boxers beaming with confidence as Commonwealth Games kick off

Kenyan boxers beaming with confidence as Commonwealth Games kick off

Kenyan boxers are heading into the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, with high hopes and a strong determination to secure medals.

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Nairobi champions keen to end their long wait for national glory

Nairobi champions keen to end their long wait for national glory

Soweto Academy, Nairobi's girls' volleyball champions, are determined to finally win the national title after eight consecutive appearances at the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Term Two games.

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Kisumu RFC target fresh start as Prinsloo Sevens opens National Sevens Circuit

Kisumu RFC target fresh start as Prinsloo Sevens opens National Sevens Circuit

Kisumu RFC is aiming for a fresh start in the National Sevens Circuit, beginning with the Prinsloo Sevens in Nakuru this Saturday, following their relegation from the Kenya Cup.

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Tusker target strong start as CECAFA Kagame Cup offers ideal CAF test

Tusker target strong start as CECAFA Kagame Cup offers ideal CAF test

Kenyan champions Tusker are set to use the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup in Kigali, Rwanda, as a crucial tune-up for their upcoming CAF Confederation Cup campaign.

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Lessons for East Africa ahead of AFCON after successful World Cup in North America

Lessons for East Africa ahead of AFCON after successful World Cup in North America

The 2026 World Cup, hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, has provided significant lessons for East Africa ahead of the 2027 AFCON.

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Team Kenya eyes Commonwealth glory

Team Kenya eyes Commonwealth glory

Team Kenya is making final preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with athletes across various disciplines aiming for glory.

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Spain stars lap up adulation of estimated two million on World Cup parade

Spain stars lap up adulation of estimated two million on World Cup parade

Spain's World Cup champions celebrated their victory with an open-top bus parade in Madrid, attended by an estimated two million jubilant fans.

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Giant of the game: Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies aged 75

Giant of the game: Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies aged 75

English football legend Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75 after a battle with cancer, his family announced on Monday.

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With more matches, World Cup shatters attendance and TV records

With more matches, World Cup shatters attendance and TV records

The 2026 World Cup, featuring an expanded 48-team format across United States, Canada, and Mexico, has shattered attendance and television viewership records.

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Arrogance or pride? Argentina grapples with World Cup villain label

Arrogance or pride? Argentina grapples with World Cup villain label

Argentina is facing criticism as a "World Cup villain" following their 1-0 loss to Spain, with accusations of dirty tactics and poor sportsmanship. However, many Argentines see their passion as misinterpreted pride and assert their right to express their unique football culture.

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World champions Spain supplant Argentina to top FIFA rankings

World champions Spain supplant Argentina to top FIFA rankings

World champions Spain have reclaimed the #1 spot in the latest FIFA rankings, supplanting Argentina who they recently defeated in the World Cup final.

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World Cup winner Spain bag Sh6.5 billion

World Cup winner Spain bag Sh6.5 billion

Spain has won the Fifa World Cup 2026, securing a substantial prize and worldwide recognition.

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Spanish World Cup celebrations detected by seismic sensors after final goal

Spanish World Cup celebrations detected by seismic sensors after final goal

Spain's victory in the 2026 World Cup final was so joyous that celebrations registered on seismic sensors across the country. Thousands of jubilant fans jumping and shouting caused measurable ground movements.

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Teen dies during Spain World Cup celebrations

Teen dies during Spain World Cup celebrations

A tragic incident occurred during celebrations for Spain's World Cup victory when a fountain collapsed, resulting in the death of a 13-year-old boy and injuries to several others in Ciudad Rodrigo.

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