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Juniors put up good show at Nyali and Windsor clubs

Junior golfers showcased exceptional talent in separate tournaments held at the Nyali Golf and Country Club in Mombasa County and Windsor Country Club in Nairobi, on Sunday, highlighting a strong pipeline of young athletes in Kenya.

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What Kenya must do to return to HSBC World Rugby SVNS Series

Kenya Shujaa, the men’s national rugby team, is set to begin its journey back to the main HSBC World Rugby SVNS Series next month. Once a prominent fixture, the team is now working to regain its position in the prestigious global competition.

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sports1d ago

Joyce Wanjiru: This is the reason why I joined the paid ranks

Joyce Wanjiru, a 37-year-old mother of two from the Kiambu Golf Club, has joined the professional golf ranks in Kenya, becoming only the second female in the country to do so, alongside Naom Wafula. Her decision was partly inspired by Wafula and aims to inspire upcoming players and promote women's golf.

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Joyce Wanjiru: New kid on the block explains why she joined paid ranks

Joyce Wanjiru of Kiambu Golf Club has officially joined the professional ranks in Kenyan golf, becoming one of only two female pros in the country. Her decision was partly inspired by fellow pro Naom Wafula, focusing on setting an example for aspiring players.

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sports1d ago

A to Z of 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Senegal claimed their second Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title, defeating Morocco 1-0 in extra time with the winning goal scored by Pape Gueye. This 35th edition of the tournament, the first to span two years, featured a record 121 goals.

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NYS and KDF win as first leg of Kenya Cup action ends at Nyayo

The first leg of the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Kenya Cup concluded at the Nyayo Gymnasium, with NYS and Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) securing important victories. NYS bounced back from an earlier loss to defeat Kenya Navy 3-0, while KDF women battled hard for a 3-2 win against Postbank.

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sports1d ago

Nanu wins Nakuru Captain's 2025 Prize in style

Nanu Hassanali clinched the overall winner title at the 2025 Nakuru Captain Michael Mululu prize, scoring 37 stableford points. This event celebrated the outgoing captain's impact, including the formation of the Nakuru District League and growth in the junior program.

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sports1d ago

Infantino condemns Senegal for 'unacceptable scenes' in AFCON final

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has strongly condemned the "unacceptable scenes" that marred Senegal's AFCON final victory over Morocco, where some Senegalese players walked off the pitch in protest of a penalty awarded to Morocco.

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sports2d ago

Senegal fuelled by 'injustice' in AFCON final triumph, says hero Gueye

Senegal clinched their second Africa Cup of Nations title, defeating Morocco 1-0 in a dramatic final fueled by a sense of "injustice" after a controversial penalty decision and a disallowed goal. The game was marred by an angry reaction from Senegal players and unrest in the stands.

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sports2d ago

Senegal stun hosts Morocco to win AFCON 2025 title after ugly scenes mar final

In a dramatic turn of events, Senegal defeated hosts Morocco 1-0 in extra time to clinch the AFCON 2025 title in a final fraught with controversy and crowd disturbances. The decisive goal came after a contentious penalty decision against Senegal was saved.

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sports2d ago

Hosts Morocco face Mane's Senegal for AFCON glory

Morocco faces Sadio Mane's Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final on Sunday at 1900 GMT in Rabat. Host nation Morocco seeks its first title in 50 years, while Senegal eyes a second consecutive AFCON triumph.

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sports3d ago

KPA drown AP-Kenya as Eldowas stun Trailblazers

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) dominated Administration Police of Kenya (AP-Kenya) with a 3-0 victory in their opening match of the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Kenya Cup at Nyayo Gymnasium. Elsewhere, debutants Eldoret Water and Sewerage Company (Eldowas) secured their first win by stunning Trailblazers Volleyball Club.

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sports3d ago

Gem Forest make positive start at Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup

Gem Forest defeated Pure Travel 7.5-3 to kick off the Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup at the Nairobi Polo Club yesterday with a win. Despite starting with a half-goal advantage due to their low handicap, Gem Forest dominated the match.

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sports3d ago

AFC Leopards fight back to return to SPL summit

AFC Leopards dramatically returned to the SportPesa Premier League summit after scoring two stoppage-time goals to defeat APS Bomet 2-1 at Nyayo Stadium. This hard-fought victory propelled them three points clear of their rivals ahead of Sunday's matches.

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sports3d ago

Menengai Oilers bag Nakuru derby bragging rights once again

The Menengai Oilers triumphed over local rivals Nakuru RFC with a dominant 43-7 victory in their Kenya Cup derby match at the ASK Nakuru Showground. This marks their fourth consecutive win against Nakuru RFC, reinforcing the Oilers' title aspirations.

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sports3d ago

Man Utd dominate Man City in dream start for Carrick

Manchester United, under interim coach Michael Carrick, secured a significant 2-0 victory against rivals Manchester City, severely impacting City's Premier League title hopes. This win dramatically boosted United's position in the league while benefiting Arsenal's title pursuit.

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sports3d ago

Mathare United silence Ulinzi Stars to move further away from relegation zone

Mathare United secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Ulinzi Stars, concluding the first leg of the 2025-2026 SportPesa Premier League on a positive note and moving further from the relegation zone. The win marked their first in 2026, propelling them to 11th place on the league table.

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sports3d ago

Kenya Cup: Kabras Sugar beat Strathmore Leos to move five points clear

Kabras Sugar delivered a dominant performance, defeating Strathmore Leos 81-21 in a Kenya Cup match at Kakamega Showground, widening their lead at the top of the standings by five points.

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sports4d ago

Polo stars battle for honours at Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup

The Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup polo tournament is set to begin at the Nairobi Polo Club, with players vying for the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award over the two-day event.

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sports4d ago

AFC Leopards aim to pile pressure on Gor Mahia

AFC Leopards aim to pressure league leaders Gor Mahia as Round 17 of the SportPesa Premier League continues this weekend. Ingwe can provisionally move to the top of the table with a win today.

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sports4d ago

Harambee Starlets drawn in 2026 Wafcon group of death

The Harambee Starlets face a tough challenge in the upcoming 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon), drawn in Group A with African football powerhouses Morocco, Senegal, and Algeria. With coach Beldine Odemba's team preparing for their second Wafcon appearance, there is a strong emphasis on government and federation support for adequate preparation.

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sports4d ago

Odemba ready to lead Starlets into 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations

Harambee Starlets coach Beldine Odemba is preparing her team for the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon), where Kenya will face tough opponents Morocco, Senegal, and Algeria in Group A. The Starlets are making their second Wafcon appearance and hope for strong government and federation support for preparations.

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sports4d ago

MMUST target first Kenya Cup win in crucial clash against Impala

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) rugby team is set to hunt for their first Kenya Cup win of the season today against Impala RFC at MMUST Grounds in Kakamega. The university side, currently 10th after three matches without a win, faces a crucial lower-table clash to boost their chances of staying in the top tier.

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sports4d ago

Champions GSU fight back to beat Prisons in Kenya Cup opener

Reigning champions General Service Unit (GSU) began their Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) men’s Kenya Cup title defense with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Prisons Nairobi, coming from a set down in their opening Group A match at Nyayo Gymnasium.

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sports4d ago

Two-horse race between Njoroge, Rwandese Nsanzuwera ahead of Grand Finale

The ninth leg of the Sunshine Development Tour-East Africa Swing (SDT-EAS) concluded with Windsor’s Njoroge Kibugu maintaining his lead in the Order of Merit heading into the Grand Finale. The upcoming finale will feature a two-horse race between Kibugu and Rwanda’s Celestin Nsanzuwera for the top spot.

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sports4d ago

Mathare United seek redemption against Ulinzi Stars

Mathare United are seeking redemption against Ulinzi Stars in a crucial SportPesa Premier League match this Friday evening, as the first leg of the season concludes.

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sports4d ago

Kabras Sugar ready for Strathmore test in rescheduled Kenya Cup fixture

Kabras Sugar is set to face Strathmore Leos in a rescheduled Kenya Cup fixture today at the ASK Kakamega Showground. The match was moved to allow Strathmore Leos players and officials to attend the burial of their former player, Felix ‘Chano’ Odhiambo, who tragically died in a road accident.

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sports4d ago

KCB upbeat ahead of Kenya Harlequin clash in Kenya Cup showdown

KCB Rugby Club is confidently preparing to host Kenya Harlequin in a pivotal Kenya Cup match this Saturday at the KCB Sports Club in Ruaraka. Despite missing several key players due to national duties and injury, including Vincent Onyala, the team remains optimistic about maintaining their perfect start to the season and reclaiming the championship title.

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sports4d ago

Kenya Police sack Stojanovic, appoint new head coach

Kenya Police, the SportPesa Premier League champions, have sacked head coach Dusan Stojanovic due to a poor run of results and appointed Nicholas Muyoti as his replacement. Stojanovic was in charge for only 73 days, managing only one win in their last seven league matches.

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sports4d ago

Eto'o slapped with four-match ban, Sh2.5 million fine for misconduct at AFCON

Cameroon football legend Samuel Eto'o has been slapped with a four-match suspension and a Sh2.5 million ($20,000) fine by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for misconduct during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final.

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