Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has thrown his weight behind Athletics Kenya’s bid to host the 2029 World Championships, aiming to make Kenya the first African nation to host the global event. Alongside his support, Murkomen announced a significant increase in funding for AK’s training camps, with a focus on nurturing youth talent from all corners of the country to elevate Kenya’s standing in international athletics.

Ruth Chepng’etich, a three-time Chicago Marathon champion, is Kenya’s sole finalist for the 2024 Athlete of the Year award after setting a new world record in the marathon this October.

Justice Reuben Nyakundi said substantial evidence, including CCTV footage, linked them to the killing.

Dutchman Abdi Nageeye claimed a thrilling victory in the New York City Marathon, pulling ahead in the final stretch to win in 2:07:39. Kenyan runner Sheila Chepkirui led a historic sweep of the women’s podium with her first major title in 2:24:35, while Evans Chebet narrowly missed a repeat win, finishing second after a gripping duel.

Olympic champion Tamirat Tola is set to make a significant mark in marathon history today as he attempts to break the world record at the New York City Marathon. Starting at 4:30 PM EAT, Tola aims to surpass the record of two hours and 35 seconds,

World U20 5,000m champion Andrew Alamisi is determined to secure a second victory in Iten at the upcoming Athletics Kenya Cross Country series scheduled for Saturday

After years focused solely on marathons, Eliud Kipchoge is making a notable shift back to shorter races. In a new partnership with Thailand, the legendary runner will compete in a 10km event at the Amazing Thailand Marathon Bangkok 2024, marking his first non-marathon race since 2016.

Launching this November, the Virtual Beirut Marathon will give participants from around the world the chance to support Lebanon's recovery through a unique global run, with all registration fees going towards relief initiatives.

Ronald Kimeli Kurgat and Gladys Chemutai emerged as the champions of the 2024 Stanchart Nairobi Marathon on Sunday.

Ethiopia’s Yomif Kejelcha set a new world record in the half marathon at the Medio Maratón de Valencia, finishing in 57:30 and surpassing the previous mark by one second. In the women’s race, Kenya’s Agnes Ngetich came close to breaking the world record on her half marathon debut, clocking 1:03:03, the second-fastest time in history.

Athletics Kenya has criticized what it calls “unwarranted scrutiny” of Ruth Chepngetich following her record-breaking win at the Chicago Marathon. The athletics body defended the athlete's achievements, highlighting her compliance with anti-doping measures and urging the media to respect her dedication and hard-earned victory.

Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich delivered a historic performance at the Chicago Marathon, shattering the women's marathon world record with an unofficial time of 2:09:56—nearly two minutes faster than the previous mark.

As the Chicago Marathon nears, elite Kenyan athletes are set to pay tribute to the late Kelvin Kiptum, who tragically passed away earlier this year. Ruth Chepngetich, a two-time champion, seeks her third title, while Amos Kipruto aims to honour his friend Kiptum amidst a competitive field. They will face strong challenges from Ethiopian runners, including Birhanu Legese and Sutume Kebede, both of whom boast impressive personal bests. With memories of Kiptum inspiring their runs, the marathon promises to deliver an exciting showdown on Sunday.

Eliud Kipchoge, the renowned two-time Olympic champion, has been appointed as the UNESCO ambassador for sports, integrity, and values. Announced at the United Nations headquarters in Nairobi, Kipchoge will serve in this influential role for the next two years, aiming to inspire and empower young people through the power of sports.

Former 3,000-meter steeplechase champion Clement Kemboi, 33, was found dead in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County, in what police suspect was a suicide. County Police Commander Peter Mulinge revealed that Kemboi, who had struggled with depression and financial difficulties, had previously attempted suicide.

Kenya’s athletics community is reeling from the tragic loss of former World U20 800m champion Kipyegon Bett, who passed away at 26. Bett, a bronze medallist at the 2017 World Championships, died while receiving treatment at Tenwek Hospital in Bomet County. His death comes just days after the brutal murder of retired marathoner Samson Kandie, deepening the sorrow in the athletics fraternity.

Erythropoietin (EPO), banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) since 2004 and previously prohibited by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), has once again cast a shadow over Kenyan athletics.

Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged Athletics Kenya (AK) to set a precedent in its upcoming presidential elections, emphasizing the importance of good governance and accountability. Speaking during the reveal of AK’s 2025 calendar, he commended the federation for its achievements in nurturing talent while calling for the completion of crucial auditing reports to enhance future planning and performance in international competitions.

Ethiopian athletes stole the spotlight at the Berlin Marathon on Sunday, with Milkesa Mengesha and Tigist Ketema securing victories in the men's and women's races, respectively. Mengesha clocked a personal best of 2:03:17, narrowly beating Kenya’s Cyrbian Kotut, while Ketema claimed her win in 2:16:42, marking the third-fastest time ever recorded in the event

enya's Faith Kipyegon and Mary Moraa capped off their season with impressive performances at the Athlos NYC invitational, earning millions in prize money at the star-studded, female-only event.

He had been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) following an altercation that allegedly saw Ndiema douse Cheptegei in petrol before setting her on fire.

The Kenya National Paralympic Committee (KNPC) and the government are pledging significant changes to enhance the country's performance in para-sports ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games. Following a disappointing finish at the Paris Games, where Kenya ranked 75th, officials are calling for immediate preparations and increased collaboration to ensure a stronger showing in future competitions.

The full marathon will commence at 6:45 am, with the last athlete expected to finish by 12:22 pm.

he Zurich Diamond League featured outstanding performances from Kenyan athletes Beatrice Chebet and Mary Moraa on Thursday, as both secured impressive victories in their respective events. Chebet set a world-leading and meeting record in the women’s 5000m, while Moraa followed up her recent world record in the 600m with a commanding win in the 800m

"Paris will not forget her. We'll dedicate a sports venue to her so that her memory and her story remains among us and helps carry the message of equality, which is a message carried by the Olympic and Paralympic Games."

Cheptegei succumbed to burn injuries which she sustained in a fire attack, where she was allegedly doused with petrol and set on fire by her partner.

When we are raising the flag here in Paris, we are showing we are still alive, we still need our human rights, we still need our freedom

Kenya's Mary Moraa shattered the 600m world record at the ISTAF Berlin 2024, delivering a stunning performance that eclipsed the previous mark set by Caster Semenya. Competing in the rarely-run distance for the first time, Moraa powered to victory with a time of 1:21.63.

Kenya’s young athletes made a strong showing at the World Athletics U20 Championships in Lima, Peru, capturing multiple medals in various events, including golds in the 800m and 3,000m steeplechase.