Rugby

Kenya Lionesses ended their pool stage campaign at the HSBC Challenger Series on a high, edging out Colombia 12-5 in a tense encounter to secure momentum heading into the knockout rounds.

Menengai Oilers face Kabras Sugar in Saturday’s Kenya Cup final hoping to break a long winless streak and move one step closer to a historic treble. But with Kabras unbeaten in three seasons and playing at home, the task could not be tougher.

Shujaa’s dream of lifting the Singapore Sevens title ended in heartbreak after a second-half surge from Fiji sealed a 21-12 defeat in Sunday’s final.

Kenya’s Shujaa are one win away from history. The national sevens side edged Spain 12-5 in a hard-fought semifinal in Singapore and will now face Fiji at 2:41 PM this afternoon in a repeat of their iconic 2016 final.

Kenya rugby sevens star Patrick Odongo has been drafted into the inaugural Rugby Premier League, set to take place in India from June 1 to June 15. The tournament, which features a mix of international rugby greats and India’s best, promises to redefine the future of rugby sevens.

Shujaa reached their first main cup semifinal of the 2025 HSBC SVNS season after defeating France 10–7 in a tense Pool B clash at the Singapore Sevens, just hours after a convincing 17–7 win over Ireland.

Shujaa began their Singapore Sevens campaign with a confident 17–7 win over Ireland, as tries from Nygel Amaitsa, Kevin Wekesa, and Patrick Odongo set them on course for a potential semi-final place in the newly formatted tournament.

Mwanja has made only one change to the squad that won the first and second legs of the series, which were held in Cape Town, South Africa, on March 1-2 and March 7-8.

Kevin Wekesa's second-minute try, which Nygel Amaitsa converted, gave Shujaa a 7-5 lead at halftime.

The loss dropped Shujaa to second place in Pool C, with four points, behind Great Britain, who lead the pool with six points.

Defending Enterprise Cup champions Kabras Sugar will have the chance to retain their title after defeating KCB Rugby 25-21 in a thrilling semi-final clash at the ASK Kakamega Showground. The victory sets up a final showdown against Menengai Oilers on April 19, 2025, at the RFUEA Grounds.

The team struggled in Vancouver, losing all their matches from the pool stage to the playoffs, ultimately finishing 12th in the tournament standings.

The coach commended the Lionesses for composing themselves and taking their chances to win the two matches.

The Lionesses face Belgium (4:55 pm EAT) and Uganda (8:36 pm EAT) on Friday.

The team heads into the tournament on a high after a dominant performance in the first leg.

Kenya Lionesses are the HSBC Challenger Series champions after a hard-fought 17-12 victory over Argentina in the final at Athlone Sports Stadium on Sunday, 2 March. The win marks a historic milestone for the team, securing their first-ever Challenger Series title and boosting their chances of earning core status in the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series.

The Kenya U20 men's rugby team, Chipu, have begun preparations for their Barthes Cup title defence with the first training camp at RFUEA Grounds. With a mix of returning players and new call-ups, the squad is gearing up for the continental showdown set for April in Zimbabwe.

The team set the tone early with a commanding 20-5 victory over Samoa, led by a stellar performance from captain Grace Okulu and moments of individual brilliance from Naomi Amuguni.

A crucial tackle from Okulu disrupted Samoa's momentum, allowing Kenya to regain possession through a scrum fed by Judith Okumu.

Dubbed as the clash of the weekend, Kabras Sugar and Menengai Oilers go into the match ranked 2nd and 3rd with 44 and 41 points, respectively.

Kenya’s rugby sevens team, Shujaa, endured a winless run at the Vancouver 7s, finishing at the bottom after a narrow 19-14 loss to Ireland in the 11th-place playoff. Despite a promising start, defensive lapses cost them in the final moments, sealing their worst finish since rejoining the global circuit. As focus shifts to the Hong Kong 7s, Shujaa must regroup to avoid another disappointing outing.

Kenya Sevens endured a tough outing at the Vancouver 7s, finishing the pool stage winless before falling to Uruguay in the ninth-place semifinals. With four straight losses, Shujaa now have one last chance to salvage their campaign as they face England in the 11th-place playoff at 9:50 p.m. East African Time tonight.

Shujaa’s Vancouver Sevens campaign is on the line as they prepare for a must-win clash against Great Britain at 10:58 PM EAT today. The Kenyan side has endured a tough start, falling to Argentina and France in their opening pool matches. With two defeats, only victory can keep their tournament hopes alive.

Fijian-born Jone Kubu is set to make his debut for Shujaa at the Vancouver Sevens, joining a youthful and experienced squad. The 12-man team, announced for the tournament in Canada from February 21-23, also includes 18-year-old Jackson Siketi. Kubu and Siketi replace Benson Salem and Festus Shiasi, bringing a dynamic mix to Kenya’s Sevens squad as they face tough competition in Pool A.

The Kenya Rugby Union has confirmed that the 2025 Safari Sevens will be held in Nairobi from 10-12 October. This marks the tournament’s return to the capital after last year’s edition was staged in Machakos, the first time it was held outside Nairobi. With the confirmation coming eight months in advance, organisers now have a head start in securing sponsorship and planning a grander tournament.

Kabras Sugar and KCB Rugby continued their dominant start to the 2024-25 Kenya Cup season with convincing wins, while Menengai Oilers edged out Nondescripts to remain unbeaten. Elsewhere, Strathmore Leos, Kisumu RFC, and South Coast Pirates picked up crucial victories as Nakuru RFC’s relegation worries deepened.

Kenya Simbas have officially kicked off their 2027 Rugby World Cup qualification preparations with a four-day residential camp in Kakamega. Meanwhile, four Kenyan players have been invited to the prestigious Rhinos High-Performance Camp in South Africa

Kenya’s Shujaa ended their Perth Sevens campaign with a 19-12 loss to New Zealand in the 9th-place final, earning three points and remaining 9th in the standings. With three circuits left, the team faces a crucial push to secure a top-eight finish.

Kenya Lionesses defeated Poland 19-12 at the RFUEA Grounds on Saturday, delivering a strong statement as they gear up for the 2024-25 World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series, aiming for promotion to the elite competition.

Shujaa bounced back from Day One defeats to secure back-to-back wins over Uruguay and USA at the Perth Sevens, booking a spot in the 9th-place final against New Zealand on Sunday.

Kenya Sevens faced a tough start to the 2024-25 World Rugby Sevens Series in Perth, enduring back-to-back losses to New Zealand and Fiji. These defeats have nearly ended their hopes of advancing to the main cup quarter-finals, leaving them with a crucial but largely symbolic final pool match against Uruguay.

Shujaa has landed in Australia ahead of the Perth Sevens, ready to take on some of the world's best teams in the third leg of the 2024-25 World Rugby Sevens Series. With one week to acclimatise, coach Kevin Wambua is confident that his squad is well-prepared for the challenges ahead, aiming to break through the group stages and secure a top 8 finish.

The Kenya rugby sevens team, Shujaa, gears up for the Perth leg of the 2024-25 World Rugby Sevens Series with the return of star player Vincent Onyala. Following a strong showing in Dubai and Cape Town, Shujaa aims to build momentum and secure a top-8 finish.

Kenyan rugby enthusiasts are bracing for a year packed with action, with the 2025 season set to feature major events both locally and internationally. From the Kenya Cup battles to World Cup qualifiers in the Rugby Africa Cup, the calendar offers plenty to look forward to.

Kenya’s Shujaa is set to battle Australia and Spain in Pool B at the Cape Town 7s this weekend. The tournament, part of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, features a new format with four pools of three teams each. Shujaa aims to improve on their 10th-place finish in Dubai as the series moves to South Africa.

Shujaa triumphed over Ireland 21-7 in a spirited performance at the Dubai 7s, advancing to the ninth-place final where they will face Uruguay. Kenya's clinical defense and creative play secured the victory in a fiercely contested match.

Kenya Simbas retained the Elgon Cup title with a narrow 27-25 victory over Uganda Cranes at Nairobi's RFUEA Grounds.

Kenya’s head coach Jerome Paarwater has unveiled the 23 players set to face Uganda this afternoon in the opening leg of the Elgon Cup.

Kabeberi Sevens takes place on the weekend of 24-25 at the RFUEA Grounds along Ngong Road

The Dala 7s, the latest leg of the National Sevens Circuit, delivered thrilling action and standout performances as Kabras Sugar clinched the Division One title while MKU Thika celebrated a victory in Division Two. Held at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Kisumu on August 17th and 18th, the tournament showcased intense competition, with Kabras Sugar ultimately emerging as the champions after a dominant final performance. The event also saw notable performances from Menengai Oilers, KCB, and Kenya Harlequins, among others.

The pools for the Dala Sevens have been announced, with Kisumu set to host the tournament on August 17th and 18th. Kenya Harlequin headlines Pool A, while other teams gear up for a weekend of intense rugby action.

Up next in the National Sevens Circuit will be the Dala 7s on the weekend of 17-18 August

Ingo 7s will be held at the ASK Showground in Kakamega on the weekend of 3-4 August

The Christie 7s, Kenya's oldest rugby tournament, has celebrated six decades of fierce competition and community impact. With recent wins, plans for international expansion, and a legacy of nurturing talent, it remains a cornerstone of Kenyan rugby.

John Okoth was the hero, scoring a try in each half as Kenya edged Samoa 10-5 to finish ninth

The 2024 National 7s series begins on Saturday with the Christie 7s at Nairobi's RFUEA Grounds

Kevin Wambua's men now have all to play on Saturday as they plan to end their campaign with victory over a stubborn Samoa side.

This now marks the third Olympics that Kenya Sevens have been eliminated at the Group Stages without winning a match.

Shujaa's hopes of qualifying for the knockout stages now hinge on them managing a convincing win against Samoa on Thursday.

Shujaa, who have now played seven matches at the Olympic Games without a win at the Group Stages, face a short turnaround time before playing Australia at 8 p.m. at the Stade de France.