Kenya 7s Stories

Fijian-born Jone Kubu set for Shujaa debut as Vancouver Sevens squad announced
Michael Kirwa  |  Feb 13, 2025

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, announce...

Shujaa seeks comeback at Vancouver 7s after Perth disappointment
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 29, 2025

After a tough outing at the Perth 7s, Kenya’s Shujaa shifts focus to the Vancouver 7s, set for 21-23 February 2025. Drawn in Pool A alongside Argentin...

Shujaa finish 10th after loss to New Zealand in Perth 7s
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 26, 2025

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 th...

Shujaa stage comeback to reach 9th-place final at Perth 7s
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 25, 2025

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 a...

Shujaa struggle at Perth Sevens, suffer back-to-back defeats
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 24, 2025

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 defeat...

Onyala's comeback boosts Shujaa ahead of World Sevens in Perth
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 16, 2025

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...

Kenya’s Shujaa ready for Cape Town 7s challenge
Rama Mohammed  |  Dec 02, 2024

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 Se...

Shujaa secure spot in ninth-place final with dominant display against Ireland
Rama Mohammed  |  Dec 01, 2024

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...

PARIS 2024: Shujaa edge Samoa to finish ninth
Michael Kirwa  |  Jul 27, 2024

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

Patrick Odongo saves the day as brave Shujaa register first 2024 Olympics win
Michael Kirwa  |  Jul 25, 2024

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.

PARIS 2024: Kenya relegated to 9th-12th play-off following heavy loss against Samoa
Michael Kirwa  |  Jul 25, 2024

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

Shujaa suffer second loss to cap a miserable first day at the Olympics
Michael Kirwa  |  Jul 24, 2024

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

PARIS 2024: Young Shujaa falls short against Argentina in Olympic opener
Michael Kirwa  |  Jul 24, 2024

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 Australi...

D-day for Shujaa as Rugby Sevens starts at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games
Michael Kirwa  |  Jul 24, 2024

Shujaa open their Paris Olympics campaign today with matches against Argentina and Australia

Shujaa defeat Germany to secure HSBC SVNS return
Rama Mohammed  |  Jun 02, 2024

Shujaa beat Germany to proceed to the semifinals of the ongoing Challenger Series Grand Final in Madrid. The four semifinalists are assured of place i...

Kenya 7s eye crucial win against Germany for HSBC SVNS Series return
Rama Mohammed  |  Jun 01, 2024

Shujaa face Germany in the quarterfinal on Saturday from 6:20 PM EAT. A win will guarantee their return to the HSBC series

Kenya falls to Spain in second Pool B match at HSBC Sevens Grand final
Rama Mohammed  |  May 31, 2024

Shujaa face Chile in the final pool match on Saturday evening

HSBC Playoffs: Shujaa's campaign off to a perfect start after dispatching Samoa
Rama Mohammed  |  May 31, 2024

Kenya7s is aiming to secure a top four position in the playoffs to secure promotion back to the HSBC 7s. 

Third-place finish for Shujaa in Montevideo Challenger Series
Rama Mohammed  |  Mar 11, 2024

Kenya's rugby sevens national team, known as Shujaa, faced disappointment as they secured a third-place finish in the recent Challenger Series held at...

Kenya 7s advances to Challenger Series semifinals with narrow victory over Uganda
Rama Mohammed  |  Mar 10, 2024

The Kenya Lionesses on the other end lost 7-24 to China

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