Shujaa Stories

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...

Shujaa falls to France in Dubai opener despite spirited fight
Rama Mohammed  |  Nov 30, 2024

Kenya’s national rugby sevens team, Shujaa, narrowly lost 24-19 to France in their opening match of the 2024 HSBC World Rugby 7s Series in Dubai. Desp...

KeNHA issues eviction notice to traders along Kismayu Road in Garissa
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 20, 2024

The Regional Director emphasised that traders must comply by relocating their goods within one month to ensure the project is completed smoothly and w...

Garissa County honours 31 heroes in the fight against gender-based violence
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 20, 2024

Sheikh Hassan Abdi, a Garissa SUPKEM official, also condemned GBV cases, noting that Garissa town is currently facing a difficult period with the incr...

Gachagua: How I was barred from attending Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 20, 2024

This revelation comes as he addressed the public for the first time since his hospitalisation at Karen Hospital on Thursday last week.

Kamukunji Mashujaa Day: Leaders call for unity, cleanliness, and development
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 20, 2024

The celebrations included entertainment performances by students from various schools across Kamukunji, both public and private.

Ruto: Former NHIF employees will be absorbed into new Social Health Authority
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 20, 2024

The reassurance comes as concerns rise over potential job losses as SHA plans to recruit new personnel.

Several protestors arrested after activists clash with police at Uhuru Park
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 20, 2024

Vocal Africa CEO Hussein Khalid who was among those arrested said they had been restricted from entering the park, where they intended to commemorate...

Mashujaa Day turns festive as Ruto grooves to 'Anguka Nayo' during celebrations in Kwale
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 20, 2024

The leaders, who typically participate in formal speeches and ceremonies, showcased a more relaxed side as they embraced the upbeat atmosphere. Specta...

Activists decry restricted access to Uhuru Park ahead of planned event to honour anti-govt protest victims
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 20, 2024

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja announced that Uhuru Park would be open to the public on Mashujaa Day. He however reiterated that while Uhuru Park is...

All set for Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale with focus on affordable housing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 20, 2024

The day's programme will feature the unveiling of key government initiatives under the affordable housing agenda.

Kenya’s female freedom fighters: The silent heroes of anti-colonial movement
The Conversation  |  Oct 19, 2024

Women and children in the villages knew they were under constant watch from the colonial state and its guards.

Mashujaa Day: 142 to be feted as National Heroes Fund awaits activation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 19, 2024

Plans are also in the works to publish books detailing their significant roles in the country's history.

Petition filed against 130 individuals set to be feted as heroes on Mashujaa Day
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 16, 2024

The High Court certified the petition, filed by John Nyongesa and the Safari Salama Preservation Foundation, as urgent.

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...

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