Ministry of Sports Stories

Five ex-officials face civil suit over irregular CHAN tender payments
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 17, 2025

The suit focuses on payments made to Gregori International in 2017 for upgrading sports facilities in preparation for the CHAN tournament, which was l...

Rwanda gears up to host historic 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Africa
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 13, 2025

All schools within Kigali will be closed during the championship week, while public servants have been encouraged to work remotely.

CHAN ticket sales suspended at Kasarani following security breach
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 11, 2025

The suspension follows an incident on Sunday when hundreds of Kenyan fans were denied entry into Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, despite ho...

CHAN 2024: 10-man Harambee Stars stun Morocco 1-0 in thrilling Group A clash at Kasarani Stadium
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 10, 2025

In the end, Harambee Stars held on to secure all three points in front of a packed Kasarani crowd—a victory that strengthened their position as Group...

For Harambee Stars Sh600 million CHAN pledge, Ruto to pay Sh530 million out of pocket - PS Mwangi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

Mwangi said on Tuesday that the Sh70 million annual budget under the Sports Ministry’s reward scheme will cover a portion of the bonus, with Ruto pers...

Malala summoned by DCI over unauthorised helicopter landing at Mumias Sports Complex
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 05, 2025

Western Region Police Commander Issa Muhamud stated that the helicopter landed without prior clearance or coordination, calling it a direct violation...

Kenyan leaders unite in praise as Harambee Stars make CHAN history against DR Congo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 03, 2025

The electrifying atmosphere at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, reached its peak when midfielder Austin Odhiambo netted the only goal of the...

Biometrics to replace passport stamps at EU border from October
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 02, 2025

Officials explained that the biometric data will be collected at the point of departure, including airports, ports, and train stations, through dedica...

Kagame explains inspiration behind Kigali’s sports city
The New Times  |  Jul 30, 2025

Built by former NBA player and Giants of Africa founder Masai Ujiri, the complex includes sports courts, an 80-room hotel, retail and co-working space...

New motion calls for cash prizes, state recognition for Kenya’s world-class athletes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 28, 2025

If adopted, the scheme would see athletes receive Sh6 million for setting a world record, Sh4 million for winning gold, Sh3 million for silver, and Sh...

Wetang’ula backs direct support for grassroots clubs, calls for Sports Act review
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 27, 2025

Wetang’ula noted that while the Sports Fund is well-resourced—drawing revenue from betting taxes and lotteries—most of the money is channelled toward...

Nyoro warns Sh44.8 billion Talanta loan could cost Kenyans over Sh100 billion
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jul 24, 2025

President William Ruto, who presided over the bell-ringing ceremony at the NSE on Wednesday, hailed the listing as a step towards reducing pressure on...

President William Ruto unveils Sh44 billion Linzi listing, eyes IPOs for State firms
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 23, 2025

President William Ruto hailed the listing as a turning point in the country’s strategy to mobilise domestic capital for transformative projects while...

Sports Kenya faulted for illegal tenders, premature contracts worth Sh1.9 billion
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 21, 2025

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has exposed Sports Kenya for awarding irregular tenders valued at Sh1.96 billion for the refurbishment of Kericho Green...

Ruto visits Harambee Stars ahead of the historic CHAN tournament
Amina Wako  |  Jul 16, 2025

Emphasising the weight of the responsibility on the players’ shoulders, Ruto reminded Harambee Stars that they embody the collective aspirations of a...

Sports CS Salim Mvurya hands over Kasarani Stadium ahead of CHAN
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 30, 2025

It marks CHAN's return to East Africa for the first time since Rwanda staged the event in 2016. Kasarani Stadium will host the final on August 30 and...

Kenya tops East Africa in gender-based violence in sports with 69 per cent prevalence – report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 30, 2025

The report shows a sharp increase in cases from 43 per cent in 2022 to 69 per cent, raising concerns over rising abuse targeting women athletes.

Sports budget slashed by Sh3 billion despite sector’s rising demands
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 12, 2025

Kenya’s sports sector is set to feel the pinch after the government reduced the Sports Fund allocation by Ksh 3 billion in the 2025/26 Financial Year...

Over 57,000 printed passports remain uncollected, Immigration PS reveals
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 11, 2025

MPs raised concern about the large number of uncollected passports, warning that many of the applicants could be job seekers, especially those hoping...

Kenya eyes US creative industry as blueprint to lift GDP share to double digits
Alfred Onyango  |  Jun 07, 2025

The ambition took centre stage at the US-Kenya Creative Economy Forum held on Thursday in Nairobi, which brought together creatives, policymakers and...

Government reveals it spent Sh500 million on constructing Homa Bay's Raila Odinga Stadium
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 31, 2025

Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura stated that the modern 12,000-seater stadium was part of the state’s broader plan to promote development in histo...

Gachagua party launch postponed after Sports Kenya revoked Kasarani booking
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 27, 2025

In response, the DCP condemned the cancellation, describing it as “an affront to democracy” and accused the government of attempting to frustrate its...

Kenya raises sports budget to Sh18.3 billion ahead of global events
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 20, 2025

According to the 2025/2026 budget estimates, Sh17.8 billion has been earmarked for the development and management of sports facilities, up from Sh17.1...

NOC-K delays elections after Basketball chair Paul Otula's death
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 07, 2025

NOC-K President Paul Tergat announced the decision in a virtual meeting of the Committee's executive, noting that the exercise, originally slated for...

Former Sports PS Peter Kaberia summoned over Sh1.5B stadium scandal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2025

Kaberia has been given a two-week notice and is expected to appear before the committee during the week starting May 11.

Mombasa Phoenix wins Palestine Freedom cup 7-a-side tournament
Yassin Juma  |  May 03, 2025

After a series of intense knockout rounds, Mombasa Phoenix emerged as champions, edging out the formidable Muslim Brothers in a closely fought final.

Audit trail: How stadium contracts worth billions bypassed tender laws
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 30, 2025

A report by the National Assembly’s Public Investment Committee has detailed how contracts worth hundreds of millions of shillings were awarded withou...

Government sets aside Sh44.7 billion for Talanta Sports Complex as part of AFCON preparations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

Cabinet Secretary for Defense Soipan Tuya noted that construction of the new stadium is currently at 37 percent completion and is expected to be finis...

How to apply for your child’s passport as demand rises in Kenya
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 06, 2025

All applications must be completed online via the eCitizen portal, where the parent or guardian is required to input key details, including the child’...

Salim Babu confident in Rising Stars’ AFCON U20 preparations
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 04, 2025

Rising Stars will be making their debut in the tournament, having been drawn in Group C alongside reigning champions Senegal, 2017 winners Zambia, and...

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