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EACC raids homes, offices of senior Sports officials over Sh3 billion graft claims
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 05, 2025

The operation, conducted pursuant to court orders, is part of ongoing investigations into allegations of unlawful acquisition of public property, amou...

MPs probe Sports Kenya over mismanagement of billions in stadium projects
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 05, 2025

Sports Kenya CEO Gabriel Komora faced tough questioning as MPs sought answers on why funds meant for taxpayers were unaccounted for and whether any pu...

Uganda Cubs make historic debut at 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

Uganda makes its maiden appearance at the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, facing France, Chile, and Canada as the young Cubs aim to shine on the gl...

Kariobangi Sharks, Shabana FC share spoils in contoversial draw at Kasarani
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 01, 2025

Shabana FC were left fuming after seeing what they believed was a legitimate goal ruled out.

IOC, Saudi Arabia end partnership on inaugural Olympic Esports Games
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 30, 2025

The decision brings to a close a 12-year partnership that had positioned Saudi Arabia as host of the inaugural event, originally scheduled to take pla...

Senate demands answers on Sh419 million Deaflympics budget
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 29, 2025

Senator Asige highlighted the importance of the Deaflympics as a platform that goes beyond sports, offering recognition and opportunities for athletes...

Kenya Police FC bow out of CAF Champions League after 4–1 aggregate loss to Al Hilal
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 24, 2025

With continental ambitions now dashed, the Kenya Police will shift their focus back to domestic duty as they aim to defend their now named SportPesa P...

Top stars set for National Cross Country Championships in Eldoret
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 23, 2025

The highly anticipated event will also serve as the official Athletics Kenya trials for the 2026 World Cross Country Championships, set for January 10...

Nairobi United sink Étoile du Sahel 2–0 in CAF Confederation Cup first leg
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 19, 2025

The 2–0 victory puts Nairobi United in firm control ahead of the return leg in Tunisia, needing only to avoid a heavy defeat to advance to the CAF Con...

Nairobi United–Étoile du Sahel CAF match to be played behind closed doors
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 18, 2025

Following consultations between the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), it was decided that the match wou...

Kenya Police FC fall to Al Hilal in CAF Champions League first-leg clash at Ulinzi
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 17, 2025

The match, played behind closed doors at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, saw the visitors take control early on and secure a crucial away win courtesy of A...

Three missing as boat capsizes during East Africa Ocean Festival in Mombasa
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 10, 2025

The Kenya Red Cross confirmed that 19 passengers were rescued safely, while search and rescue operations continue to locate the three individuals who...

Sh44 billion Talanta Stadium project hits 61 per cent completion milestone
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 10, 2025

Key infrastructure supporting the stadium includes a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line along Ngong Road, a railway station providing access to the stadium,...

KURA announces closure of Jamhuri Road for sewer, drainage construction at Talanta Sports City
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 09, 2025

The agency explained that the works are crucial to address long-standing drainage problems that have frequently caused flooding around Jamuhuri and Ng...

Kenya avoids WADA suspension, agrees to meet anti-doping standards within four months
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 04, 2025

Only three organisations remain non-compliant with the WADA code: the National Anti-Doping Organisations of Russia and Sri Lanka, and the Internationa...

Gucha Stars promoted to National Super League following disrupted match
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 01, 2025

The fixture, played on September 26, 2025, at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, was marred by disruptions. Kick-off was delayed for over an hour after Gucha...

US Embassy in Nairobi scales back operations following government shutdown
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 01, 2025

The embassy encouraged the public to visit the official website, travel.state.gov, for the latest updates on service availability and operational stat...

Talanta Sports City bond sparks outrage as MPs fear Sh97 billion taxpayer burden
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 30, 2025

Matungulu MP Stephen Mule warned that taxpayers could end up paying more than Sh97 billion—over twice the original amount borrowed for the project.

Court bars sports tribunal from handling doping cases against international-level athletes
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 25, 2025

Justice Roselyn Aburili faulted the tribunal for assuming jurisdiction over a matter that falls squarely under the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK),...

Isiolo Stadium works resume after six-year delay
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 23, 2025

Isiolo Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo said the handover was conducted by Lillian Nzile, Chief Facility Management Officer at Sports Kenya, in the presence...

SportPesa League round two: Fixtures, venues and key clashes this weekend
Charity Pancras  |  Sep 22, 2025

The round wraps up on Sunday, September 28, as APS Bomet lock horns with Murang’a Seal at Gusii Stadium in Kisii, closing out another thrilling week o...

Somali President Hassan Sheikh announces new visa rules for foreign passport holders
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Sep 18, 2025

He said that no Somali citizen is able to travel to another country using a Somali passport without first applying for a visa, and therefore, the same...

Autopsy confirms fatal head injuries on construction worker found dead at Talanta Stadium
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 16, 2025

Vocal Africa CEO Hussein Khalid said the family, which is now demanding justice, believes the fatal injuries may be linked to disputes over unpaid wag...

Probe launched after body of missing construction worker found at Talanta Sports Stadium
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2025

Kyengo, reported missing on September 6, was found in a water sump behind the stadium terraces under construction, raising questions over possible fou...

Wote Stadium downsized to 5,000 seats after engineering challenges
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 11, 2025

Mvurya said while the project had already cost over Sh200 million, difficulties stemmed from the need to fill up four meters across the entire site, a...

29 Kenyans eye glory at IPSC World Handgun Championships in South Africa
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 09, 2025

In preparation for the World Shoot, the Kenyan team last week participated in the IPSC Handgun Pre-World Shoot competition held at Bamburi Rifle Club...

McCarthy clinches SJAK coach of the month award following CHAN 2024 run
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 02, 2025

Under his leadership, the Stars stunned eventual champions Morocco 1-0, edged past two-time winners DR Congo and Zambia with identical scorelines, and...

Young Kenyan footballer eyes Sh3 million prize in global athlete of the year competition
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 01, 2025

Ethan Henry is now rallying for votes to secure the top prize, which includes $25,000 (Sh3.2 million) and a feature in the 3BRAND campaign in Sports I...

Morocco lift their third CHAN trophy after beating Madagascar 3-2
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 30, 2025

The Atlas Lions, who previously lifted the trophy in 2018 and 2020, once again showed their pedigree, but only after surviving a stern examination fro...

514,000 passports issued despite delays in application process - GPA
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 22, 2025

According to a progress report by the Governance and Public Administration (GPA) Subcommittee of the National Development Implementation Committee (ND...

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