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Sirikwa Cross Champion Anyango Suspended Over Doping Violation
04 Oct

Sirikwa Cross Champion Anyango Suspended Over Doping Violation

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Kenyan athlete Emmaculate Anyango Achol, the world’s second fastest woman over 10km, has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU). This after testing positive for banned substances, including Testosterone and Erythropoietin (EPO).   The provisional suspension imposed on Anyango does not imply guilt, as the AIU has emphasised: “A Provisional Suspension imposed in a non-doping case does not in any way abrogate the presumption of innocence and it is not an early determination of guilt. Rather, it is an order made on a precautionary basis to safeguard the interests of the sport.” EPO, one of the substances detected…
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Kenya Harlequins Clinch Victory in 2nd Edition of SportPesa National 7s Circuit
16 Sep

Kenya Harlequins Clinch Victory in 2nd Edition of SportPesa National 7s Circuit

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Kenya Harlequins RFC emerged as the overall champions of the 2nd edition of the SportPesa National 7s Circuit, which concluded with the Prinsloo 7s at the Nakuru Athletic Club on Sunday. The Harlequins dominated the circuit, securing the top spot with 110 points. Kabras Sugar followed closely with 105 points, while former champions KCB finished in third place with 94 points. The Kenya Harlequins were awarded Sh300,000 as the top prize after a decisive 35-7 victory over Nakuru RFC in the finals. Their journey to the top included a notable win against Nondies in the main cup quarterfinals. Kenya Harlequins…
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KCB RFC Focus on Fifteens After Coming Third in Sevens
16 Sep

KCB RFC Focus on Fifteens After Coming Third in Sevens

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KCB RFC has shifted its focus to the fifteens version of the game expected to kick off in November after finishing third overall at the concluded 2024 National Sevens Circuit in Nakuru. The Andrew Amonde-led side managed to garner 94 points. They finished ninth at the Prinsloo Sevens after seeing off varsity lads Daystar Falcons 38-0 to stamp their authority in the Challenger Cup. Speaking after the event, coach Andrew Amonde said: “We had to dig deep on the second day after not playing well on the first day. Big up to the boys who stepped up and showed the…
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Bandari FC Secures First Win of KPL Season with 1-0 Victory Over Mara Sugar
16 Sep

Bandari FC Secures First Win of KPL Season with 1-0 Victory Over Mara Sugar

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Bandari FC clinched their first win of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Kenya Premier League (KPL) 2024/2025 season, defeating Mara Sugar FC 1-0 at Mombasa Sports Club on Sunday. Shasiri Nahimana scored the match's only goal in the 35th minute with a powerful shot that deflected off Mara Sugar defender Drona Openda, giving Bandari the edge in a closely contested game. After a 1-1 draw in their season opener against Posta Rangers, Bandari's relentless attack in the first half kept Mara Sugar on the back foot. Despite creating several chances, Nahimana’s goal remained the sole breakthrough. Mara Sugar came out…
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PS Ismail Tournament Ends in Mandera, Awards Over Ksh 1.1 Million to Winning Teams
15 Sep

PS Ismail Tournament Ends in Mandera, Awards Over Ksh 1.1 Million to Winning Teams

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The final leg of Phase One of the PS Ismail Tournament concluded today in Takaba, Mandera West Sub-County, wrapping up a three-day event that spanned Mandera South, Banisa, and Mandera West. In a thrilling final, Blue Rangers FC triumphed over Lagsure FC, winning 4-2 on penalties to claim the Mandera West Sub-County Trophy, marking the end of this youth-focused football initiative. A total of Ksh 1.1 million was awarded to the top teams from the three sub-counties, with each winning team receiving Ksh 200,000. Individual excellence was also recognized, with top scorers, best goalkeepers, and standout players in each sub-county…
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Uganda to bury Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei after tragic death
14 Sep

Uganda to bury Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei after tragic death

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Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei, who tragically died after her partner set her on fire earlier this month, will be laid to rest on Saturday. The 33-year-old marathon runner, who debuted at the Paris Olympics this summer, succumbed to severe burns in a brutal act of gender-based violence. Cheptegei's body crossed the Kenya-Uganda border on Friday, with a funeral scheduled in her home village of Bukwo. The incident has sparked outrage across East Africa, with activists condemning the growing cases of gender-based violence. Her estranged husband, Simon Ayeko, expressed the pain of not yet telling their two daughters the tragic news.…
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Tiger Traffic FC Triumphs in PS Ismail Maalim Tournament Phase 1 Finals
14 Sep

Tiger Traffic FC Triumphs in PS Ismail Maalim Tournament Phase 1 Finals

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The Phase 1 finals of the PS Ismail Maalim Tournament concluded in Elwak, Mandera South, with Tiger Traffic FC defeating White City FC 3-1 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw. Tiger Traffic FC secured the trophy and a cash prize of Ksh 200,000. White City FC, the first runners-up, earned Ksh 100,000, while Bula Dana FC took home Ksh 50,000 as the second runners-up. Individual honors were awarded to Abdiaahid Karo as the top scorer and Abdihamid Carloz as the best player, each receiving Ksh 10,000. Lewi from White City FC was named the best goalkeeper, winning Ksh…
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Rebecca Cheptegei’s Ex-Lover Dickson Ndiema Dies at Moi Referral Hospital
10 Sep

Rebecca Cheptegei’s Ex-Lover Dickson Ndiema Dies at Moi Referral Hospital

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Dickson Ndiema, the ex-lover to deceased Ugandan athlete Rebeca Cheptegei has died at Eldoret, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH), succumbing to the wounds incurred from the incident that saw him suffer burns to 30 per cent of his body. Ndiema had been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) after being rushed to the medical facility following an altercation that saw Ndiema douse Cheptegei in petrol before setting her on fire. Kenyans.co.ke has authoritatively learnt that Ndiema, a sports professional himself succumbed to the burns on Monday night. MTRH, however was yet to release a statement by the time of…
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Muthoki and Team Shines at KCB Golf Series in Nanyuki
08 Sep

Muthoki and Team Shines at KCB Golf Series in Nanyuki

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The youthful team of Jeff Muthoki, Winston Kirimi, Kevin Kabugi and Ian Kirimi returned a combined score of 116 points to emerge as the overall team winners of the 16th leg of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour at the 9-hole Nanyuki Golf Course on Saturday. Gabriel Miungi, captain Anthony Rukwaro, James Warui and Rama Maulid returned 109 points to be named as the second best team of the night at the tourney that brought together a field of 103 top amateur players. Both teams will participate in the tour’s grand finale slated for December 6, 2024. Speaking after their…
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Former Harambee stars player Collins Okoth denies murder charges
03 Sep

Former Harambee stars player Collins Okoth denies murder charges

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Former Gor Mahia and Harambee Stars midfielder Collins ‘Gattuso’ Okoth has pleaded not guilty to the murder of a 3-year-old baby in Lucky Summer Estate in Ruaraka Sub-County, Nairobi County. Gattuso, alongside his co-accused Silvia Aoko pleaded not guilty to the charges while appearing before Justice Alexander Muteti at the Milimani Law Courts on Tuesday. The Office of the Director of Public  Prosecutions (ODPP) said that the investigating officer who appeared in court refuted claims that he had declined to release a mobile phone and money belonging to Mr. Okoth during the time of his arrest. "The I.O informed court…
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