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30 Aug

Sports Committee to impose a Kshs. 500,000 fine on Sports PS Peter Tum for Skipping Accountability Meetings

Reporter0 CommentsNews, SportsNational Assembly, Peter Tum, Sports

The National Assembly Committee on Sports has issued a stern warning to Sports Principal Secretary Peter Tum, threatening to impose a Kshs. 500,000 fine over his repeated absence from crucial accountability meetings. The meetings were intended to address delays in the establishment of Sports Academies and the completion of stadium construction, among other key issues. The Committee, chaired by Webuye West MP Hon. Dan Wanyama, expressed its frustration today after Tum skipped a meeting for the fourth time. According to Wanyama, the PS had sent a last-minute communication stating that he would be unable to attend due to unavoidable circumstances.…

18 Aug

Kenya Police FC Debuts in CAF Confederations Cup with Crucial Clash Against Ethiopia’s Coffee Sports SC Today

Reporter0 CommentsSportsCAF Confederations Cup, Coffee Sports SC, Kenya Police FM

Kenya Police FC is set to make its much-anticipated debut in the CAF Confederations Cup today, Sunday, August 18, 2024, with a critical match against Ethiopia's Coffee Sports SC at Nyayo National Stadium, kicking off at 3:00 PM. This pivotal encounter follows Kenya Police FC’s recent triumph in the 2024 Mozzart Bet Cup, where they clinched the title in a dramatic final against KCB. The match ended in a tense goalless draw during regular time, leading to a nail-biting penalty shootout. Kenya Police FC emerged victorious with an 8-7 win, securing not only the domestic cup but also their place…

15 Aug

MPs urge for fair pay, recognition, and motivation for athletes

Reporter0 CommentsSportsAthletics, Faith Kipyegon

Members of Parliament have called for Kenya to participate in more sports at future Olympic Games. After giving a standing ovation to Team Kenya for their success in the recent Paris Olympics, the MPs stressed the need to invest in a wider range of sports for better representation and continued global success. They have challenged the Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen, to expand Kenya's participation in more disciplines at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Led by Mwingi West MP Hon. Charles Nguna, the MPs observed that in this year’s Olympics Kenya's participation was…

14 Aug

Junior Stroke Play Semi-Finals Light Up Sigona

Reporter0 CommentsSportsGolf

Four junior golfers have qualified for the semi-finals of the 2024 NCBA Kenya Junior Match Play Championship which is a qualifier for the Strokeplay championship. Bianca Ngecu will face Krish Beiju in the first semi-final while Junaid Manji will face Tsevi Soni in the second semi-final. Bianca Ngecu had a good start in the championship after beating Adnan Merali 5 and 4 to qualify for the second round of 16. She then beat Lee Kimani 6 and 5 to advance to the last eight in the quarterfinal. In the tough last eight, Bianca had no problems dispatching Hazel Kuria 7…

30 Jul

Nakuru County To Support Darts

Reporter0 CommentsSportsDarts, Nakuru County.

Nakuru County Chief Officer for Youth, Sports, and Talent, Alex Maina, has pledged to support the county's darts leadership and nurture talents across the region. Maina announced that resources have been allocated to establish mini stadiums in the county's eleven sub-counties to promote darts as both a talent and a potential career path for players. Speaking at a hotel in Njoro Sub-county, where thirty teams from Nakuru, Kiambu, Baringo, and Nairobi Counties participated in an event organized by the Kenya Darts Association Council, Maina assured players that the county will seek public-private partnerships to develop frameworks and policies supporting and…

30 Jul

Four Lucky Kenyans Win Tickets to the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris

Reporter0 CommentsSportsMpesa Foundation, Safaricom, VISA

Safaricom, through M-PESA, in partnership with VISA, has today awarded four lucky Kenyans, namely, Mwaniki Munuhe from Nyahururu, Abdirahaman Faysal, Abdinasir Barre and Michael Chege Kariuki from Nairobi with a fully paid trip to Paris for the ongoing Summer Olympic games. The four won their tickets to Paris in the just-concluded MPESA GlobalPay promotion. They transacted using the M-PESA GlobalPay Virtual Visa Card to qualify for the weekly draws and later earned the winning spots. The winners will have an opportunity to be accompanied by a companion of their choice to Paris to enjoy various track and field events while…

29 Jul

CEOs Golf Day: A Premier Networking Event for Industry Leaders

Reporter0 CommentsSportsGolf

Nine years ago, what started as a celebration of the CEOs of Thika Greens' birthdays has evolved into one of the most anticipated events in the corporate calendar. The annual CEOs Golf Day, organized by Corporate Masters, attracts captains of industry, managing directors, CEOs, heads of parastatals, and top-level executives from various industries. The event has grown in both size and significance, becoming a key date for the business elite to gather and network. The CEOs Golf Day is more than just a golf tournament; it is a unique networking opportunity. For many of the participants, it is the highlight…

21 Jul

NBA Africa and AFD Launch Youth Development Program in Kenya

admin0 CommentsSportsBasketball, NBA

NBA Africa and Agence Française de Développement (AFD) have proudly announced the launch of the Jr. NBA & AFD Basketball Experience, a groundbreaking youth development initiative aimed at promoting physical and mental well-being through basketball. The program was unveiled today at the Kenya Academy of Sports (KAS) in Nairobi with the refurbishment of two outdoor basketball courts and a basketball clinic for 150 boys and girls aged 16 and under. The Basketball Experience program will feature weekly sessions focusing on both basketball skills and life lessons, designed to educate Kenyan youth on the importance of physical and mental health. This…

21 Jul

President Isaias Afwerki Receives Eritrean National Team Ahead of Paris Olympics

admin0 CommentsSportsAsmara, Eritrea, Isaias Afwerki

Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki welcomed the Eritrean National Team athletes at his office in Adi-Halo. The team is set to compete in the Paris Olympic Games, which begin next week. During the meeting, President Isaias expressed his unwavering belief that Eritrea will produce top-tier international athletes across various sports. He highlighted the importance of grassroots development, emphasizing the need to establish the necessary infrastructure and facilities throughout the country. President Isaias stressed the importance of expanding the scope of sports beyond a few areas and organizing continuous competitions across all regions. This approach, he noted, is essential for nurturing athletes…

15 Jul

Strathmore Leo crowned 2024 Embu 7s champions

admin0 CommentsSportsEmbu 7s, Rugby, Strathmore Leos

Strathmore Leos are the 2024 Embu7s champions, making it three years in a row. They defended the title after securing a 19-5 win over Catholic Monks in the final clash. Kabete Stallions settled for a bronze medal after beating Rugby On The Road winning 19-12 while hosts Embu Dragons beat AP warriors 22-0 to win Plate trophy. Head Coach for Strathmore leo Willis Ojal noted that it was not easy to defend the cup noting of defensive errors that he seeks to adress in the next games of the circuit. KRFUA Director Moses Mukabane urged counties to create more sporting…