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Kisumu to host World Talent Federation Conference next year

The conference is expected to boost tourism and innovation.

Kisumu to host World Talent Federation Conference next year

Kenyan youths gain critical digital skills to tackle cybersecurity challenges

Kenyan youths gain critical digital skills to tackle cybersecurity challenges

Harambee Starlet name squad for 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers

Harambee Starlet name squad for 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers

Kenya Cup: Who will finish top between Kabras Sugar, KCB and Oilers?

Kenya Cup: Who will finish top between Kabras Sugar, KCB and Oilers?

FKF-PL: Kenya Police and Tusker drop points

AFC Leopards claw City Stars to move in top four.

FKF-PL: Kenya Police and Tusker drop points

Women's group in Nyakach unveils sustainable economic plan to fight poverty

Jiwo Mwanadada leads Nyakach women in GBV awareness campaign

Women's group in Nyakach unveils sustainable economic plan to fight poverty

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia appoint Croatian tactician Micah new head coach

Micah will be deputized by Zico and Nam.

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia appoint Croatian tactician Micah new head coach

Odhiambo and Kourtney shine at Kings and Queens Academy Chess tournament

The fight for podium finishes was equally competitive, with Mike Terry and Kael Peace securing second and third positions in the boys' category.

Odhiambo and Kourtney shine at Kings and Queens Academy Chess tournament

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia seek redemption against Posta Rangers

Nairobi City Stars and AFC Leopards will face off in another tense fixture.

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia seek redemption against Posta Rangers

Kenya Cup: Menengai Oilers out to extend perfect run

Leaders Kabras Sugar will entertain Blak Blad in Kakamega as Quins play KCB.

Kenya Cup: Menengai Oilers out to extend perfect run

Kenya Cup: Free scoring Kabras Sugar school Kenyatta University how to play rugby

Kabras humble Blak Blad 62-6.

Kenya Cup: Free scoring Kabras Sugar school Kenyatta University how to play rugby

Kenya Cup: Omollo stars as KCB edge Quins to maintain unbeaten run

The bankers saw off Quins 38-16 at the Den.

Kenya Cup: Omollo stars as KCB edge Quins to maintain unbeaten run

FKF-PL: Omija strikes as Gor Mahia bounce back with win over Posta Rangers

Homeboyz stun Mara Sugar to stretch unbeaten run to nine matches.

FKF-PL: Omija strikes as Gor Mahia bounce back with win over Posta Rangers

Juniors set for battle at Kings and Queens Academy chess tournament

Kings and Queens Academy has established itself as a powerhouse in Kisumu’s chess scene.

Juniors set for battle at Kings and Queens Academy chess tournament

FKF Premier League top scorer Ogam crowned LGSJAK Player of the Month

Ogam leads the Golden Boot race with 15 goals.

FKF Premier League top scorer Ogam crowned LGSJAK Player of the Month

Kenya Sevens fail to have safe landing spot in Perth leg

Shujaa are ninth with 14 points after three rounds, six point away from safety.

Kenya Sevens fail to have safe landing spot in Perth leg

Christopher Junior and Meghan Hawi shine at M.A Junior Chess Championship

Juniors used the platform to prepare for the Kisumu County Regional Tournament scheduled for February 23.

Christopher Junior and Meghan Hawi shine at M.A Junior Chess Championship

Akinyi triumphs as Nyanza Golf Club celebrates January Mug winners

The tournament celebrated Nyanza Golf Club golfers born in January.

Akinyi triumphs as Nyanza Golf Club celebrates January Mug winners

KCB overcome Blak Blad to maintain unbeaten run in Kenya Cup

The bankers hammered the Kenyatta University students 33-22.

KCB overcome Blak Blad to maintain unbeaten run in Kenya Cup

Defending champions Kabras Sugar enjoy Kenya Cup sweetness

The sugar men thrashed Nakuru 57-6 in Nakuru.

Defending champions Kabras Sugar enjoy Kenya Cup sweetness

Schools: St Mary's and Koyonzo shine on day one of Yala Open Tournament

Koyonzo dominated rugby with big scores.

Schools: St Mary's and Koyonzo shine on day one of Yala Open Tournament

Perth 7s: Flying Shujaa eye revenge against New Zealand in ninth place final

Kenya Sevens saw off Uruguay and USA on Saturday after poor show at Perth 7s on Friday.

Perth 7s: Flying Shujaa eye revenge against New Zealand in ninth place final

SCHOOLS: Black Saints, Maseno, and St Anthony's Kitale to renew rivalry at Yala Open

Over 40 schools set to feature at Yala open.

SCHOOLS: Black Saints, Maseno, and St Anthony's Kitale to renew rivalry at Yala Open

Swamibapa 'A' face Kanbis 'A', Ruaraka 'A' in T20 double header weekend

Sunday’s highlight will see Ruaraka ‘A’ host to Swamibapa ‘A’ at their Thika Road backyard.

Swamibapa 'A' face Kanbis 'A', Ruaraka 'A' in T20 double header weekend

FKF-PL: Tusker eye top spot as they face Ulinzi Stars

The Brewers seek to maintain grip at the summit

FKF-PL: Tusker eye top spot as they face Ulinzi Stars

Perth 7s: Shujaa to face USA in ninth-place playoffs after stunning Uruguay

Kenya Sevens recovered from Friday’s poor show to hammer Uruguay 19-5.

Perth 7s: Shujaa to face USA in ninth-place playoffs after stunning Uruguay

Fairways come alive as January babies tee off at Nyanza Golf Club

Golfers will tee off from 7am.

Fairways come alive as January babies tee off at Nyanza Golf Club

Perth 7s: Shujaa fall to New Zealand in opener

Odongo and Ooro scored for Kenya in the 29-14 defeat.

Perth 7s: Shujaa fall to New Zealand in opener

Perth 7s: Kenya Sevens renew rivalry with New Zealand from 6am

Kenya are in Group C together with New Zealand, Fiji and Uruguay.

Perth 7s: Kenya Sevens renew rivalry with New Zealand from 6am

Shujaa humbled by Fiji as Kenya exit Perth Sevens

Kenya face Uruguay in their final pool match on Saturday but just for formality.

Shujaa humbled by Fiji as Kenya exit Perth Sevens

All set for FKF Youth League season finale

The last edition of the FKF Youth League saw Rodney Strikers emerge as winners in the Boys U15 and U13 categories.

All set for FKF Youth League season finale

Odhiambo crowned champion in Kisumu's prestigious Captain's Prize tournament

Golfers bid farewell to Thomas Odongo after exiting captaincy at Nyanza Golf.

Odhiambo crowned champion in Kisumu's prestigious Captain's Prize tournament

FKF-PL: Talanta cage AFC Leopards to bag first ever win over Ingwe

The relegation threatened outfit hit Leopards 4-2 on Saturday at Dandora.

FKF-PL: Talanta cage AFC Leopards to bag first ever win over Ingwe

FKF-PL: Ulinzi Stars, Mara Sugar shine in Saturday's action

Homeboyz survive Bidco United scare.

FKF-PL: Ulinzi Stars, Mara Sugar shine in Saturday's action

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia, Tusker renew rivalry in battle for top spot

Zico keen to lift Gor back to the top.

FKF-PL: Gor Mahia, Tusker renew rivalry in battle for top spot

FKF-PL: Tusker silence K'Ogalo to move three points clear

Kenya Police move second after win over Muranga Seal.

FKF-PL: Tusker silence K'Ogalo to move three points clear

Kenya Cup: Quins face Nondies test as battle for top four intensifies

Kabras, KCB and Oilers seek to maintain unbeaten run.

Kenya Cup: Quins face Nondies test as battle for top four intensifies

MMUST face Western Bulls in Kakamega derby in KRU Championship

Asila keen to guide MMUST to the top.

MMUST face Western Bulls in Kakamega derby in KRU Championship

FKF-PL. AFC Leopards face struggling Talanta

Ingwe are unbeaten in their last five outings, boasting impressive wins over Bandari (2-0), defending champions Tusker (4-1), and Kenya Police (1-0).

FKF-PL. AFC Leopards face struggling Talanta

Kenya Cup: Kabras Sugar hit Mwamba to maintain scoring form

Kabras sit top with 25 points after five wins in a row.

Kenya Cup: Kabras Sugar hit Mwamba to maintain scoring form

Kenya Esports Federation joins Olympic family with NOC-K recognition

Kenya makes history with NOC-K recognition of Esports Federation.

Kenya Esports Federation joins Olympic family with NOC-K recognition

Ruaraka 'A' face Kanbis 'A' in NPCA Twenty20 opener

The T20 season will feature three categories of competition; namely Super Division, Division One and Division Two.

Ruaraka 'A' face Kanbis 'A' in NPCA Twenty20 opener

Nyanza Golf Club gears up for Captain's Prize action on the shores of Lake Victoria

Tee-off begins at 7:20 a.m., with Isaac Noo, Lucy Kongani, Cynthia Achieng, and Ben Otieno leading the way.

Nyanza Golf Club gears up for Captain's Prize action on the shores of Lake Victoria

Nicholas Odhiambo shines in Clubnite as Nyanza Golf Club Captain's Prize 2025 tees off

Captain Thomas Odongo praised the participants for their outstanding performances and camaraderie.

Nicholas Odhiambo shines in Clubnite as Nyanza Golf Club Captain's Prize 2025 tees off

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