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Uganda’s U20 team departs for Oregon after high-altitude camp in Kenya

  Coach Immaculate Chemutai said Team Uganda has completed its high-altitude training camp in Kaptagat, Kenya, and departed for Oregon ahead of the 2026 World Athletics U20 Championships. In a post on Facebook, Chemutai described the training camp as a memorable experience, thanking God for the team’s safety, guidance and good health during their stay….

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Olympic Champion Beatrice Chebet Embraces Motherhood, Says She ‘Can’t Stop Smiling’

  Olympic champion Beatrice Chebet has offered an emotional glimpse into her new life as a mother, sharing that the arrival of her newborn has brought her immense joy and profoundly transformed her life. In a heartfelt message posted on social media, the Kenyan long-distance star said she “can’t stop smiling,” describing motherhood as a…

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From Struggle to Success: Joyce Kemuma’s Inspiring Journey to Marathon Glory

  On a chilly morning in Kapsabet, as the first rays of sunlight break through the rolling hills of Nandi County, Joyce Kemuma is already several kilometres into her daily training run. There is no renowned coach shouting instructions from the roadside. No sports scientist monitoring her heart rate. No manager arranging lucrative races overseas….

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Quiet Queen of the Mountains: How Joyce Njeru Conquered the World’s Toughest Running Trails

  While Kenya continues to celebrate its marathon legends and track superstars, another champion has quietly built a remarkable global legacy in a discipline that remains unfamiliar to many Kenyans ‘mountain running.   Nyahururu based runnFor three consecutive years, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) athlete Joyce Muthoni Njeru has dominated the Mountain Running World Cup, cementing…

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Serem Leads Kenyan Clean Sweep in Commonwealth Games Steeplechase

  Edmond Serem led a memorable Kenyan clean sweep in the men’s 3,000m steeplechase at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, delivering a commanding performance to secure the gold medal. Serem stormed to victory in 8:18.23, while compatriot Simon Koech followed closely to take silver in 8:18.59. Leonard Bett completed the podium sweep, clocking 8:21.63 to…

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Kapsabet Stadium Set to Transform Sport into Economic Opportunity

An aerial view of the Kapsabet Stadium under construction next to the Eliud Kipchoge Sports Complex in Nandi County. Once completed, the Government-owned facility will provide athletes with free access to a modern venue for training and competition, further strengthening the county’s sporting ecosystem. The rising Kapsabet Stadium is expected to do more than produce…

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Athletics Kenya launches digital Athlete Hub to strengthen transparency and restore trust

Athletics Kenya (AK) has unveiled a new digital platform aimed at transforming athlete management, enhancing transparency and supporting the country’s efforts to restore confidence in Kenyan athletics amid the fight against doping. The Riadha Connect Athletes Hub, launched in Eldoret on Wednesday, will serve as a centralized database for athletes, coaches, managers, doctors, support staff,…

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Team Kenya Eyes Commonwealth Glory as Government Promises Better Athlete Support

Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi speaking during Team Kenya flag- off ceremony in Nairobi on July 20, 2026. Team Kenya has been officially flagged off for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with the government expressing confidence in the country’s athletes while reaffirming its commitment to improving sports infrastructure, athlete welfare and reward schemes. Speaking during…

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