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University sports key to curriculum, say VCs as national games kick off

University sports are a critical component of academic training and a platform for promoting diversity, vice chancellors have said as the 2025 National University Games officially got underway. University of Eldoret Vice Chancellor Prof Thomas Cheruiyot and his Meru University of Science and Technology counterpart Prof Romanus Odhiambo said sports play a vital role in…

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Chepsaita Cross Country Set for December 6, Draws 10,000 Athletes

This year’s edition of the prestigious Chepsaita Cross Country is scheduled for December 6, under the theme “Running for Education.”The annual event is expected to attract more than 10,000 athletes, reaffirming its place as one of Kenya’s top community-driven races. Speaking during a press briefing in Turbo Constituency, race patron Farouk Kibet said the event…

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Beldine Odemba named Betika/SJAK coach of the month

Harambee Starlets’ masterful tactician, Beldine Odemba, has been named the Betika/SJAK Coach of the Month for October. Odemba’s exceptional leadership paid off as she guided the Starlets to a historic CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualification milestone, a testament to her dedication and expertise, just two years into her appointment. After eliminating Tunisia…

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Kenya to Host Two Major Basketball Championships in November

  Kenya Basketball Federation Deputy Treasurer Loise Araka(left) Nairobi City Thunder coach Bradley Ibs addressing the media in Nairobi on 30th October 2025 ahead of the upcoming continental basketball championships. Kenya will host two premier continental basketball tournaments in November, the Women’s Basketball League Africa Group D qualifiers and the Road to BAL Elite 16,…

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Chepkwony and Chepkorir Shine as Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon Raises Record KSh 76 Million for Charity

Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon 42km women winner Hellen Chepkorir (middle) receives a dummy cheque from Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano along with Naomi Chepkorir (left) who clinched second position and Scholastica Chepkemboi third respectively The streets of Nairobi came alive on Sunday morning as thousands of runners from across the globe took part in the…

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