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Kenya Sevens head coach Kevin Wambua has welcomed the return of experienced scrum half Brian Tanga, as Shujaa prepare for the remaining legs of the HSBC SVNS 2 circuit in South America.Tanga rejoins the squad after recovering from a neck injury that forced him to miss the opening leg in Nairobi, where Shujaa finished third. Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe powerful halfback is now part of the travelling team heading to Montevideo, Uruguay, for the second leg scheduled for Saturday 21 to Sunday 22 March, before the series concludes in São Paulo, Brazil, on Saturday 28 to Sunday 29 March.The injury dates back to the 2025 Dala 7s quarterfinal, where Tanga was representing Kabras RFC against Nakuru RFC. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9604929##The neck injury affected his balance and vision, forcing him to step away from the game as he focused on recovery.Wambua says, Tanga’s determination throughout his rehabilitation has been remarkable, and his return adds valuable experience to the side.“Tan..

The youngest ever men’s 800m medalist at the World Indoor Championships, Noah Kibet, is looking to return to the podium on the world stage at the upcoming Championship, slated for Kujawy Pomorze, Poland, from 20 to 22 March.Kibet was 17 years and 341 days when he secured his silver medal in 2022, clocking 1:46.35 in Belgrade. He lines up for his fourth global Indoor Championships, at the age of 21.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsIn 2023, he set a Kenyan U20 Indoor record of 1:44.98 in February, at the Millrose Games.In 2025, Kibet lined up for Team Kenya in Nanjing, but was eliminated in the semi-finals, finishing fourth in his heat with a time of 1:48.90.Having regained form with victory at the 2026 Czech Indoor Gala, on 3 February, clocking 1:46.71, he is the sole representative for Kenya in the men’s 800m and aims to upgrade his previous silver to gold.Financial advice Ferdinand Omanyala gave his brother to support his fledgling sprinting careerHis most recent competition w..

Kenya’s sprint star Mark Otieno has raised alarm over the state of training facilities in the country, warning that short distance athletes may never realise full potential if urgent improvements are not made.The second-fastest man in Kenya pointed to the deteriorating condition of the Kasarani Annex track, where many athletes currently train, as a major concern.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe facility’s tartan surface was last installed ahead of the 2017 IAAF World U18 Championships at Kasarani Stadium and has not been renovated since.Years of exposure to harsh weather conditions, including heavy rains and intense sun, have taken a toll on the track, leaving it worn out and excessively hard.##NAJAVA_MECA_9604929##Otieno says this has made it unsafe for athletes who rely on it for daily training.“I am really looking forward to 2026 and, more importantly, to seeing greater support for track and field. At the moment, it feels like athletics is once again being overshadowed, ..

A total of 11 fighters are set to make their mixed-martial arts (MMA) debuts when they take part in the ANZA MMA Fight Nights 007, scheduled for Thursday, 26 March at Alchemist, Nairobi.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsIn a move to expand its talent reach, ANZA – East Africa’s premier mixed martial arts promotion – will on the upcoming fightcard involve a host of Kenyan fighters, who will join the growing domestic amateur scene from regions including: Kisii, Mombasa, Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kakamega.Headlining the six-bout fightcard will be Nairobi’s Hassan Wasswa Muhammad, who will battle it out in the highly anticipated bantamweight main event against Morgan Maina of Shadow Strikers.Wasswa, representing Nairobi Jiu-Jitsu Academy, will enter the matchup looking to solidify his place at the top of the division.”Excitement is still there” – Andiego braces second shot at pro debutIn the co-main event, featherweights Dickson Aomo of Diani Fight Club and Hamza Fahim of Mombasa Sharks..

Ethiopian athletics legend Haile Gebreselassie and reigning world marathon champion Alphonce Simbu will be the chief guests at the 22nd edition of the Sports Personality of the Year (SOYA) Awards set for Friday, 10 April at Uhuru Gardens.Speaking during the media launch on Wednesday, SOYA founder Paul Tergat said inviting the two stars aligns with a broader vision to expand the awards beyond Kenya.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more news“Under our 2025–2030 strategy, we see SOYA growing into the East African region and beyond, establishing a platform that reflects the potential and strength of African sport,” said Tergat.Gebreselassie remains one of the most decorated distance runners in history, with two Olympic gold medals in the 10,000m, four world titles, and the distinction of becoming the first man to run a sub-2:04 marathon at the 2008 Berlin Marathon before retiring in 2015.Simbu, meanwhile, represents the new generation of African marathon excellence. The Tanzanian clinched t..

When the Kenya Sevens squad for the upcoming HSBC SVNS 2 legs in Montevideo and São Paulo was announced on Friday, 13 March, one name carried a story far deeper than a simple national team call-up.David Nyangige, the explosive halfback who impressed during the Nairobi leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 at Nyayo Stadium last month, was included in the squad once again. But as he trains with the national team, Nyangige occupies a peculiar space in Kenyan rugby.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsSafe to say that he is currently the only player in the squad without a club.Behind that unusual reality lies a complex transfer saga involving Impala RFC and KCB Rugby.A journey built on opportunityFor Nyangige, rugby has never just been about the game. It has also been about building a future beyond it.His path through the club system has been far from straightforward.“I left Northern Suburbs in 2023 to join Strathmore before eventually moving to Impala during the 2024/25 season,” Nyangige tells Mozza..

USA will not send men’s or women’s 4×400m teams to the 2026 World Relays in Gaborone set for 2 and 3 May, citing difficulty securing top-tier athletes and the financial cost of sending non-A teams.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe announcement, made on Wednesday, 18 March has caused an uproar from fans, and athletes alike, who had anticipated the rivalry between the hosts and the Americans, especially in the men’s 4×400 after the two nations split wins in dramatic fashion at the 2024 Olympics and 2025 World Championships.“It is difficult for us to find top-tier US athletes who want to go. A lot of our A-team athletes have expressed that they are not interested in competing in this event,” Jay Holder, USATF Chief Content and Communications Officer says.Gebreselassie, Simbu to grace 22nd SOYA Awards in Nairobi“Financial costs of sending B or even C teams to Botswana is really significant. We just feel like there’s potentially a better use of resources for programming for those..