Leading rugby clubs will have a strong presence in the national teams set to compete at the 2026 Safari 7s, with players from across the domestic circuit earning selection for both Shujaa and Morans.The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) named the squads that will represent the country at the tournament, which is scheduled for Friday, 9 to Sunday, 11 September at the Nyayo National Stadium.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsKenya will field two men’s sides, Shujaa and Morans, at the Safari 7s, while the Kenya Lionesses will also be in action in the women’s competition.KCB Rugby Club leads the way among the men’s teams, contributing nine players to the national setup.The bankers’ contingent comprises: Elvis Olukusi, George Ooro, Vincent Onyala, Samuel Asati, David Nyangige, Nygel Amaitsa, Festus Safari, Richel Wangila and Floyd Wabwire.##NAJAVA_MECA_962325##Kabras Sugar Rugby Club is the second-highest contributor with seven players. The Kakamega-based side is represented by: Kevin Wekesa, Patrick Lumumba, Brian Mutua, Mathias Osimbo, Mike Lukusi, Jackson Siketi and Rayvone Ambale.Strathmore Leos, Menengai Oilers, Mwamba Rugby Club and Daystar Falcons each supplied three players.Strathmore’s trio consists of: Stanislous Shikoli, Gabriel Ayimba and Victor Mola, while Menengai Oilers have John Okoth, Glacious Owino and Lucky Onyango in the national setup.Willis Ojal lists reasons for stepping down as Strathmore Leos coachMwamba have: Eugene Ojiambo, Dennis Ndayala and Tony Omondi, while Daystar Falcons’ representatives are Clinton Amukuachi, Arnold Agonda and Patrick Odongo.Nakuru RFC contributed two players in Graham Shimon and Chrisant Ojwang.MMUST Rugby Club, Kenya Harlequin, and Kisumu RFC each have one representative, with Flavian Otiyo, Brighton Omondi and Harrison Mauve respectively earning selection.The distribution highlights the depth of Kenya’s domestic sevens circuit, with players from established clubs and university sides all contributing to the national programme.Ashiundu reveals how Kabras teammates supported him after painful loss of family memberThe women’s national team has an even more concentrated club representation, with the Kenya Lionesses’ provisional 21-player squad drawn from six clubs.Mwamba RFC and Kenya Harlequins lead the way with seven players each, while Impala RFC have five representatives. NYS and French club Racing 92 each have one player.Mwamba’s seven-player contingent includes Naomi Amuguni and Maureen Chebet, both listed as fast props; power prop Faith Livoi; scrum-halves Edith Nariaka and Beatrice Osimbo; fly-half Sinaida Mokaya and winger Janet Okello.Harlequins are represented by Sheila Chajira and Yvette Okech at hooker, power props Phoebe Otieno and Angel Salamba, scrum-half Maxine Abuga, centres Moreen Muritu and Marvel Oswago, and winger Freshia Oduor.Three LA28 Olympics qualification pathways available for Shujaa and LionessesImpala RFC’s contingent includes: Nelly Chikombe, Diana Awino, Stella Wafula and Judith Auma, while Charity Nilla represents NYS.The squad also includes Grace Okulu, a fly-half based at French club Racing 92.
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