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African rugby could soon enter an exciting new chapter if a proposal currently under discussion materialises.The idea is simple but ambitious: a continental Africa 7s Rugby Series that mirrors the structure of the World Rugby Sevens Series, while drawing inspiration from successful domestic circuits such as Kenya’s National 7s Circuit.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsPicture multiple tournaments hosted in different African countries, with national teams travelling across the continent and accumulating points at every stop! At the end of the series, the team with the highest tally would be crowned the overall champion.What has long been a dream among fans and stakeholders might now be inching closer to reality.##NAJAVA_MECA_9584780##The proposal was tabled during the Rugby Africa Annual General Meeting held in Uganda last month. Kenya has now emerged among the countries leading the push for its implementation. If the idea takes shape, the popular Safari 7s could form one of the ..

The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) is working on a long-term strategy aimed at increasing the number of competitive opportunities available to local clubs by expanding cross-border competitions.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsCurrently, local clubs have no exposure to international tournaments, however, KRU officials believe that strengthening club competitions across borders will eventually translate into more competitive platforms for national team players.In an exclusive interview with Mozzart Sport, KRU Director of Fixtures and Competitions Leslie Mwangale noted that the introduction of cross-country competition within the Enterprise Cup is a key step towards achieving this goal.Kenya leads push for proposed Africa 7s Rugby Series“We have limited tournaments for our 15s national team, Simbas. However, we are starting with the cross-country Enterprise Cup, opening it up so that now the first year we are doing Uganda-Kenya, and as it grows, we will be able to bring in more countrie..

Former KCB Rugby coach Oliver Mang’eni has weighed in on the challenges currently facing Kenyan rugby, offering a candid assessment of what he believes must change for the sport to grow.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsThe former Kenya Simbas lineout specialist did not mince his words as he reflected on the state of the domestic game, particularly the Kenya Cup, where many fixtures struggle to attract large crowds or widespread attention.According to Mang’eni, Kenyan rugby must first position itself as a strong and attractive product before it can expect to draw significant interest from sponsors and fans.“The main problem Kenya Rugby has is that it is not commercialized, and it is not a product that can attract sponsors. Because, for instance, Impala is playing Daystar, no one knows, no one cares, and you get that the only fans who come are the students that come to support their own and a bit of old wazees from Impala,” Mang’eni told Mozzart Sport.##NAJAVA_MECA_9593375##The c..

Kabras RFC head coach Carlos Katywa has dismissed what he described as misleading statistics circulating on social media about his team’s performance. The South African gaffer insisted that the numbers being shared do not reflect the reality on the pitch.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsKatywa spoke to Mozzart Sport after Kabras’ Kenya Cup clash against KCB Rugby on Saturday, 7 March, where the Sugarmen demonstrated efficiency despite limited attacking opportunities inside the opposition’s red zone.During the rain-soaked encounter, Kabras only managed to enter KCB’s 22 twice, yet both visits resulted in points, contradicting claims on social media that the team struggles to convert chances in scoring areas.Ksh1 million fine and other penalties included in match fixing bill currently in parliamentKabras had initially struggled to gain territory for much of the first half as KCB dominated possession and field position. However, the Sugarmen eventually broke into the hosts’ 22 and..

Kenya Sevens will welcome back Kabras RFC playmaker Brian Tanga as they prepare for the upcoming Montevideo and São Paulo legs of the SVNS Division 2 circuit.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsTanga, who suffered a serious injury on Sunday, 18 September 2025, during the Dala 7s quarterfinal against Nakuru RFC, had been sidelined due to issues affecting his balance and vision. His return comes after an extended recovery period away from competitive rugby. He has, however, been ongoing rehabilitation and training with the Kenya Sevens.##NAJAVA_MECA_9597795##The Shujaa squad made a promising start to the season in Nairobi, finishing third in the opening leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 at Nyayo National Stadium from Saturday 14 to Sunday 15 February. The team recorded four wins from five matches, signaling strong form early in the series.The fourteen men that will be carrying the weight of Kenya as Shujaa head out for the second and third legs of the 2026 #HSBCSVNS2 in Montevideo and Sao Paul..

The Kenya Lionesses will travel to the upcoming Montevideo and Sao Paulo legs of the HSBC SVNS 2 Series without one of their key players, Grace Adhiambo.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsAdhiambo will miss the two crucial tournaments as she will be on duty with her France-based club, Racing 92, which is entering an important phase of its season.##NAJAVA_MECA_9597795##Her absence is a notable blow for the Lionesses, who are seeking to improve their standing in the competition as they push for better results in the remaining legs of the series.Head coach Simon Odongo has, however, welcomed back a number of players who had been sidelined in recent months. Among them is talented scrum-half Judith Auma, who returns to the squad after a lengthy spell out with injuries.Auma has struggled with fitness issues since last year and missed several major tournaments, including the Safari 7s in October, the Africa Women’s 7s in November, and the opening leg of the Division 2 series held in Nai..

The 2026 Kenya Cup regular season reaches its climax on Saturday with a string of high-stakes fixtures across the country, headlined by the highly anticipated Rai derby between Kabras Sugar RFC and Menengai Oilers RFC at the ASK Showground in Kakamega.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe heavyweight clash could prove decisive in determining who finishes top of the standings, with Kabras eager to secure a victory that would guarantee them first place heading into the playoffs.The Nakuru-based Oilers, however, will arrive equally motivated knowing that a win could propel them to either second or even first position, depending on the outcome of the fixture between KCB Rugby and Daystar Falcons.Brian Tanga returns as Shujaa squad for Montevideo and San Paulo legs is namedOilers name strong squad for Kakamega testMenengai Oilers have named a formidable matchday squad for the trip to Kakamega as they look to make a statement in the business end of the season.Lock Ibrahim Ayoo will ca..

Defending champions Kabras Sugar RFC extended their remarkable unbeaten run in the Kenya Cup after defeating arch-rivals Menengai Oilers RFC 27-13 in a tightly contested clash played on Saturday, 14 March at the ASK Kakamega Showground.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More NewsKabras signaled their intent early, repeatedly opting for lineouts in kickable areas inside the Oilers’ 22-metre line.Their near-perfect execution at the set piece allowed them to pile pressure on the visitors and dictate the early tempo.##NAJAVA_MECA_9593440##The strategy paid off after 15 minutes when Erick Cantona spotted space inside the Oilers half and attempted a 50-22 kick but fell just short.Although Oilers secured the resulting lineout, Kabras stole possession and launched an attack that eventually led to the opening try.Skipper George Nyambua powered over the whitewash from a pick-and-carry following several attempts off lineouts. Cantona added the conversion to give Kabras a 7-0 lead.Oilers responded mo..

Kenya Lionesses will have to navigate the remaining legs of the HSBC SVNS 2 series without one of their most experienced players, Grace Adhiambo, after the influential playmaker was ruled out due to club commitments in France.Adhiambo, who plays professionally for Racing 92, is currently with the French side as they approach the decisive phase of their season, making her unavailable for the upcoming assignments for the Lionesses.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsLionesses head coach Simon Odongo confirmed that the dependable player will miss the crucial legs in Uruguay and Brazil because her club requires her services during this important stretch.“Grace misses out because of club commitments. Remember, she is a professional at Racing 92, so she is busy, and they are at the tail end of the season, and they need her more, so she misses out sadly on this event,” Odongo said.Her absence is a significant blow for the Lionesses, who are looking to improve their position in the standi..

Kenya Lionesses head coach Simon Odongo is confident that the return of talented scrum half Judith Auma will inject fresh energy into the squad as the team prepares for the remaining two legs of the HSBC SVNS 2 series in South America.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsThe powerful halfback has been included in the travelling squad heading to Montevideo, Uruguay, for the second leg scheduled for Saturday, 21 to Sunday, 22, before the series concludes in São Paulo, Brazil, from Saturday, 28 to Sunday, 29 March.Auma returns after a lengthy spell on the sidelines following an ankle injury sustained last year. The injury ruled her out of key competitions, including the Safari Sevens, the Africa Women’s Sevens, and the opening leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 series held in Nairobi.Why talented Grace Adhiambo will miss out on remaining HSBC SVNS 2 legsDespite the time away from the pitch, Odongo expressed confidence that the scrum half still possesses the qualities needed to make an impact, eve..