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South Africa Sevens legend Rosko ‘Specmagic’ Specman has pointed out one feature he believes makes Kenyan rugby unique.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsSpecmagic identified physicality as one of the defining features. He, however, believes the country’s players can reach greater heights by balancing their strength with effective ball movement.“What makes Kenyan rugby unique is just the physicality. But you know, for rugby, you need to have a balance. Sometimes you can be physical, but sometimes you let the ball do the work. And I think that is where South Africa are now,” he said.Brian Wahinya opens up on painful doping ordeal and journey to healingThe former Blitzboks star also backed the Kenya Morans, expressing confidence that the side has the quality to compete in the HSBC SVNS 2 division or even the top tier of international sevens rugby.“The Morans, that whole team can play at the HSBC SVNS 2 or even the main division,” he added.The Morans have continued to provide dep..

Kenya Sevens center Chrissant Ojwang has revealed why he was not in action at the 28th edition of the Safari 7s from Friday, 9 to Sunday, 11 October at the Nyayo Stadium.Ojwang explained that an ankle injury sustained during training ruled him out of the tournament, where Shujaa went on to retain their title without one of their most recognisable players.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsShujaa successfully defended their crown, beating Kenya Morans 19-5 in an all-Kenyan final to cap off a dominant campaign.“I injured my ankle during a training session,” Ojwang explained.##NAJAVA_MECA_10052244##Although he could not contribute on the pitch, the Nakuru RFC ace found satisfaction in watching his teammates deliver, particularly as new players stepped up during the three-day tournament.“It was a good feeling watching the boys putting in the shift, new boys coming in, and it is a great thing. Sometimes it is good to just sit back and watch what other players can offer, and it is t..

Lawi Buyachi has acknowledged the demands that come with taking charge of Menengai Oilers as he begins his new role in Nakuru.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsBuyachi was appointed Oilers head coach ahead of the 2026/27 season, taking over from Gibson Weru, who had been at the helm since 2016.The appointment marks a significant milestone in Buyachi’s coaching career, having worked his way up through different rugby setups before earning the opportunity to lead a club of Oilers’ stature.However, his first competitive assignment did not go according to plan, as the defending champions suffered a 31-24 defeat to KCB Rugby in the Impala Floodlights quarterfinals on Saturday, 17 October.##NAJAVA_MECA_10036278##Despite the disappointing result, Buyachi is confident that the experience will provide valuable lessons as he works to shape the team for the challenges ahead.The former Kabras RFC player admitted that he had mixed feelings when he learned he would be taking charge of Oile..

Elvis Olukusi has credited his stint with Monaco Rugby Sevens in France for transforming his game.The KCB Rugby forward has enjoyed a remarkable run of success across both the national and international stages.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsOlukusi earned an opportunity to represent Monaco at the prestigious In Extenso Supersevens in August, gaining valuable exposure to a different rugby environment that has since helped elevate his performances.The 2026 In Extenso Supersevens adopted a new format, featuring two two-day tournaments in Biarritz and Pau, replacing the previous three separate single-day legs.##NAJAVA_MECA_10036278##The Kenyan was part of a Monaco side that immediately demonstrated its championship credentials at the Biarritz tournament held from Saturday, 21 to Sunday, 22 August.For Olukusi, the experience proved to be more than just an opportunity to compete abroad, as it helped sharpen his understanding of the game and develop his decision-making on the pit..

Former Kenya Harlequin forward Charlton Mokua has been appointed Kisii RFC head coach, with the club targeting promotion to the Kenya Cup next season.Mokua will take over from Nelvin Lumiti, who has been serving as interim coach following the departure of Lee Arstone.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsArstone left Kisii to join Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar as a backs coach, creating a vacancy that attracted five applicants, according to club chairman Bob Onchong’a.Onchong’a said the club settled on Mokua because of his longstanding association with Kisii RFC and his understanding of its history and philosophy.“Mokua is one of the pioneer players of the club, and when he showed interest, we settled on him. He understands the club’s history and philosophy. The other coaches who applied were overqualified,” the Chairman told The Star.Former Kenya Sevens star Biko Adema lands coaching job in QatarMokua began his playing career at Kisii before featuring for several Kenya Cup si..

Former Kenya Sevens star Biko Adema has landed a coaching assignment in Qatar after being appointed head coach of Doha Morans RFC ahead of the opening leg of the Qatar Rugby Federation (QRF) National 7s Series.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAdema, who represented Kenya on the international stage for nearly a decade, led the Doha-based outfit as they began their campaign in the first round of the series on Friday, 16 October at the Onaiza Training Grounds in Dafna.The appointment marks another chapter in Adema’s rugby journey, transitioning from a decorated playing career with Shujaa to developing talent and imparting his experience beyond Kenya’s borders.How teams can break Kabras’ hegemony in Rugby 15sUnder the banner of “Shujaa Pride – Kenya to Qatar,” Adema is expected to bring the attacking philosophy and intensity associated with Kenya Sevens to the Morans as they seek to make an early statement in the competition.The team has named Peter Kariuki as captain, with Patr..

The 43rd edition of the Impala Floodlit Rugby Tournament is set to kick off with a blockbuster showdown between defending champions Menengai Oilers and record winners KCB Rugby on Saturday, 17 October.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe highly anticipated quarter-final clash headlines the opening weekend of “Episode 43” as clubs gear up for three weekends of intense pre-season action at the Impala Grounds along Ngong Road.Oilers will be out to defend the title they won last year, but standing in their way are a KCB side eager to reclaim the crown and make an early statement ahead of the new Kenya Cup season.How teams can break Kabras’ hegemony in Rugby 15sThe two sides renew their rivalry in a repeat of last year’s quarter-final encounter, which saw Oilers emerge victorious on their way to lifting the trophy.With a place in the semi-finals at stake, both teams will be under pressure to deliver in what promises to be one of the weekend’s standout fixtures.The tournament draw..

Kenya will host the 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup from Saturday, 7 to Sunday, 8 November November at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi, with 12 nations set to battle for the continent’s top honours and a coveted ticket to the World Rugby SVNS Division 3. Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe 13th edition of the continental competition will coincide with Rugby Africa’s 40th anniversary celebrations, adding significance to the two-day tournament that will bring together some of Africa’s leading women’s rugby sevens teams.Kenya will host the competition for the second time, having previously staged the tournament at the RFUEA Grounds in May. The upcoming edition will see the Kenya Lionesses enjoy home advantage as they seek to improve on their runner-up finish in the previous tournament.The 12 participating nations have been divided into three pools of four teams each.Humphrey Kayange impressed with Kenya Sevens rebuild after relegationHosts Kenya have been drawn in Pool B alongside ..

Talented Menengai Oilers halfback Glacious Nganya has explained why he chose jersey number 29.For Nganya, the number 29 jersey is more than just a number on his back. It is a tribute to a player he admires, a reflection of his rugby inspiration, and a symbol that is increasingly becoming synonymous with his growing reputation in Kenyan rugby.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsNganya was among the standout performers as Shujaa successfully defended their Safari 7s title over the weekend. His national team call-up followed a breakthrough National 7s Circuit season.The scrum-half was part of the team that won the Africa Men’s 7s title with the Morans.His exploits at the continental tournament earned him a promotion to the senior national team alongside fellow debutants Elvis Olukusi and Kabras RFC youngster Rayvon Ambale for the Safari 7s.Humphrey Kayange impressed with Kenya Sevens rebuild after relegationWhile Nganya’s speed, distribution and attacking instincts have caught the..

Former Kenya Sevens captain Humphrey Kayange has praised the rebuilding process within the Kenya Sevens setup, saying the emergence of young talent and growing squad depth are encouraging signs as Shujaa work on their return to the HSBC SVNS Main Division.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsKenya’s rebuilding journey began in May 2023 when Shujaa suffered relegation from the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series after losing 12-7 to Canada in the relegation playoff final at Twickenham Stadium in London on May 20. The defeat ended Kenya’s two-decade stay among the series’ core teams.The setback prompted sweeping changes to the technical bench, with Kevin Wambua appointed head coach on 4 August, 2023, replacing Damian McGrath, whose tenure lasted 14 months.Meet South Africa’s fleet-footed beast who left fans in awe at 2026 Safari 7sLouis Kisia was named assistant coach as Kenya embarked on a rebuilding exercise aimed at restoring the team’s competitiveness on the international stage.Wam..