Gay was suffering from a nagging groin issue and had not slept a wink the night before he ran 9.69 in the 100 meters of the Shanghai Golden Grand Prix in 2009. Tyson Gay, the fastest man in American history, recently reflected on the extraordinary 2009 season that saw him clock a personal best of…
Olympic gold medalist Thea LaFond-Gadson was honored by the University of Maryland for her historic achievements during homecoming. Dominica’s first-ever Olympic gold medallist Thea LaFond-Gadson was honored in a special ceremony by the University of Maryland on Friday night for her historic achievement at the Paris 2024 Olympics. LaFond-Gadson, a 30-year-old alumna of the university,…
President William Ruto has led Kenyans in celebrating Team Kenya after Ruth Chepngetich and John Korir conquered the marathon races for both men and women in the Chicago Marathon. Chepngetich shattered the marathon world record at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, winning the World Athletics Platinum Label road race in 2:09:56. Chepngetich broke Tigist…
Alex Matuku, Njeri Irungu, Evelyne Ochienge, Michelle Okello during 6th Annual Digital Tech Awards. Over 100 leading figures from the tech industry, converged in Nairobi, Kenya to celebrate innovation and excellence in digital transformation. The annual Digital Tech Awards recognize organizations that have successfully integrated technology into their core operations, driving innovation and growth. During…
Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo has attributed his success in the 200m to three things as he explained why he finds it easier than the 100m due to these factors. Botswana’s speedster Letsile Tebogo has explained why he never struggles running the 200m, unlike his track rivals. The 200m is one of the tactical races when it…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) marked service week by establishing a service centre at the Malaba One-Stop Border Post (OSBP) to enhance trade efficiency and expand revenue collection. The under-one-roof centre “the new one-stop-shop” will integrate all partner government agencies (PGAs) operating at the Malaba OSBP to help address the traffic snarl-up, which is majorly…
The Kenya Shujaa saw off Shogun rugby in a fierce contest to retain their Safari Sevens title. Kenya Shujaa retained the Safari Sevens title on Sunday in a fiercely contested final against Shogun rugby at the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos on Sunday evening. Both teams were evenly matched in the first half with neither…
Wangaya produced an inspired performance, scoring two and assisting once as Kenya trumped Djibouti 4-0 to keep their CECAFA U-20 AFCON hopes alive. The Kenya National U-20 side Rising Stars returned to winning ways at the ongoing CECAFA U-20 AFCON qualifiers taking place in Dar Es Salaam Tanzania, beating Djibouti 4-0 on Sunday afternoon. In…
Harambee Stars are set for a crucial AFCON qualifier against Cameroon after holding their final training session in Uganda. Harambee Stars held their final training session at the Nelson Mandela Stadium on Sunday afternoon, fine-tuning preparations ahead of their crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 qualifier against Cameroon. Stars, led by head coach Engin…
Kenyan digital content creator who doubles up as a radio presenter Mulamwah is mourning the death of his foster mother. Taking to his Instagram account on Sunday afternoon of October 13, 2024, Mulamwah broke the devastating news to his followers. While mourning her sudden death, the content creator disclosed that his foster mother passed on…
Athletics Kenya (AK) has been urged to establish a sports camp in Teso North to tap and nurture the huge talents that go unnoticed in the area. Speaking during the Teso North Cross Country event, Busia Athletics Kenya Chairperson Martin Kabaka noted that Teso has a favourable climate that supports long-distance races; hence, it would…
A prominent Ugandan official has expresses interest in exploring Andre Onana’s ancestry after an intriguing conversation in Kampala. On the eve of a high-stakes 2025 AFCON qualifier between Harambee Stars and five-time African champions Cameroon, Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana had a special encounter with a top Ugandan government official. Onana, who is in Kampala…
Food for Education (F4E) has opened a kitchen in Kakamega, providing meals for over 14,000 children in 28 public primary schools. Speaking to KNA, Food for Education (F4E) Area Lead for Kisumu and Kakamega, Micheal Njiru, said Kakamega marks the 10th County that the organisation has established its presence across the country. Other counties are…
Engin Firat faces a tough decision as star striker Michael Olunga is doubtful for the AFCON qualifier against Cameroon. Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat faces the headache of finding a capable replacement for star striker and captain Michael Olunga, who remains a big doubt ahead of Kenya’s crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group…
Otieno resigned from his CEO position with rumors spreading that he was eying FKF presidency. Former Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Barry Otieno has announced his candidature for the federation’s top seat following his resignation as CEO. Otieno’s recent resignation from his CEO position, which he cited as a response to work-related…