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More Than Just a Kit: The design process of Kenya’s Olympics’ athletics kit
Michael Kirwa    |    1 month ago

Sportswear manufacturer Nike recently released the official kit for Team Kenya athletes for the upcoming Paris Olympics

Somali-born Abdi Nageeye wins Rotterdam marathon
AFP    |    1 month ago

The Somalia-born Nageeye clocked 2hr 04.45min, finishing five seconds ahead of Ethiopian Amedework Walelegn.

AK chief lauds World Athletics’ KSh 6.4 million cash reward for Olympic gold medalists
Michael Kirwa    |    1 month ago

World Athletics recently announced the enticing prize monies that await podium finishers at the upcoming Paris Olympics

16-year-old sensation smashes Usain Bolt's 22-year-old record
Rama Mohammed    |    1 month ago

Despite battling through recent injuries, including a persistent hamstring problem, Bramwell exuded confidence before the highly-anticipated race.

Kenya reveals Paris Olympics Marathon teams
Rama Mohammed    |    1 month ago

The final three and two reserves will be announced a day to the olympics

Botswana sprinter Letsile Tebogo to compete at Kip Keino Classic, sets epic clash with Omanyala
Michael Kirwa    |    1 month ago

This year's Kip Keino Classic will be held on Saturday 20 April at the Nyayo National Stadium

Mo Farah applauds Somali athlete Abdulahi Jama after stellar show at African Games
Rama Mohammed    |    1 month ago

Abdullahi Jama defied odds to win silver in the men's 5000m final race in the recently concluded African Games in Accra, Ghana

Brigid Kosgei, Dinkalem Ayele win Lisbon Half Marathon
Rama Mohammed    |    1 month ago

Kenyan Brigid Kosgei won the Lisbon Half Marathon as expected, crossing the finish line in 1:05:51

Kenya set to host ISF World Cross Country Championship
Rama Mohammed    |    1 month ago

500 athletes from 20 nations have already registered for the event scheduled for May 10th to May 14th

NOC-K takes charge of Kenyan sprinters ahead of Paris Olympics
Rama Mohammed    |    2 months ago

The National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) has taken over Kenyan sprinters programme ahead of the Paris Olympics.

Eliud Kipchoge stuns senior military officers with 116 life values
Michael Kirwa    |    2 months ago

Eliud Kipchoge recently delivered a riveting Lecture of Opportunity at the National Defence College in Karen, Kenya, stunning senior military officers by sharing a list of 116 deeply personal values which shed light on the essence of his remarkable journey and offered profound wisdom to the audience.

Kenyan runner Winnie Jemutai banned for doping violations
Rama Mohammed    |    2 months ago

Boinett admitted to the violations, citing an injury and a lack of documentation for medications as contributing factors

Court orders Athletics Kenya officials to vacate positions for fresh elections
Joseph Ndunda    |    2 months ago

The High Court has ordered Athletics Kenya officials, including Chairman Lt. Gen. Jackson Tuwei, to vacate offices immediately. It has also directed a review of the organisation's constitution and fresh elections within 90 days

Kipruto breaks Tokyo Marathon record as Kipchoge endures career-worst finish
Rama Mohammed    |    2 months ago

Benson Kipruto made headlines at the Tokyo Marathon by shattering the course record, contrasting sharply with Eliud Kipchoge's unexpected struggle, as he recorded his worst-ever finish in 10th place.

Kipyegon and Kiptum shine bright at 20th SOYA Gala
Rama Mohammed    |    2 months ago

The late Kelvin Kiptum and double world record holder Faith Kipyegon emerged as the shining stars of the 20th edition of the Sports Personality of the Year Awards (SOYA) Gala. Kiptum, honored posthumously after his tragic passing in a road accident last month, was recognized for his outstanding achievements, including breaking the Chicago Marathon record with a staggering time of 2:00:35.

Kenyan athlete Charles Kipkorir collapses, dies after race in Cameroon
Eastleigh Voice Reporter    |    2 months ago

Kipkorir who succeeded in crossing the finish line thereafter, collapsed after collecting his prize. He was rushed to the hospital where he died minutes later.

Kenya bids solemn farewell to marathon sensation Kiptum
AFP    |    2 months ago

Kiptum is set to be laid to rest later today at his farm in Naiberi, Uasin Gishu County.

Hundreds honour athletics prodigy Kelvin Kiptum in Eldoret funeral procession
Eastleigh Voice Reporter    |    2 months ago

Kiptum's coffin was carried in a hearse through the streets of Eldoret town with some people singing and others holding burning candles. 

Kelvin Kiptum died from severe head injuries - autopsy
Mary Wambui    |    2 months ago

He said the nature of the injuries matched that of a motor vehicle accident and that samples had been picked for further analysis.

Star marathoner Kelvin Kiptum's burial moved to Friday
Eastleigh Voice Reporter    |    2 months ago

Athletics Kenya announced the change via X on Tuesday, saying its offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday in Kiptum's honour. 

Kenyan athletics icon Henry Rono succumbs to illness
Rama Mohammed    |    3 months ago

The passing of Henry Rono comes as a profound loss to the athletics community, further compounded by recent tragedies within the sport.

Athletics Kenya cancels African Games trials in tribute to Kelvin Kiptum
Rama Mohammed    |    3 months ago

Athletics Kenya says the cancellation is in honour of World Marathon record holder who passed on recently in tragic road accident

Kenyan athlete Sarah Chepchirchir banned for 8 years by Athletics Integrity Unit
Rama Mohammed    |    3 months ago

Analysis conducted by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) accredited laboratory in Bangkok revealed the presence of Testosterone metabolites, a prohibited substance under the WADA 2023 Prohibited List.

Kelvin Kiptum: From humble beginnings to world record holder
Rama Mohammed    |    3 months ago

Kiptum had only recently announced he was hoping to smash the mythic two-hour mark in Rotterdam in April.

State takes over Kelvin Kiptum's burial plans
Mary Wambui    |    3 months ago

The marathoner died on Sunday night following an accident at Kaptagat Forest along Eldoret -Ravine road.

Details emerge of Kelvin Kiptum's fatal crash
Mary Wambui    |    3 months ago

The athlete drove in the ditch for about 60 metres before hitting a big tree.

Kelvin Kiptum, Agnes Tirop and others: Kenyan athletes who died in their prime
Mary Wambui    |    3 months ago

Among them are Agnes Tirop, Samuel Wanjiru, Nicholas Bett and Richard Chelimo.