Rugby

The Kenya Simbas outscored UAE 40-0 in the final 30 minutes to seal a resounding 54-24 win in their first test match since lifting the 2024 Elgon Cup.

Shujaa lost to Samoa in their opening fixture of the LA 7s while the Kenya Lionesses fell to Brazil and Spain

Kenya’s national rugby sevens teams, Shujaa and the Lionesses, are in Los Angeles this weekend for a crucial tournament that could shape their international future. While the Lionesses remain in contention for promotion to the HSBC SVNS circuit, Shujaa face an emotional battle following a shock change in the tournament format that dashed their hopes of immediate core status return.

Chipu wrapped up their 2025 Barthes Cup campaign with a dramatic 21-20 victory over hosts Zimbabwe U20 in Harare, bouncing back from midweek disappointment to secure second place in the four-team tournament.

Former rugby player and commentator Michael Kwambo has launched a campaign to challenge World Rugby’s decision to cut the number of core teams in the World Rugby Sevens Series. Through an online petition, Kwambo is rallying fans, unions, and the media to help protect the values of diversity and inclusivity that he says are under threat.

Kabras Sugar produced a commanding performance to defeat Menengai Oilers 33-12 at the Nakuru ASK Showground on Saturday, successfully defending their Enterprise Cup title just two weeks after clinching the Kenya Cup.

Kenya’s Shujaa and Lionesses have been drawn into tough pools ahead of the promotion/relegation play-offs at the 2025 Los Angeles Sevens, where both teams will be fighting to secure spots in next season’s HSBC SVNS Series.

Olympic champions Emmanuel Wanyonyi and Beatrice Chebet were the biggest winners at the 2024 Sports Personality of the Year Awards, held Thursday night at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi.

Kabras Sugar edged past Menengai Oilers in a dramatic Kenya Cup final in Kakamega, claiming a fifth title and completing a rare four-peat despite a tense last-minute scare.

Kenya Lionesses staged a spirited comeback to defeat Thailand 27-19 and secure third place at the Krakow leg of the HSBC Women’s Challenger Series, keeping their promotion hopes firmly on track.

Kenya Lionesses ended their pool stage campaign at the HSBC Challenger Series on a high, edging out Colombia 12-5 in a tense encounter to secure momentum heading into the knockout rounds.

Menengai Oilers face Kabras Sugar in Saturday’s Kenya Cup final hoping to break a long winless streak and move one step closer to a historic treble. But with Kabras unbeaten in three seasons and playing at home, the task could not be tougher.

Shujaa’s dream of lifting the Singapore Sevens title ended in heartbreak after a second-half surge from Fiji sealed a 21-12 defeat in Sunday’s final.

Kenya’s Shujaa are one win away from history. The national sevens side edged Spain 12-5 in a hard-fought semifinal in Singapore and will now face Fiji at 2:41 PM this afternoon in a repeat of their iconic 2016 final.

Kenya rugby sevens star Patrick Odongo has been drafted into the inaugural Rugby Premier League, set to take place in India from June 1 to June 15. The tournament, which features a mix of international rugby greats and India’s best, promises to redefine the future of rugby sevens.

Shujaa reached their first main cup semifinal of the 2025 HSBC SVNS season after defeating France 10–7 in a tense Pool B clash at the Singapore Sevens, just hours after a convincing 17–7 win over Ireland.

Shujaa began their Singapore Sevens campaign with a confident 17–7 win over Ireland, as tries from Nygel Amaitsa, Kevin Wekesa, and Patrick Odongo set them on course for a potential semi-final place in the newly formatted tournament.

Mwanja has made only one change to the squad that won the first and second legs of the series, which were held in Cape Town, South Africa, on March 1-2 and March 7-8.

Kevin Wekesa's second-minute try, which Nygel Amaitsa converted, gave Shujaa a 7-5 lead at halftime.

The loss dropped Shujaa to second place in Pool C, with four points, behind Great Britain, who lead the pool with six points.

Defending Enterprise Cup champions Kabras Sugar will have the chance to retain their title after defeating KCB Rugby 25-21 in a thrilling semi-final clash at the ASK Kakamega Showground. The victory sets up a final showdown against Menengai Oilers on April 19, 2025, at the RFUEA Grounds.

The team struggled in Vancouver, losing all their matches from the pool stage to the playoffs, ultimately finishing 12th in the tournament standings.

The coach commended the Lionesses for composing themselves and taking their chances to win the two matches.

The Lionesses face Belgium (4:55 pm EAT) and Uganda (8:36 pm EAT) on Friday.

The team heads into the tournament on a high after a dominant performance in the first leg.

Kenya Lionesses are the HSBC Challenger Series champions after a hard-fought 17-12 victory over Argentina in the final at Athlone Sports Stadium on Sunday, 2 March. The win marks a historic milestone for the team, securing their first-ever Challenger Series title and boosting their chances of earning core status in the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series.

The Kenya U20 men's rugby team, Chipu, have begun preparations for their Barthes Cup title defence with the first training camp at RFUEA Grounds. With a mix of returning players and new call-ups, the squad is gearing up for the continental showdown set for April in Zimbabwe.

The team set the tone early with a commanding 20-5 victory over Samoa, led by a stellar performance from captain Grace Okulu and moments of individual brilliance from Naomi Amuguni.

A crucial tackle from Okulu disrupted Samoa's momentum, allowing Kenya to regain possession through a scrum fed by Judith Okumu.

Dubbed as the clash of the weekend, Kabras Sugar and Menengai Oilers go into the match ranked 2nd and 3rd with 44 and 41 points, respectively.

Kenya’s rugby sevens team, Shujaa, endured a winless run at the Vancouver 7s, finishing at the bottom after a narrow 19-14 loss to Ireland in the 11th-place playoff. Despite a promising start, defensive lapses cost them in the final moments, sealing their worst finish since rejoining the global circuit. As focus shifts to the Hong Kong 7s, Shujaa must regroup to avoid another disappointing outing.

Kenya Sevens endured a tough outing at the Vancouver 7s, finishing the pool stage winless before falling to Uruguay in the ninth-place semifinals. With four straight losses, Shujaa now have one last chance to salvage their campaign as they face England in the 11th-place playoff at 9:50 p.m. East African Time tonight.

Shujaa’s Vancouver Sevens campaign is on the line as they prepare for a must-win clash against Great Britain at 10:58 PM EAT today. The Kenyan side has endured a tough start, falling to Argentina and France in their opening pool matches. With two defeats, only victory can keep their tournament hopes alive.

Fijian-born Jone Kubu is set to make his debut for Shujaa at the Vancouver Sevens, joining a youthful and experienced squad. The 12-man team, announced for the tournament in Canada from February 21-23, also includes 18-year-old Jackson Siketi. Kubu and Siketi replace Benson Salem and Festus Shiasi, bringing a dynamic mix to Kenya’s Sevens squad as they face tough competition in Pool A.

The Kenya Rugby Union has confirmed that the 2025 Safari Sevens will be held in Nairobi from 10-12 October. This marks the tournament’s return to the capital after last year’s edition was staged in Machakos, the first time it was held outside Nairobi. With the confirmation coming eight months in advance, organisers now have a head start in securing sponsorship and planning a grander tournament.

Kabras Sugar and KCB Rugby continued their dominant start to the 2024-25 Kenya Cup season with convincing wins, while Menengai Oilers edged out Nondescripts to remain unbeaten. Elsewhere, Strathmore Leos, Kisumu RFC, and South Coast Pirates picked up crucial victories as Nakuru RFC’s relegation worries deepened.

Kenya Simbas have officially kicked off their 2027 Rugby World Cup qualification preparations with a four-day residential camp in Kakamega. Meanwhile, four Kenyan players have been invited to the prestigious Rhinos High-Performance Camp in South Africa

Kenya’s Shujaa ended their Perth Sevens campaign with a 19-12 loss to New Zealand in the 9th-place final, earning three points and remaining 9th in the standings. With three circuits left, the team faces a crucial push to secure a top-eight finish.

Kenya Lionesses defeated Poland 19-12 at the RFUEA Grounds on Saturday, delivering a strong statement as they gear up for the 2024-25 World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series, aiming for promotion to the elite competition.

Shujaa bounced back from Day One defeats to secure back-to-back wins over Uruguay and USA at the Perth Sevens, booking a spot in the 9th-place final against New Zealand on Sunday.

Kenya Sevens faced a tough start to the 2024-25 World Rugby Sevens Series in Perth, enduring back-to-back losses to New Zealand and Fiji. These defeats have nearly ended their hopes of advancing to the main cup quarter-finals, leaving them with a crucial but largely symbolic final pool match against Uruguay.

Shujaa has landed in Australia ahead of the Perth Sevens, ready to take on some of the world's best teams in the third leg of the 2024-25 World Rugby Sevens Series. With one week to acclimatise, coach Kevin Wambua is confident that his squad is well-prepared for the challenges ahead, aiming to break through the group stages and secure a top 8 finish.

The Kenya rugby sevens team, Shujaa, gears up for the Perth leg of the 2024-25 World Rugby Sevens Series with the return of star player Vincent Onyala. Following a strong showing in Dubai and Cape Town, Shujaa aims to build momentum and secure a top-8 finish.

Kenyan rugby enthusiasts are bracing for a year packed with action, with the 2025 season set to feature major events both locally and internationally. From the Kenya Cup battles to World Cup qualifiers in the Rugby Africa Cup, the calendar offers plenty to look forward to.

Kenya’s Shujaa is set to battle Australia and Spain in Pool B at the Cape Town 7s this weekend. The tournament, part of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, features a new format with four pools of three teams each. Shujaa aims to improve on their 10th-place finish in Dubai as the series moves to South Africa.

Shujaa triumphed over Ireland 21-7 in a spirited performance at the Dubai 7s, advancing to the ninth-place final where they will face Uruguay. Kenya's clinical defense and creative play secured the victory in a fiercely contested match.

Kenya Simbas retained the Elgon Cup title with a narrow 27-25 victory over Uganda Cranes at Nairobi's RFUEA Grounds.

Kenya’s head coach Jerome Paarwater has unveiled the 23 players set to face Uganda this afternoon in the opening leg of the Elgon Cup.

Kabeberi Sevens takes place on the weekend of 24-25 at the RFUEA Grounds along Ngong Road

The Dala 7s, the latest leg of the National Sevens Circuit, delivered thrilling action and standout performances as Kabras Sugar clinched the Division One title while MKU Thika celebrated a victory in Division Two. Held at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Kisumu on August 17th and 18th, the tournament showcased intense competition, with Kabras Sugar ultimately emerging as the champions after a dominant final performance. The event also saw notable performances from Menengai Oilers, KCB, and Kenya Harlequins, among others.