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No time to rest for Kipyegon yet as she heads to New York

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-01 06:00:00

Faith Kipyegon will renew rivalry with Ethiopia's Gudaf Tsegay and world bronze medallist Jessica Hull of Australia at Athlos meet.

Elijah Lagat: From a heart problem to athletics glory and politics

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-02 06:00:00

Legendary athlete Elijah Lagat's visit to a doctor in the 1980s inspired him to join athletics and he shot to international fame after winning the 1997 Berlin Marathon.

Will Kenya survive tough Wada sanctions as compliance deadline ended last night?

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-03 06:00:00

Kenya was on Thursday holding onto hope as uncertainty hung over the country’s compliance with the World Anti-Doping (Wada) rules.

Athletes get their millions as red carpet rolled out for Tokyo Worlds superstars

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-03 00:00:00

The country’s team to the 2025 World Athletics Championships was on Thursday hailed for their historic performance in Tokyo.

Uncertainty as Rivatex fires 3000 employees

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-03 19:49:00

From salary delays to scaled-down operations and to huge losses, the textile company once again became a pale shadow of its former self.

Why Kenyan men must sweat more to win gold medals at global athletics events

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-05 08:00:00

They have been challenged by their women counterparts after losing dominance at the Tokyo World Championships.

Kenya survives sanctions for now but has four months to comply

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-05 06:52:00

Kenya survived serious sanctions after the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) gave it four months to be fully compliant with rules governing clean sport.

Zakayo quits athletics as allegations cast shadow over war against doping

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-05 08:00:00

In the last few days, concerns have been raised about whether rogue elements were frustrating top athletes as Edward Zakayo who is serving a two-year ban quits athletics, citing frustrations.

Adak now denies mishandling Zakayo's disciplinary case

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-07 19:39:39

Zakayo alleged a conspiracy between Adak officers and his management to subject him to sanctions for missed tests despite losing his mobile phone.

Eldoret man who married at 99 dies; heartbroken widow, 43, vows to stay single forever

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-08 12:57:00

The 102 year old rested a happy man after three years of enjoyment with his wife Alice Jemeli, who was just 40 years of age during their colorful wedding.

Moi University sidelined as new investor takes over Rivatex

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-09 14:00:27

Moi University has been sidelined as a new investor takes over the struggling textile manufacturer, Rivatex East Africa.

Kipyegon gets Sh7.7m after winning Athlos NYC

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-11 16:08:14

Faith Kipyegon won Sh7.7 million in prize money and a heartwarming crowning by tennis legend Serena Williams.

Kipyegon kicks off another holiday after winning Athlos NYC

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-12 07:10:32

Kipyegon will be connecting with family and enjoying more bed rest after winning Sh7.7 million in prize money and a heartwarming crowning by tennis legend Serena Williams.

Kipyegon, Chebet and Wanyonyi nominated for World Athletics awards

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-13 16:18:47

The golden girls, Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet were on Monday nominated for the women’s track athlete of the year while Emmanuel Wanyonyi is in the men’s category.

Ex-minister Jebii Kilimo joins UDA, declares bid for Marakwet East MP seat

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-13 20:38:00

Former Cabinet Minister Linah Jebii Kilimo on Monday declared her return to politics as she joined the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party.

Who will be voted the Track Athlete of 2025?

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-15 07:00:00

Beatrice Chebet, Faith Kipyegon and Emmanuel Wanyonyi were nominated for Track Athletes of the Year awards.

Varsity flags Eldoret City Board nominee's degree as fake

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-23 12:48:39

The university confirmed that a Bachelor's degree in Business Management presented by Kitur as part of his academic credentials was not issued by the institution.

Athletics stars upbeat as Eldoret gets ready for world cross trials

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-24 06:00:00

The stage is set for a thrilling national trial for the 2026 World Cross Country Championships in Eldoret on Saturday, and stars are getting ready to make the Kenyan team.

Benyo, Chebet to lead Kenyan cast to Florida World Cross

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-26 07:27:33

Double Olympic and World champion Beatrice Chebet will be in Team Kenya as the defending champion.

Kenyan trio nominated for 2025 out of stadium award

By Stephen Rutto   2025-10-28 08:43:19

Ngetich was nominated just hours after setting a world lead of 1:03:08 at the Valencia half marathon on Sunday.