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Kenya's fists of fury

By Ben Ahenda   2026-02-09 07:00:00

Kenyan professional boxers has little time to rest as they gear up to numerous fights this year.

Top ten polo youngsters to watch in 2026

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-06 14:52:48

With a sudden rise in the number of young talented riders, the selection of teams for international championships will be more intense this year compared to last season against experienced players.

Mgamery triumphs at Davis Cup duel

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-12 10:26:34

International youngster Amani Nzomo once again did not disappoint in the finals of the Davis Cup at Nairobi Polo Club yesterday.

Polo stars battle for honours at Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-17 09:17:00

The MVP diadem puts pressure on all players who will take part in the tournament to make good use of their spaces to make them shine in the fight for top honours.

Menengai Oilers bag Nakuru derby bragging rights once again

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-17 21:42:38

Menengai Oilers won their fourth Kenya Çup derby against their next-door neighbour Nakuru RFC 43-7 at ASK Nakuru Showground on Saturday.

Gem Forest make positive start at Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-18 00:00:00

Gem Forest defeated Pure Travel 7.5-3 to make a positive start in this year's edition of Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup at Nairobi Polo Club.

Veteran Benga star Kabaselleh decries copycat Ohangla music in Western Kenya

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-19 09:27:29

The Orchestra Kiddi Masanga Band leader noted that the problem is most prevalent among younger artistes who, he claims, are flooding the market with remixes rather than authentic music.

From breadbasket to brick and mortar: The death of Nakuru farmlands

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-22 06:00:00

Suitable crops in the region included grains, vegetables, and fruits.

Counties ready for boxing championships

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-22 00:00:00

With a rise in the number of boxers who have joined the sport of trading punches, County Boxing Championships have been lined up from this week and next week ahead of the National Championships.

Kasarani and Thailand rule Nairobi event

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-23 18:28:00

Kasarani Youth and Thailand landed more boxers in the finals on the penultimate day of Nairobi County Novices Championships at Umoja Boxing and Arts Club.

Hassa Bitchuka: Swahili voice behind DDC Mlimani Park Orchestra's greatest hits

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-25 09:48:50

Bitchuka's work often contained moral teachings in different aspects of life, a factor that influenced lovers of his Kiswahili songs to share them widely, including in primary and secondary schools.

Four counties name boxers for National Novices Championships

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-26 09:24:52

Four counties have finished selection trials of their teams for the National Novices Championships to be hosted in Nairobi on February 5-7.

Veuve Cliquot win Soldier's Salute ahead of Chairman's Cup action

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-27 00:00:00

Veuve Cliquot finally won the Soldier’s Salute Championships as teams prepare for Chairman’s Cup at Nairobi Polo Club Cup this weekend. 

More branches head for counties Novices bouts to pick teams

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-28 06:40:00

Mombasa County Boxing Association Secretary-General Chrispin Onyango said they are ready for the event.

Selection trials for World Universities Cross County Championships bound team heads to Kitui

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-29 00:00:00

The institutions of higher learning are determined to come up with a formidable side that should retain and maintain Kenya’s presence in the middle and long running.

Ambitious Mwirigi sets his sights on Chairman's top prize

By Ben Ahenda   2026-01-30 00:00:00

Mike Mwirigi hopes to replicate a similar performance at the Chairman’s Cup tomorrow at the Nairobi Polo Club.

Legendary band Simba Wanyika set for revival decades after founders' death

By Ben Ahenda   2026-02-01 09:29:08

Plans are underway to revive Simba Wanyika decades after the deaths of its founders.

Tusker Malt on verge of capturing 2026 Chairman's Cup

By Ben Ahenda   2026-02-01 16:56:09

Tusker Malt is one step away from capturing the 2026 Chairman’s Cup.

Nzomo and Ngugi star at Nairobi Club tourney

By Ben Ahenda   2026-02-03 00:00:00

It was Raphael Nzomo of Tusker Malt and Mbu Ngugi of BMW who emerged as men of the match as their respective teams fought to a 4-4 draw in the 2026 Chairman's Cup title tournament.

Counties target national boxing event positions

By Ben Ahenda   2026-02-04 00:00:00

With the conclusion of the Counties Novices Boxing Championships, branches are eager to have their boxers get promoted to the next level after the National Championships.