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All set for Nakuru boxing tournament

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-01 06:00:00

Boxers ready to mark the Labour Day celebration at K-Fitness Gym in Nakuru

Kingi, Onyinkwa star at Labour Day Boxing Championships

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-02 06:00:00

Elijah Kingi defeated Kalande Bilali on a unanimous points decision to scoop the super-light heavyweight title of the Labour Day Boxing Championships

Youngsters continue to play with hope of talent not going to waste

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-04 16:06:53

It might sound like a dream that will never come true, but for Young Talents Soccer Academy goalkeeper Ben Somba, his ambition is to one day play for Arsenal in the English Premier League.

Former Kenya Lionesses head coach Felix Oloo is dead

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-05 11:05:00

Former Kenya Lionesses head coach Felix Oloo is dead following a tragic road accident in the United States of America

Boxers leaving nothing to chance ahead of Nakuru leg

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-07 06:00:00

Boxers eye glory as National Boxing League opens in Nakuru, with veterans and rising stars targeting titles and national selection.

Why every boxer wants to go to Nakuru

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-08 16:20:00

When questions were thrown to boxers on their preferred destination to host crucial boxing championships, most of them fell in love with Nakuru. 

Why Oloo will be remembered as a true legend of Kenyan rugby

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-09 07:00:00

The former Kenya Lionesses and Nakuru RFC coach played a key role in developing talent.

Inaugural Darts Championships enters knockout stages

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-10 15:37:04

The inaugural Baboon Challenge Darts Championships enters the knockout stages this morning at Summit Resort in Nakuru City.

Boxers ready for battle in Nakuru

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-13 06:19:00

Boxers are eager to catch the eyes of national selectors in the first leg of the National Boxing League at Old Town Hall in Nakuru.

How Gor Mahia legend Allan Thigo earned '90-minute man' nickname

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-13 14:57:33

Allan Thigo is a man who played in all positions but started as a midfielder. He could tirelessly create impossible scoring opportunities into goals

Okong'o leads experienced boxers into finals

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-16 06:35:00

Africa Boxing Championships middleweight champion Edwin Okong’o stormed into the finals in the first leg of the National Boxing League in Nakuru yesterday.

Benga fans gather in Tanzania to honour icon Daniel Owino Misiani

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-17 10:27:51

Fans of late Benga legend Daniel Owino Misiani are marking 20 years since his death with celebrations in Kenya and Tanzania, culminating in a major tribute event in his native Shirati Village.

Mixed results for top boxers as Police, KDF lead after first leg

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-18 00:00:00

Defending champions Kenya Police and Kenya Defence Forces shared the lead after the opening leg of the National Boxing League in Nakuru, as several top boxers suffered surprise defeats.

World Boxing and IBA fete Kenyan referees as Mwaura promoted

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-19 16:09:55

Two Star 3 Kenyan referees and judges have been feted by World Boxing (WB) as Edward Kibunja Mwaura of Kenya Prisons was promoted by International Boxing Association. 

Mustard Seed School swimmers reap big in Nakuru Gala

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-23 08:45:00

It was a tale of good harvest as Mustard Seed School reaped big in the Kenya Aquatic Association Nakuru Swimming Gala at Mustard Seed International School yesterday.

Topik make a good start at Timau Stores Challenge Cup

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-23 09:35:00

Topik hammered Engeo 8-2 to make a good start at the Timau Stores Challenge Cup at Northern Kenya Polo Club in Timau yesterday.

How Kayamba Africa Group built a continental music brand over 27 years

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-24 09:58:43

Kayamba Africa Group says it is drawing inspiration from legendary Congolese bands like TP OK Jazz and Afrisa International while building a sustainable music institution.

Africa Youth Chess champion Njarumi now eyes global glory

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-24 10:47:26

Before winning, 14-year-old-Wayne Joe Njarumi was beaten several times in local chess championships in his age category. 

Wanjala eyes top prize in Nakuru

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-28 00:00:00

After a fair play at the Africa Continental Tour in Mombasa last weekend, Pascal Wanjala is ready for another epic tussle on Saturday.

Top players determined to leave a mark at second KPA tournament

By Ben Ahenda   2026-05-29 00:00:00

Once again, top riders gather at Timau Sports Club for the second competition of Kenya Polo Association (KPA) calendar of events.