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In The Headlines

Adhiambo secures Japanese move Masinde Muliro end winless streak as Strathmore stun Oilers Nondies march on as chasing pack fights for playoff slots KCB stay top with victory over plucky Monks Kenya Cup action resumes with MD 8 fixtures
Kenya Cup News

Adhiambo secures Japanese move

Feb 7, 2023
Kenya Cup News

Masinde Muliro end winless streak as Strathmore stun Oilers

Feb 4, 2023
KRU Championship News

Nondies march on as chasing pack fights for playoff slots

Feb 4, 2023
Kenya Cup News

KCB stay top with victory over plucky Monks

Feb 4, 2023
Kenya Cup News

Kenya Cup action resumes with MD 8 fixtures

Feb 2, 2023
Kenya Cup News

Adhiambo secures Japanese move

Feb 7, 2023
Kenya Cup News

Masinde Muliro end winless streak as Strathmore stun Oilers

Feb 4, 2023
Kenya Cup News

Adhiambo secures Japanese move

Feb 7, 2023

Grace Adhiambo Okulu has joined Japanese club side, Nagato Blue Angels. The Kenyan international fly half joins on a six…

Kenya Cup News

Masinde Muliro end winless streak as Strathmore stun Oilers

Feb 4, 2023

Masinde Muliro registered their maiden win of the season, defeating hosts Homeboyz 21-10 at the Jamhuri Park. Facebook Comments

KRU Championship News

Nondies march on as chasing pack fights for playoff slots

Feb 4, 2023

Nondescripts march towards Kenya Cup promotion is unstoppable, and Saturday’s 62-13 demolition over Shamas was further testament of this. The…

Kenya Cup News

KCB stay top with victory over plucky Monks

Feb 4, 2023

An entertaining match day eight fixture at the KCB Sports Club in Ruaraka saw leaders KCB stay top of the…

Kenya Cup News

Kenya Cup action resumes with MD 8 fixtures

Feb 2, 2023

The Kenya Cup is back after a one week break as we head into the final four games of the…

KRU Championship News

KRU Championship: Top four out to cement playoff slots

Feb 2, 2023

Saturday’s KRU Championship action takes place with a total of six fixtures spread across Nairobi, Diani, Kakamega, Eldoret and Kabarak.…

News Shujaa

Shujaa drawn in Pool C at Los Angeles 7s

Jan 30, 2023

Shujaa is in Pool C for the sixth round of the World Rugby Sevens Series in Los Angeles, USA on…

News Shujaa

Shujaa climb to 12th after Sydney 7s

Jan 30, 2023

Shujaa closed out the Sydney 7s in 11th place after exiting the tournament with a 26-24 defeat to Tonga in…

Kenya Cup News

Impala stay top with thrilling victory over Mwamba

Jan 30, 2023

Impala stayed top of the Women’s Kenya Cup with a 28-17 win over defending champions Mwamba in an entertaining fixture…

KRU Championship News

Nondies stay top, Pirates climb to second after rescheduled fixtures

Jan 30, 2023

There were wins for leaders Nondescripts, South Coast Pirates, Daystar Falcons as the second tier KRU Championship rescheduled fixtures were…

Kenya Cup News

Kabras climb to second

Jan 30, 2023

Defending champions Kabras Sugar climbed to second on the Kenya Cup log with a 57-0 win over Homeboyz in a…

News Shujaa

Sydney 7s Day 1 & 2 Round Up

Jan 28, 2023

Shujaa rallied from a 0-14 score to finish third in Pool B with a 24-19 win over Uruguay at the…

News Shujaa

Willy Ambaka to leave Shujaa

Jan 26, 2023

Willy Ambaka is set to leave the Kenyan Sevens national team, Shujaa, after this weekend’s Sydney 7s, the fifth round…

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Kenya confirmed as 2023 World Rugby U20 Trophy host

Jan 26, 2023

The World Rugby U20 Championship and U20 Trophy return for the first time since the pandemic with the tournaments hosted…

News Shujaa

Kenya great Collins Injera calls time on rugby career

Jan 24, 2023

Kenya legend Collins Injera has called time on his rugby career. Injera, Kenya’s all time try scorer on the World…

Nationwide News

Nationwide Round Up

Jan 23, 2023

MKU Nairobi edged KCA Sparxx 18-11 in Nairobi action which also saw Administration Police Warriors pull off a 21-10 over…

Nationwide News

Nationwide: Close scores characterize Western region action

Jan 23, 2023

Saturday’s KRU Nationwide Western fixtures witnessed close scores in the four of the five fixtures that were played. Facebook Comments

Nationwide News

Pirates secure vital win to keep playoff hopes alive

Jan 23, 2023

South Coast Pirates climbed to third on the KRU Championship log after defeating Shamas 24-8 in match day 7 action…

Kenya Cup News

Nervy win sees KCB stay top as Kabras,Oilers hammer their opponents

Jan 22, 2023

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News Shujaa

New Zealand 7s: Day 2 Round Up

Jan 22, 2023

Shujaa finished the New Zealand 7s in 10th place after losing the 9th place playoff 5-26 to Samoa on Sunday…

News Shujaa

New Zealand 7s: Day 1 Round Up

Jan 21, 2023

Shujaa will play in the 9th place quarterfinal at the New Zealand 7s in Hamilton after finishing fourth in Pool…

Kenya Cup News

Everything to play for as Kenya Cup action intensifies

Jan 20, 2023

Another Saturday…Another round of Kenya Cup action… Things are heating up as the league phase draws closer to an end……

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Impala take early lead in Women’s Kenya Cup

Jan 18, 2023

Last season’s runners up Impala are currently top of the Women’s Kenya Cup after the latest round of action. The…

Kenya Cup News

KCB rock Mwamba, Blak Blad stun Oilers as Kabras crush Nakuru

Jan 15, 2023

Leaders KCB ran riot at Madaraka, crushing hosts Mwamba 82-10 in Kenya Cup match day six action on Saturday 14…

Kenya Cup News

Masinde Muliro on the ropes as Kenya Cup approaches halfway stage

Jan 13, 2023

It is match day six, technically the half way stage in the league phase of the competition. Some teams will…

News Shujaa

Kenya Sevens legend Injera inducted into Fiji’s Rugby Town Walk of Fame

Jan 11, 2023

Kenya Sevens ace Collins Injera has described his induction to Fiji’s Rugby Town Walk of Fame in Sigatoka as a…

News Shujaa

Otieno, Tanga return as McGrath hands debuts to Okoth and Wabwire

Jan 11, 2023

Alvin Otieno and Brian Tanga return to the Shujaa squad for the fourth and fifth legs of the HSBC Sevens…

Nationwide News

Close scores mark Nationwide return in Nairobi and Coast

Jan 9, 2023

Close scores characterized action in the KRU Nationwide Nairobi region clubs’ category. Facebook Comments

Kenya Cup News

Oilers win Nakuru Derby, Mwamba steal it from Strathmore, Machine win at last

Jan 7, 2023

Menengai Oilers won the Nakuru Derby, barely just, edging rivals Nakuru 25-18 at the Nakuru Showground as the Kenya Cup…

Kenya Cup News

KCB maintain perfect run with victory over Blak Blad

Jan 7, 2023

KCB stayed top of the Kenya Cup with a 24-3 victory over Blak Blad in match day five action at…

KRU Championship News

Impala smash UoE Trojans to revive promotion hopes

Jan 7, 2023

Impala returned to winning ways with an emphatic 36-13 whitewash of visiting University of Eldoret Trojans in KRU Championship action…

KRU Championship News

Daystar climb to second as Championship returns from festive break

Jan 7, 2023

Daystar Falcons moved to second on the KRU Championship log, rallying from a 3-10 deficit at the break to defeat…

News Shujaa

Injera set for induction into Rugby Town Walk of Fame

Jan 7, 2023

Shujaa great Collins Injera will be inducted into the Rugby Town Walk of Fame during the Coral Sevens in Sigatoka,…

Kenya Cup News

Nakuru derby highlights Kenya Cup match day 5

Jan 6, 2023

Kenya Cup action returns this weekend after breaking for the festive season. We are technically heading into the business end…

Kenya Cup News

Quins busiest as mid-season transfer window closes

Jan 4, 2023

Kenya Harlequin have reinforced their ranks with the confirmation of 11 signings following the closure of the 2022/23 Kenya Rugby…

Kenya Cup KRU Championship Nationwide News

Kenya Rugby Union Mid Season Transfers ( 2022/23)

Jan 4, 2023

A total of 58 players changed clubs during the 2022/23 KRU mid season transfer window. The full list appears below.…

Lionesses News

Adhiambo is November’s Sports Personality of the Month

Dec 20, 2022

Lionesses’ fly half Grace Adhiambo on Tuesday was crowned the LG/SJAK Sports Personality for the Month of November. She steered…

Kenya Cup News

Kenya Cup Match Day 4 Round Up

Dec 17, 2022

Trailing 7-10 at the break, Catholic Monks pulled off the result of the round,stunning Mwamba 24-23 in Kenya Cup match…

KRU Championship News

Championship Match Day 4 Round-up

Dec 17, 2022

Nondescripts will close out the calendar year leading the KRU Championship log after winning away at University of Eldoret. The…

Kenya Cup News

KCB, Kabras in Eric Shirley Shield drivers’ seat

Dec 17, 2022

After four rounds of the Eric Shirley Shield reserve league, it is KCB and Kabras Sugar who occupy the top…

News Shujaa

SportPesa returns as Shujaa sponsors

Dec 15, 2022

SportPesa and Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) have signed a Ksh126 million three-year partnership deal that covers the men’s national sevens…

Lionesses News

Mwanja wins StarTimes/SJAK Coach of the Month Award

Dec 14, 2022

Kenya Lionesses head coach Dennis Mwanja has been named the inaugural StarTimes/SJAK Coach of the Month after he was selected…

News Training & Education

National Youth Service benefits from Level 1 coaching course

Dec 14, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) hosted a World Rugby Level 1 Coaching Course at the National Youth Service (NYS) Training…

News Shujaa

Cape Town 7s: Shujaa 21 Canada 10: Match Report

Dec 11, 2022

Shujaa claimed three points from the Cape Town 7s after defeating Canada 21-10 in the 13th place final at the…

News Shujaa

Cape Town 7s: Shujaa 19 Uganda 5: Match Report

Dec 11, 2022

Shujaa are through to the 13th place final at the Cape Town 7s after defeating East African  rivals Uganda 19-5…

News Shujaa

Cape Town 7s: Shujaa 14 Ireland 19: Match Report

Dec 11, 2022

Shujaa will face Uganda in the 13th place semifinal at the Cape Town 7s after losing 19-14 in sudden death…

Kenya Cup News

Kenya Cup Match Day 3 Round Up

Dec 11, 2022

Mwamba ended Blak Blad’s unbeaten run with a 19-10 victory at Madaraka. Facebook Comments

KRU Championship News

Championship Match Day 3 Round Up

Dec 11, 2022

Nondescripts consolidated their lead in the KRU Championship with a 29-10 win over Kisumu at the Ngong Racecourse on Saturday…

Nationwide News

Nationwide League Round Up

Dec 11, 2022

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Lionesses News

Impala, Mwamba, Nakuru early pacesetters in Women’s action

Dec 10, 2022

Defending champions Mwamba, Impala and Nakuru are the early pacesetters in the Women’s League.  The trio are tied on 5…

News Shujaa

Cape Town 7s: Shujaa 5 New Zealand 31: Match Report

Dec 10, 2022

A second loss at the Cape Town 7s means Shujaa are out of the cup competition. This follows their 5-31…

News Shujaa

Cape Town 7s: Shujaa 5 Argentina 19: Match Report

Dec 9, 2022

Shujaa began their Pool C campaign at the Cape Town 7s with a 5-19 defeat to Argentina at the Cape…

Kenya Cup News

Kenya Cup Match Day 3 Preview

Dec 9, 2022

The fixtures get interesting as we head into Kenya Cup match day three. Facebook Comments

KRU Championship News

Championship Match Day 3 Preview

Dec 9, 2022

Leaders Nondescripts will be out to maintain their lead as the KRU Championship enters match day three on Saturday 10…

Kenya Cup News

Olago content after KCB away win

Dec 6, 2022

KCB Head Coach Curtis Olago was a content man after his side defeated Masinde Muliro 41-0 in Kenya Cup match…

News Shujaa

Shujaa begin Cape Town campaign against Argentina

Dec 6, 2022

Shujaa get the Cape Town Sevens underway with a match against Argentina at 3.22pm on Friday 9 December 2022. They…

Kenya Cup News

Katywa pleased with Kabras win at Machine

Dec 6, 2022

Kabras Sugar Head Coach Carlos Katywa has expressed delight at his team’s 41-0 win away to league returnees Mean Machine…

Kenya Cup News

Asila rues poor set piece in KCB defeat

Dec 6, 2022

Masinde Muliro Head Coach John Asila has rued his side’s poor approach to the set piece as they fell to…

Kenya Cup News

Mean Machine Head Coach Abok remains optimistic

Dec 6, 2022

Mean Machine have conceded 113 points in their opening two fixtures of the current Kenya Cup league, having lost 6-72…

News Shujaa

Shujaa land in Pool C for Cape Town 7s

Dec 5, 2022

Shujaa have been placed in Pool C for the third round of the Sevens World Series in Cape Town, South…

Kenya Cup News

Kenya Cup Match Day 2 Round Up

Dec 3, 2022

Menengai Oilers stayed top of the Kenya Cup with a 24-10 win over hosts Kenya Harlequin at the RFUEA Ground…

KRU Championship News

KRU Championship Match Day 2 Round Up

Dec 3, 2022

Nondescripts maintained their imperious run in the second tier KRU Championship, defeating hosts USIU Martials 42-3 at the USIU Ground.…

News Shujaa

Dubai 7s: Shujaa 17 Fiji 21: Match Report

Dec 3, 2022

Shujaa exited the Dubai 7s after a 17-21 defeat to Fiji in the 9th place semifinal at The Sevens Stadium…

Lionesses News

Lionesses exit Dubai with plate semifinal defeat

Dec 3, 2022

The Kenya Lionesses exited the cup competition at the International Invitational Competition at the Dubai 7s after losing 0-33 to…

News Shujaa

Dubai 7s: Shujaa 17 Canada 7: Match Report

Dec 3, 2022

Shujaa are through to the 9th place semifinal in Dubai after defeating Canada 17-7 on Saturday morning. Herman Humwa and…

News Shujaa

Dubai 7s: Blitzboks 27 Shujaa 12: Match Report

Dec 2, 2022

The Kenya Sevens Men’s team, Shujaa fell 12-27 to South Africa in their second Pool A match at the Sevens…

News Shujaa

Dubai 7s: Shujaa 19 Australia 19: Match Report

Dec 2, 2022

Shujaa have started the Dubai 7s with a 19-19 draw against Australia. They were quick off the blocks, pinning the…

Kenya Cup KRU Championship Nationwide News

Mid Season Transfer Window 2022/23 Season

Dec 2, 2022

As per the Kenya Rugby Regulations ( 11.11.2), There shall be a mid season window open for fourteen days (…

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World Rugby announces revamped sevens series format

Nov 30, 2022

World Rugby has outlined an exciting new framework for the future of the Sevens World Series. The remodelled Series will…

News State Of the Union

Kenya Rugby Union addresses the current state of the players

Nov 28, 2022

The attention of the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) has been drawn to the social and mainstream media reports of the…

News Training & Education

Weru, Agalo embark on journey towards Level 3 accreditation

Nov 27, 2022

Kenyan coaches Gibson Weru and Alex Agalo have embarked on the journey to attain World Rugby Level 3 coaching certification.…

Kenya Cup News

Oilers, Blad register big margins as Homeboyz and Strath win narrowly

Nov 26, 2022

Last season’s runners up Menengai Oilers began their campaign with a 72-6 win over league returnees Mean Machine at the…

Kenya Cup News

Champions Kabras put Monks to the sword

Nov 26, 2022

Defending champions Kabras Sugar started their Kenya Cup defense with a 40-13 win over newly promoted Catholic Monks at the…

Kenya Cup News

Winning start for KCB as Kenya Cup kicks off

Nov 26, 2022

KCB started the 2022/23 Kenya Cup with a 38-0 victory over Kenya Harlequin at the KCB Sports Club in Ruaraka…

Kenya Cup News

Zetech stun Impala as KRU Championship begins

Nov 26, 2022

Impala began life in the second tier on the wrong footing, losing their season 16-18 opener to newcomers Zetech Oaks…

Nationwide News

Nationwide Match Day 1 Round Up

Nov 26, 2022

The third tier KRU Nationwide league kick off on Saturday 26 November 2022 with action across the Nairobi, Coast, Rift…

Kenya Cup News

Match officials confirmed for season opening weekend

Nov 25, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Referee Association (KRRA) has released the names of match officials to preside over fixtures on the opening…

News Shujaa

Omondi, Muhati set to debut as McGrath names squad to Dubai and Cape Town

Nov 25, 2022

There are debuts for Ronnie Omondi and Bob Muhati as Damian McGrath named the Shujaa squad to the second and…

Lionesses News

Mwanja names Lionesses squad to Dubai

Nov 25, 2022

Head Coach Dennis Mwanja has named the Lionesses squad that will play in the Dubai Sevens International Invitational Women’s Category…

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KRU signs MoU with Japanese organizations

Nov 22, 2022

Sunday 20 November 2022 saw the Kenya Rugby Union sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japanese organizations Hiraku Company…

Kenya Cup News

Kenya Cup returns on Saturday

Nov 21, 2022

Match day one of the new Kenya Cup season is set for Saturday 26 November 2022 with a total of…

News Simbas

Simbas end RWC qualification campaign with loss to Hong Kong

Nov 18, 2022

Kenya ended the RWC 2023 Final Qualification Tournament in fourth place after losing 22-18 to Hong Kong in their final…

News Simbas

Simbas receive further Hildana support

Nov 17, 2022

The Hildana Lodge, sponsors of the Kenya men’s national fifteens team, Simbas, have extended further support to the side who…

News Simbas

Hemingways Collection boosts Simbas

Nov 17, 2022

The Kenya men’s fifteens national team, Simbas, have received a boost from Hemingways Collection ahead of their final fixture at…

News Simbas

Late changes for Simbas ahead of Hong Kong clash

Nov 17, 2022

There are late changes to the Simbas ahead of Friday’s final RWC 2023 Final Qualification Tournament fixture against Hong Kong…

News Simbas

Odera names Simbas squad for Hong Kong assignment

Nov 16, 2022

There are eight changes to the Simbas starting fifteen as they face off with Hong Kong in their final fixture…

Lionesses News

Lionesses opponents in Dubai revealed

Nov 16, 2022

The Kenya national women’s sevens team, Lionesses, have been drawn in Pool A at the Dubai Sevens International Invitational Women’s…

Kenya Cup News

Kabras win inaugural Victoria 15s as KCB retain Floodies title

Nov 14, 2022

There were victories for Kabras Sugar and KCB as pre-season tournaments came to close in Kakamega and Nairobi. Kabras Sugar…

News Simbas

Simbas crash out of World Cup contention

Nov 14, 2022

Trailing 0-35 at the break, the Simbas hopes of qualifying for the 2023 Rugby World Cup came crashing down as…

Kenya Cup News

Kabras, Masinde Muliro battle for inaugural Victoria 15s title

Nov 11, 2022

The curtains fall on the inaugural Victoria 15s pre-season tournament when Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar and town rivals Masinde…

News Simbas

Kenya v Portugal: Mike Aung reaction to team announcement

Nov 10, 2022

Simbas Assistant Coach Mike Aung reacts after announcing the squad for their second match of the Final Qualification Tournament against Portugal…

News Simbas

Wamalwa debuts as Simbas make 12 changes for Portugal clash

Nov 10, 2022

There are a total of twelve changes as the Simbas take on Portugal in their second clash at the RWC…

News Shujaa

Shujaa’s Dubai 7s fixtures confirmed

Nov 10, 2022

Shujaa will begin their campaign at the Dubai Sevens with a clash against series leaders and defending champions Australia, before…

Kenya Cup News

KCB and Nondies to clash in Floodie final

Nov 10, 2022

The curtains fall on the pre-season Impala Floodlit when the tournament’s most dominant team over the past decade takes on…

Lionesses News

Lionesses rise to 25th in latest World Rugby rankings

Nov 10, 2022

The Lionesses are the biggest movers in the latest World Rugby women’s world rankings. The Dennis Mwanja coached side defeated…

News Simbas

Siminyu, Weru earn rave reviews from World Rugby pundits

Nov 9, 2022

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Kenya Cup News

Impala Floodies, Victoria 15s semifinal round up

Nov 8, 2022

Pre-season rugby continued over the weekend with semifinal in the Impala Floodlits and Victoria 15s tournaments respectively. IMPALA FLOODLIT Defending…

Age Grade & Development News

St. John’s Bumala gifted with rugby kit

Nov 7, 2022

St. John’s Bumala were recently gifted with a kit donation by Sandra Kimokoti. Commenting after the donation that was carried…

News Shujaa

Shujaa pooled with Australia, Great Britain and South Africa for Dubai 7s

Nov 6, 2022

The Kenya men’s national sevens team, Shujaa, are in Pool A for the second round of the 2022/23 Sevens World…

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Brave Kenya Simbas Fall To USA Eagles

Nov 6, 2022

The Kenya Simbas opened their 2023 Rugby World Cup Repechage campaign with a brave fight against the USA Eagles which…

News Shujaa

Shujaa exit Hong Kong 7s with defeat to Uruguay

Nov 6, 2022

Shujaa exited the Hong Kong 7s following a 13th place semifinal 7-10 defeat to Uruguay on Sunday morning. The side…

News Simbas

Hildana boosts Simbas kitty with Ksh 1.5m

Nov 5, 2022

The Kenya men’s national fifteens team, Simbas, has received a timely boost of Ksh 1.5 million from its partner and…

News Shujaa

Hong Kong 7s: Shujaa 14 Canada 19: Match Report

Nov 5, 2022

Willy Ambaka and Billy Odhiambo each scored one try as Shujaa closed out their Pool D campaign in Hong Kong…

News Shujaa

Hong Kong 7s: Shujaa 7 Argentina 26: Match Report

Nov 5, 2022

Vincent Onyala’s early converted try was not enough as Shujaa fell to a 7-26 loss to Argentina in their second…

News Simbas

RWC Repechage: Kenya Simbas squad against USA Announced

Nov 4, 2022

The Kenya Simbas will kick off their RWC Qualification campaign on Sunday 6th November at 3:00 pm EAT. Head Coach…

News Shujaa

Hong Kong 7s: Shujaa 12 Ireland 28: Match Report

Nov 4, 2022

Two tries from Billy Odhiambo were not enough as Shujaa began the Hong Kong 7s with a 28-12 loss to…

News Simbas

Sikuta – We’re treating every game as a final

Nov 4, 2022

  The Simbas are in Dubai, United Arab Emirates as they make their final attempt at qualifying for the 2023…

Lionesses News

Clinical Lionesses triumphant in Kampala

Nov 2, 2022

Leading 8-0 at the interval, Kenya completed a clinical display of rugby to defeat hosts Uganda 23-3 and win the…

Lionesses News

Lionesses change five for crunch Uganda clash

Nov 1, 2022

There are five changes to the Lionesses ahead of Wednesday’s crunch Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Pool B clash against hosts…

Lionesses News

Mwanja seeks consistent phase play as Lionesses take on Uganda

Nov 1, 2022

Head Coach Dennis Mwanja is looking for more consistent phase play as the Lionesses take on Uganda in their crunch…

Age Grade & Development News

Vihiga dominate Prescott Cup team of the tournament

Oct 31, 2022

Newly crowned Prescott Cup National champions Vihiga High School have a total of 7 players in the team of the…

Age Grade & Development News

Vihiga lift Prescott Cup National crown

Oct 30, 2022

Building on a 7-5 lead at the interval, Vihiga High School pulled away to win the Prescott Cup National Championship…

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Impala Floodies, Victoria 15s round up

Oct 30, 2022

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Lionesses News

Winning start for Lionesses in Kampala

Oct 29, 2022

The Kenya Lionesses started their Rugby Africa Women’s Pool B campaign with a 36-17 bonus point win over Zambia at…

Lionesses News

Lionesses squad to face Zambia revealed

Oct 28, 2022

Head Coach Dennis Mwanja has named the Lionesses squad that takes on Zambia in their Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Pool…

Age Grade & Development News

Vihiga, Kisii go unbeaten as Prescott Nationals kick off in Nairobi

Oct 28, 2022

Vihiga High School and Kisii went unbeaten as the KRU Prescott Cup National Championship kicked off on Friday 28 October…

Simbas

Odera names final Kenya Simbas 31-man squad for the RWC Repechage

Oct 28, 2022

The Kenya Simbas Head Coach Paul Odera has named a squad of 30 players who will represent Kenya in the…

News Shujaa

Japolo, Abukuse handed debuts as McGrath names Shujaa squad to Hong Kong

Oct 26, 2022

George “Japolo” Ooro and Dennis Abukuse are in line for their debuts as Shujaa begin their 2022/23 Sevens World Series…

Lionesses News

Mwanja declares Lionesses squad for Kampala

Oct 26, 2022

Commenting during the squad announcement on Wednesday morning in Nairobi, Mwanja said, “The girls are very excited, we are equally…

Kenya Cup News

All set for Floodies kickoff

Oct 25, 2022

The match day one timings for the pre-season Impala Floodlit tournament have now been confirmed. The tournament which returns for…

Age Grade & Development News

KRU hosts age grade activity in Ngecho

Oct 25, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union recently held an age grade rugby activity on Friday 21 October 2022 at Ngecho Primary School…

Age Grade & Development News

Eagles triumphant at PIPSSA competition

Oct 25, 2022

The Private and International Preparatory Schools Sports Association (PIPSSA) held their annual PIPSSA Olympics on 8 October 2022 at the…

Age Grade & Development News

Prescott National Championship set for RFUEA Ground

Oct 24, 2022

The KRU Prescott National Schools Championship is set to take place at the RFUEA Ground from 28th to 30th October…

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Kisumu, Bulls, Mbale, Eldoret advance to Victoria 15s quarterfinals

Oct 24, 2022

Kisumu, Western Bulls, Mbale and Eldoret are through to the pre-season Victoria 15s quarterfinals after emerging victorious in their pre…

News Simbas

Simbas Squad Update: Jone Kubu

Oct 23, 2022

Jone Kubu has been ruled out of the final qualification event for the Rugby World Cup after sustaining an injury…

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KCB to begin Floodies title defense against Quins

Oct 22, 2022

Defending champions KCB have been drawn against Kenya Harlequin in quarterfinal action at the Impala Floodlit pre-season tournament which kicks…

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Victoria 15s: Match officials revealed as Eldoret, Kitale declare their squads

Oct 22, 2022

The match officials for this afternoon’s Victoria 15s pre quarterfinal fixtures taking place across Western Kenya have been revealed. Facebook…

News Simbas

Simbas continue with repechage preps

Oct 21, 2022

The men’s fifteens national team, Simbas, have been in residential training for the final Rugby World Cup qualification tournament in…

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Floodies draw set for Saturday as Victoria 15s kicks off in Western Kenya

Oct 21, 2022

With the 2022/23 KRU league season set to kick off on 26 November 2022, clubs have an opportunity to gauge…

Lionesses News

Lionesses ready for Kampala challenge – Muyuka

Oct 19, 2022

With a clash against neighbors and rivals Uganda looming, the utility forward said, “Uganda are our rivals. Either one of…

Kenya Cup News

Kenya Cup kickoff date confirmed for 26 November

Oct 18, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union has confirmed 26 November as the kickoff date for the 2022/23 Kenya Cup league. This season’s…

Lionesses News

Oluche positive of good showing in Kampala

Oct 17, 2022

Oluche, who plays for Women’s Kenya Cup champions Mwamba said, “Training has been good, the girls have been gelling in…

News Shujaa

Shujaa drawn against Argentina, Ireland and Canada for Hong Kong 7s

Oct 12, 2022

The Kenya men’s national sevens team, Shujaa, have been drawn in Pool D for the season opening Hong Kong 7s…

Kenya Lionesses News

Olesia upbeat as Lionesses prepare for Rugby Africa Cup

Oct 11, 2022

Lionesses forward Bernadette Olesia is confident of a good showing at the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Pool B competition taking…

Age Grade & Development News

Mabera lift KRU Girls’ National 7s title

Oct 8, 2022

Mabera are the new KRU Girls’ National 7s champions after defeating Eregi 14-10 in the cup final at the Jomo…

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Kenya Rugby Union Statement On Safari Sevens

Oct 5, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union has today confirmed the postponement of the 25th edition of the Safari Sevens originally set for…

Age Grade & Development News

Hidden Talent to represent Nairobi at KRU Girls’ National 7s

Oct 5, 2022

Hidden Talent Academy sealed the Nairobi ticket to the KRU Girls’ National 7s after emerging victorious in the Nairobi regional…

Age Grade & Development News

Three Rift Valley teams qualify for KRU Girls 7s championship

Oct 4, 2022

St. Joseph’s Girls,Olbonata and Mema have booked their slots from the Rift Valley region to this weekend’s KRU Girls’ National…

Age Grade & Development News

KRU Girls’7s: Mazeras, Eregi secure berths to national championship

Oct 3, 2022

Mazeras and Eregi are the latest sides to qualify for the KRU Girls’ 7s national championships set for Nakuru on…

Age Grade & Development News

Mabera, Gatero qualify for KRU Girls 7s Nationals

Oct 3, 2022

St Mary’s Mabera and Gatero Girls secured their berths to the KRU Girls’National 7s Championship after emerging victorious in their…

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Kenya Rugby Union Board Appointments

Oct 3, 2022

Following the recent elections during the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) Annual General Meeting, the KRU Board has appointed Leslie Mwangale…

Age Grade & Development News

World Rugby launches reimagined Get Into Rugby programme to drive player retention

Sep 30, 2022

World Rugby is inviting national member unions to apply to participate in the pilot programme for its reimagined Get Into Rugby programme,…

KRU Championship News

Championship, Nationwide kickoff dates confirmed

Sep 29, 2022

The 2022/23 Kenyan league season will get underway on 26 November 2022 with action in the second tier KRU Championship…

Age Grade & Development News

Age Grade festival hosted in Bungoma

Sep 28, 2022

KRU Regional Development Officer Shirley Anindo, who organized this festival said, “Age grade rugby, tag rugby in particular, is loved…

News Safari Sevens

Safari 7s returns to the RFUEA this October

Sep 22, 2022

The Safari 7s is confirmed to make a comeback to the RFUEA Ground  after a two year hiatus that saw…

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KRU to host Training and Education courses

Sep 20, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union will host a series of Training and Education courses over the next three weeks. Moi University…

Age Grade & Development News

KRU hosts inaugural Grassroots to Global workshop

Sep 18, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) hosted the inaugural Grassroots to Global Workshop this past weekend in Nairobi. The Workshop, held…

News Simbas

Odera speaks on Simbas training squad

Sep 16, 2022

Head Coach Paul Odera has shared his thoughts after naming the Simbas training squad for the final Rugby World Cup…

News Simbas

Odera names training squad for final RWC 2023 qualification tournament

Sep 16, 2022

Head Coach Paul Odera has named a 38-man Simbas training squad in preparation for the RWC 2023 final qualification tournament…

Age Grade & Development News

Ngong Township counting on processes to scale great heights

Sep 14, 2022

Ngong Township Secondary School are coming off an exceptional season that saw them qualify for the just concluded Kenya Secondary…

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Onyala, Oyoo top scorers for Shujaa at RWC 7s

Sep 12, 2022

Vincent Onyala and captain Nelson Oyoo were Kenya’s overall top scorers at the just concluded Rugby World Cup 7s in…

Age Grade & Development News

Koyonzo hit Butula to be crowned KSSSA National 7s champions

Sep 11, 2022

Kakamega County’s Koyonzo are the new Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National 7s champions after defeating fellow Western region…

News Shujaa

12th place finish for Shujaa at RWC 7s

Sep 11, 2022

Shujaa closed out the Rugby World Cup 7s in 12th place after going down 26-19 to the USA in the…

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USA awaits Shujaa after RWC 7s Challenge semifinal defeat to England

Sep 10, 2022

Shujaa suffered a 36-0 loss to England in the RWC 7s Challenge Semifinal on Saturday 10th September at the Cape…

News Shujaa

Shujaa defeat Scotland to advance to RWC7s Challenge semis

Sep 10, 2022

Shujaa are through to the Challenge semis at the Rugby World Cup 7s after defeating Scotland 24-5 in quarterfinal action…

News Shujaa

Shujaa drop to Challenge Trophy after defeat to Argentina

Sep 9, 2022

Shujaa were eliminated from cup contention at the Rugby World Cup 7s action, going down 22-7 to Argentina in round…

Age Grade & Development

Pools confirmed for KSSSA National 7s

Sep 9, 2022

The pools are confirmed for the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National 7s in Nakuru County. Nairobi’s Ofafa Jericho…

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KRU and Blocksport: Technology in service of Kenyan Rugby and completely new way of fan engagement

Sep 7, 2022

Kenya Rugby Union has signed a 5-year partnership BLOCKSPORT AG, a leading Swiss sports tech solutions provider, to create the…

News State Of the Union

Kenya Rugby Union elects new Vice Chairman at Annual General Meeting

Sep 7, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union voted in new officials to its board of directors at the Annual General Meeting held at…

Age Grade & Development News

KSSSA National 7s line up confirmed

Sep 3, 2022

The lineup is now complete for the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National 7s championships set for Nakuru County…

Age Grade & Development

Kenya Rugby Union Seals Grassroots to Global Partnership with ChildFund Rugby

Sep 2, 2022

Kenya Rugby Union and ChildFund Rugby sealed their Grassroots to Global Forum partnership today. The sports body and the child…

News Shujaa

McGrath names Shujaa squad for RWC 7s duty

Sep 2, 2022

Head Coach Damian McGrath has named seven returnees and five debutants in the Shujaa squad to next weekend’s Rugby World…

News Simbas

Simbas to begin final RWC 2023 qualification tournament against USA

Aug 31, 2022

World Rugby has today unveiled the match schedule for the Final Qualification Tournament that will determine the 20th and final…

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Shujaa’s Rugby World Cup Sevens Journey: 2001 to date

Aug 31, 2022

Shujaa, as the Kenya Men’s National Sevens team is known by its millions of supporters across the globe, made its…

Age Grade & Development News

Venues confirmed for remaining KSSSA regional championships

Aug 29, 2022

The weekend of 2-4 September sees KSSSA Regional Schools 7s competitions take place across six regions, namely, Western, Rift Valley,…

Age Grade & Development

KSSSA County 7s: Western, Rift Valley Round Up

Aug 29, 2022

Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) County sevens competitions took place across several counties over the past weekend of 27-28…

Age Grade & Development

Ofafa Jericho, Upper Hill earn Nairobi ticket to KSSSA School 7s

Aug 29, 2022

Ofafa Jericho High School and Upper Hill will represent Nairobi at the KSSSA National Schools 7s in Nakuru from 8-10…

News Shujaa

Shujaa finish sixth in Los Angeles

Aug 29, 2022

Shujaa closed out the 2021/22 HSBC Sevens World Series in twelfth place after finishing sixth overall at the season ending…

News Shujaa

Anya steers Shujaa to fifth place final in Los Angeles

Aug 29, 2022

Edmund Anya struck at the death to seal Shujaa’s place in the Los Angeles 7s fifth place final with a…

News Shujaa

Australia end Shujaa’s cup hopes in Los Angeles

Aug 28, 2022

Trailing 14-7 at the interval, Shujaa exited the Los Angeles 7s cup competition after falling to a 40-14 defeat to…

News Shujaa

Shujaa secure quarterfinal berth in Los Angeles

Aug 28, 2022

Shujaa reached the cup quarterfinals in Los Angeles with a gutsy 20-10 victory over Scotland, a result that saw Damian…

News Shujaa

Shujaa stay alive with victory over England

Aug 27, 2022

A 19 -14 win over England saw Shujaa keep their cup quarterfinal hopes alive at the season ending Los Angeles…

News Shujaa

Shujaa begin Los Angeles campaign on a losing note

Aug 27, 2022

Shujaa started their Los Angeles 7s campaign with a 33-14 loss to Samoa in Pool D action at the Dignity…

News Training & Education

Training & Education Update

Aug 25, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union conducted a series of Training and Education courses during the recently concluded National Sevens Circuit. A…

Age Grade & Development News

Mwavumbo Girls join the Kenyan rugby family

Aug 25, 2022

As part of the Kenya Rugby Union’s efforts to see more girls involved in the game, Mwavumbo Girls Secondary School…

Shujaa

Injera to grace Fiji’s Coral Coast 7s

Aug 25, 2022

Tournament director Jay Whyte said the McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast Sevens, which was returning in its first post-COVID tournament, would…

Age Grade & Development News

Lenana seeded first for KSSSA Nairobi regional sevens

Aug 24, 2022

The Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Nairobi regional sevens competition will take place on 27-28 August at the Lenana…

Age Grade & Development

Gilgil region embraces age grade rugby

Aug 24, 2022

The Gilgil region is the latest port of call for age grade rugby. This is following the inclusion of Gilgil…

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Women In Rugby Workshop: Call For Applications

Aug 24, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union Training and Education Department is organizing an exclusive workshop for women involved in rugby.  The objective of…

Shujaa

Everything you need to know about Rugby World Cup Sevens 2022

Aug 23, 2022

The identity of the 16 men’s regional qualifiers is now known. Hong Kong, Korea, Australia, Samoa, Tonga, Uruguay, Chile, Canada,…

Kenya Lionesses News

Lionesses earn rave reviews from Challenger Series commentators

Aug 22, 2022

Following their semifinal finish at last week’s World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series in Santiago, Chile, the Kenya Women’s National Sevens…

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Sigalagala youngster Litali dreams big

Aug 22, 2022

Hailing from Malava in Kakamega County,Chebuyusi High School alumnus Donald Litali is coming off a stellar season in the third…

Shujaa

Damian McGrath one on one with Bernard Ndong

Aug 19, 2022

Shujaa Head Coach Damian McGrath speaks to NTV’s Bernard Ndong about the upcoming Los Angeles 7s, Rugby World Cup 7s…

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McGrath makes two changes as Shujaa head to Los Angeles

Aug 19, 2022

Jeff Oluoch and Samuel Oliech return to the Shujaa squad, replacing Levi Amunga and Herman Humwa who were part of…

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Ashiundu ruled out of Repechage

Aug 18, 2022

Simbas’ winger Derrick Ashiundu has been ruled out of November’s Repechage tournament in Dubai after suffering a broken leg. He…

KRU Championship

Buyachi takes over at Kisumu

Aug 17, 2022

Former Kenya Cup winner Lawrence Buyachi is the new Head Coach at former Kenya Cup side Kisumu, who are currently…

Shujaa

Shujaa to face Samoa in Los Angeles 7s opener

Aug 17, 2022

The curtains fall on the 2021/22 World Rugby Sevens Series with the final leg, the Los Angeles 7s taking place…

Kenya Lionesses News

Battling Lionesses edged by Japan in Challenger Series semi

Aug 14, 2022

Kenya’s hopes of playing on the 2022/23 World Rugby Sevens Women’s Series are over after the Lionesses fell to a…

Kenya Lionesses News

Lionesses hit Argentina to reach Challenger Series semis

Aug 14, 2022

The Lionesses are now just two games away from attaining core status on the World Rugby Sevens Series after defeating…

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Lionesses Top Pool D with 31-5 Victory over South Africa

Aug 13, 2022

The Kenya Lionesses beat rivals Women Boks 31-5 in the second Pool D of the Challenger Series in Chile to…

Kenya Lionesses

Mwanja taking it a game at a time as Lionesses land in Chile

Aug 10, 2022

The Shujaa great said this while speaking to KRU Media on Wednesday afternoon, saying, “It is not beyond our capabilities…

Shujaa

Oscar Dennis calls time on rugby career

Aug 8, 2022

Former Kenya 7s international Oscar Dennis has called time on his rugby career. Commenting on his social media handles, the…

Kenya Lionesses News

Mwanja names Lionesses squad for Challenger Series

Aug 2, 2022

Head Coach Dennis Mwanja has named the Lionesses squad that will do duty at the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series…

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Shujaa wind up Commonwealth Games campaign in seventh place

Jul 31, 2022

Shujaa finished their Commonwealth Games campaign in joint seventh after losing out to Scotland 22-12 in the fifth place semifinal…

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Shujaa finish second in Pool D, advance to quarterfinal stage

Jul 30, 2022

Shujaa finished second in Pool D action at the Commonwealth Games, going down 7-5 to pool winners Australia at the…

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Shujaa hit Jamaica to stay in Commonwealth medal contention

Jul 29, 2022

Shujaa registered a second successive win to stay in medal contention in the rugby sevens competition at the Commonwealth Games…

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Shujaa silence African champions in Commonwealth Games opener

Jul 29, 2022

Shujaa have began their Commonwealth Games rugby sevens campaign with a 27-14 victory over African champions Uganda. Tries from Johnstone…

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Dubai to host decisive Final Qualification Tournament for Rugby World Cup 2023

Jul 25, 2022

World Rugby today confirmed that the Final Qualification Tournament for Rugby World Cup 2023 will take place at The Sevens…

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Shujaa to start RWC 7s campaign against Tonga

Jul 21, 2022

Shujaa will face Tonga in their Rugby World Cup 7s opener at the Cape Town Stadium at 11.23am EAT on…

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Shujaa to start Commonwealth Games campaign against Uganda

Jul 19, 2022

The Kenya men’s national sevens team, Shujaa, will get their campaign at the Commonwealth Games Rugby Sevens competition underway with…

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Oilers crowned National Sevens Circuit champions as Kabras triumph in Kakamega

Jul 17, 2022

The curtains fell on the 2022 National Sevens Circuit with Menengai Oilers lifting the overall crown after eliminating defending champions…

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Kenya Rugby Union Statement On Elgon Cup

Jul 15, 2022

Following consultations internally within the Kenya Rugby Union, and with our stakeholders and sponsors, we regrettably will be unable to…

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Lionesses in Pool D for World Rugby Challenger Series

Jul 14, 2022

The women’s national sevens team, Lionesses, will be among the teams seeking promotion to the HSBC Sevens World Series when…

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Kakamega 7s pools confirmed

Jul 13, 2022

The curtains fall on the 2022 National Sevens Circuit when the sixth and final round, the Kakamega 7s takes place…

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Oilers in pole position ahead of Circuit finale in Kakamega

Jul 13, 2022

The Menengai Oilers are in pole position heading into the final round of the 2022 National Sevens Circuit in Kakamega…

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Shujaa’s Commonwealth Games squad revealed

Jul 12, 2022

The men’s national sevens team that will represent the country at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England has been…

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Oilers win the Prinsloo 7s

Jul 10, 2022

Menengai Oilers became the fifth winner of a National Sevens Circuit tournament after five rounds of the competition when they…

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Prinsloo 7s: It’s a Strath – Oilers final

Jul 10, 2022

Strathmore Leos and Menengai Oilers booked their berths in the Prinsloo 7s final after overcoming their opponents in semifinal action…

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Prinsloo 7s Day 1 Round Up

Jul 9, 2022

The quarterfinal pairings at the Prinsloo 7s are now complete after the conclusion of pool play at the Nakuru Athletic…

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Simbas ready for RWC Qualifiers Final against Namibia

Jul 9, 2022

Kenya Simbas are looking to make history on Sunday 10th July 2022 when they take on Namibia in the Rugby…

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National Sevens Circuit finely poised heading into Nakuru

Jul 7, 2022

Defending champions KCB hold a slim three-point lead, having accumulated 75 points after the four previous rounds.  Dennis Mwanja’s won…

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Simbas through to Rugby Africa Cup final!

Jul 6, 2022

The Simbas will play either Namibia or Zimbabwe in Sunday's final with direct qualification as the African representative to the…

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Homeboyz top seeds for National Sevens Circuit penultimate round in Nakuru

Jul 6, 2022

Dala 7s winners Homeboyz have been seeded first for the penultimate round of the 2022 National Sevens Circuit, the Prinsloo…

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Odera makes three changes to Simbas line up against Algeria

Jul 5, 2022

The Rugby World Cup Qualification semifinal match between the Kenya Simbas and Algeria will kick off on Wednesday 6th July…

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Kenya Simbas Focus Shifts To semifinal Against Algeria

Jul 4, 2022

The Kenya Simbas have resumed training today, Monday 4th July, after taking a days rest since their clash against Uganda…

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National Sevens Circuit: Homeboyz triumph in Kisumu

Jul 3, 2022

Homeboyz are the fourth different winner on the National Sevens Circuit after defeating Menengai Oilers 19-14 in the final at…

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Oilers, Homeboyz to meet in Dala 7s Cup final

Jul 3, 2022

Homeboyz and Menengai Oilers will meet in the Dala 7s Cup final. Homeboyz were 14-10 winners over Mwamba while Menengai…

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KRU announces Hildana Lodge as new official Simbas Rugby World Cup qualifiers sponsors

Jun 28, 2022

The Kenya men’s fifteens national team, The Simbas, has received a boost of Ksh 10 million in sponsorship from Teita…

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Marathon schedule ahead as National Sevens Circuit enters its home stretch

Jun 27, 2022

The opening three rounds of this year’s circuit have produced three different winners with KCB claiming the season opening Kabeberi…

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Youngsters Madigu, Odongo, Wamalwa lead National Sevens Circuit scoring stats

Jun 24, 2022

As the National Sevens Circuit takes a break this weekend at its halfway point, Strathmore Leos’ Brunson Madigu and Daystar…

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Odera names final Simbas squad for RWC 2023 qualifiers

Jun 24, 2022

Head Coach Paul Odera has named the 28 man squad that will do duty at the Rugby World Cup African…

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KCB in slim lead at National Sevens Circuit halfway stage

Jun 22, 2022

National Sevens Circuit champions KCB returned to the top of the circuit standings after the third round in Mombasa. The…

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Mwamba seeded first as Dala 7s pools unveiled

Jun 22, 2022

The pools for the fourth round of the National Sevens Circuit, the Dala 7s have been confirmed by the Kenya…

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Memo: Agents and player involvement with agents

Jun 22, 2022

Wednesday 22 June 2022 Dear All, We would like to draw attention to the KRU regulations 2018 that require all…

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Mwamba win the Driftwood 7s

Jun 19, 2022

Mwamba are the new Driftwood 7s champions after beating Menengai Oilers 19 -7 in a pulsating final at the Mombasa…

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Driftwood 7s Day 1 Wrap: KCB, Strathmore to meet in cup quarters

Jun 18, 2022

The quarterfinal pairing at the Driftwood 7s is now known following completion of pool play at the Mombasa Sports Club…

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National Sevens Circuit reaches halfway stage with Mombasa action

Jun 17, 2022

All eyes are on the Mombasa Sports Club as the National Sevens Circuit enters its third round with the Driftwood…

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Ojee leads NSC try scoring after round two

Jun 14, 2022

Ojee, who was the circuit MVP in 2013, has landed a total of 11 tries, one more than his KCB…

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Charging Simbas serve a stunning comeback against EP Elephants

Jun 11, 2022

The men’s national rugby 15 aside, Kenya Simbas, saved their best performance in the Currie Cup Division One tournament for…

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Odera names Simbas squad for Elephants assignment

Jun 9, 2022

Paul Odera has named the Simbas squad that will do duty against South Africa’s EP Elephants in their final Currie…

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Resplendent Simbas power past Leopards in historic Currie Cup Nairobi clash

Jun 4, 2022

The Kenya Men’s national rugby 15s side, Kenya Simbas, who had already made history in hosting a Currie Cup Division…

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U20 action to spice up Simbas-Leopards Currie Cup match

Jun 3, 2022

Saturday’s Currie Cup clash between the Simbas and South Africa’s Leopards will be preceded by a curtain raising fixture between…

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Simbas, Leopards squads declared ahead of historic Currie Cup clash

Jun 2, 2022

The squads have been declared for Saturday’s historic Currie Cup Division 1 clash between the Simbas and defending champions Leopards.…

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Driftwood 7s pools confirmed

Jun 1, 2022

The pools for the Dirftwood 7s have been confirmed by Kenya Rugby. National Sevens Circuit leaders Strathmore Leos headline Pool…

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Strathmore, KCB share National Sevens Circuit lead after round two

Jun 1, 2022

Strathmore Leos lead the National Sevens Circuit after the opening two rounds. The 2009 champions are on 41 points, level…

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Strathmore edge KCB to win Christie 7s

May 29, 2022

Strathmore Leos are the new Christie 7s champions, defeating KCB 15-10 in an entertaining cup final at the RFUEA Ground…

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Nakuru seeded first for Christie 7s women’s competition

May 25, 2022

Fresh from winning the women’s title at the Kabeberi 7s, Nakuru are top seeds for the second tournament, the Christie…

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Pools confirmed for Christie 7s

May 24, 2022

Kenya Rugby has confirmed the pools for the second round of the 2022 National Sevens Circuit at the RFUEA Ground…

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Christie 7s roll of honor

May 24, 2022

The National Sevens Circuit continues with second round action at Nairobi’s RFUEA Ground when the Christie 7s takes place on…

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KCB edge Strathmore to lift Kabeberi 7s crown

May 22, 2022

KCB won the opening round of the National Sevens Circuit after defeating Strathmore Leos 12-10 in a tense Kabeberi 7s…

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KCB and Strathmore reach Kabeberi 7s final

May 22, 2022

KCB and Strathmore Leos will meet in the Kabeberi 7s cup final after emerging from difficult semifinals KCB, the reigning…

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Kabeberi 7s: Semifinal pairing complete

May 22, 2022

KCB, Menenegai Oilers, Strathmore Leos and Homeboyz are through to the cup quarters at the Kabeberi 7s. KCB were 14-5…

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Kabeberi 7s: Exciting quarterfinal match ups expected

May 21, 2022

There are exciting quarterfinal match ups as the season opening Kabeberi 7s enters day two on Sunday 22 May 2022…

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Mwamba,KCB, Homeboyz lead teams into Kabeberi quarters

May 21, 2022

Hosts and defending champions Mwamba reached the cup quarterfinal at the Kabeberi 7s after finishing second at the close of…

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Nyambua Back As Kenya Simbas Face Boland Cavaliers

May 20, 2022

The Kenya Simbas take on Boland Cavaliers on Saturday 21st May in South Africa, the match will be played at…

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National Sevens Circuit : KCB seeded first for season opening Kabeberi 7s

May 18, 2022

National Sevens Circuit champions KCB are top seeds for this year’s season opening tournament, the George Mwangi Kabeberi Memorial 7s…

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The Prescott Cup returns

May 16, 2022

The Prescott Cup makes a return this month and has attracted a total of 10 schools who will be split…

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Kabeberi 7s gets the National Sevens Circuit underway

May 16, 2022

The National Sevens Circuit finally returns after a two year hiatus with the season opening George Mwangi Kabeberi Memorial 7s..…

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Damian McGrath unveiled as Shujaa Head Coach

May 14, 2022

Damian McGrath has been unveiled as the Shujaa Head Coach. Speaking to the Kenya Rugby Union, McGrath said spoke about…

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Khwesa, Salem set to debut as Shujaa squad to Toulouse announced

May 14, 2022

Archadius Khwesa and Ben Salem are in line for their debuts as the Shujaa squad to the Toulouse and London…

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Kakamega 7s date amended

May 13, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union has made a change to the National Sevens Circuit order of tournaments. The National Sevens Circuit…

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World Rugby confirms adoption of welfare-driven laws

May 12, 2022

World Rugby Council has today voted unanimously to adopt five welfare driven global trials into full law from 1 July.…

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Training & Education Update: 12 May 2022

May 12, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union will conduct a series of Training and Education courses on the sidelines of the National Sevens…

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Statement On The Kenya Men’s National Sevens Team (Shujaa)

May 11, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) has opted to part ways with Innocent Simiyu, Head Coach of the Kenyan men’s national…

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Simbas hit Bulldogs for first Currie Cup win

May 7, 2022

The  Simbas registered their first win in the Currie Cup, defeating hosts Border Bulldogs 35-12 in their first division clash…

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Simbas welcome back dependable quintet ahead of Bulldogs clash

May 6, 2022

Loose forward Dan Sikuta and the versatile backline quartet of Brian Tanga, John Okoth, Vincent Onyala and Darwin Mukidza are…

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Kenyan rugby fans in for historic treat as Currie Cup comes to Nairobi

May 3, 2022

Kenyan rugby fans are in for a historic treat when the Currie Cup comes to town in the month of…

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Battling Simbas go down to Griffons

May 1, 2022

Commenting after the match, Head Coach Paul Odera said, “We are showing great resolve and fighting spirit in all games.…

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Lionesses eliminated from Rugby World Cup 7s contention

Apr 30, 2022

A 19-5 Africa Women’s 7s quarterfinal loss to Tunisia put paid to the Lionesses’ dreams of qualifying for the 2023…

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Odera makes 12 changes as Simbas take on Griffons

Apr 29, 2022

Head Coach Paul Odera has made 12 changes as the Simbas play away to the Griffons in Currie Cup First…

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Lionesses face Tunisia in Africa Women’s 7s quarters

Apr 29, 2022

Kenya started their Rugby Africa Women’s 7s campaign with a win and a loss at the Jammel Stadium in Jammel,…

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Lionesses drawn in Pool B at Africa Women 7s

Apr 27, 2022

This tournament serves as the African qualifying tournament for the Rugby World Cup 7s set for September in South Africa…

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Odera hails Simbas mental resolve after narrow loss to Goshawks

Apr 27, 2022

Simbas Head Coach Paul Odera hails the side’s super mental strength and determination to come from 0-17 down before going…

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Embu 7s set for May 7

Apr 25, 2022

The Embu 7s will be played on May 7th and 8th at the Njikiri Showground in Embu. The tournament was…

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Shujaa qualify for sixth consecutive Rugby World Cup 7s

Apr 24, 2022

Kenya have qualified for a sixth consecutive Rugby World Cup 7s after beating Zambia 19-12 in the third place playoff…

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Daystar Falcons crowned Nationwide champions

Apr 23, 2022

Daystar Falcons are the 2021/22 KRU Nationwide Champions after defeating Zetech Oaks 30-13 in the final at the RFUEA Ground…

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Lionesses Squad for Africa 7s announced

Apr 21, 2022

Head Coach Dennis Mwanja has named the Kenya women’s national rugby sevens squad for the Rugby Africa Womens 7s in…

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Simiyu names Shujaa squad for Africa 7s duty

Apr 21, 2022

Head Coach Innocent Simiyu has named the Kenya men’s national rugby sevens squad for this weekend’s Rugby Africa Men’s 7s…

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An update from Simbas Head Coach Paul Odera

Apr 19, 2022

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One point for Shujaa in Vancouver

Apr 18, 2022

The Kenya men’s national 7s team, Shujaa, collected a solitary point at the sixth round of the 2021/22 World Rugby…

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Zimbabwe survive late scare to lift Barthes Trophy

Apr 17, 2022

Zimbabwe are the 2022 Barthes Trophy champions following a 19-14 win over favourites Namibia at the Nyayo National Stadium. Facebook…

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Chipu smash Madagascar to claim Barthes bronze

Apr 17, 2022

The Kenya national U20 rugby 15s side, Kenya Chipu finished third in the 2022 Barthes Cup after thrashing Madagascar 49-15…

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Nairobi Metro 7s set for Saturday

Apr 15, 2022

The inaugural Nairobi Metro 7s tournament takes place at the RFUEA Ground on Saturday 16 April 2021. The one day…

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U20 Barthes Trophy: Semifinal heartbreak for Chipu

Apr 13, 2022

Namibia ended Kenya’s reign as defending champions with a 16-5 victory in the Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy tournament at…

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U20 Barthes Trophy: Declared Squads for Match Day 2

Apr 13, 2022

Squad have been declared for match day 2 action at the Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy on Wednesday 13 April…

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Chipu receive Teita Sisal boost

Apr 12, 2022

The Kenya U20 National Team (Chipu) has received a major boost of Ksh 1 million sponsorship from Teita Sisal Estate…

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U20 Barthes Trophy: Semifinal pairings confirmed

Apr 11, 2022

The semifinal pairings for the Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy are now known following completion of the quarterfinals on Saturday…

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Daystar, Zetech secure KRU Championship slots

Apr 11, 2022

Daystar Falcons and Zetech Oaks will play in the 2022/23 second tier KRU Championship after winning their respective Nationwide National…

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Sevens World Series: Shujaa land Pool A in Vancouver

Apr 11, 2022

Kenya has been drawn in Pool A for this weekend’s sixth round of the HSBC Sevens World Series in Vancouver,…

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Sevens World Series: Shujaa collect five points in Singapore

Apr 10, 2022

The men’s national sevens rugby team collected 5 points from the fifth round of the HSBC Sevens World Series in…

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U20 Barthes Trophy: Chipu beat Uganda to book semi-final slot

Apr 9, 2022

Defending champions Kenya are on course to yet another final after a commanding display against Uganda in the fourth quarter…

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Simbas begin Currie Cup campaign with loss to Valke

Apr 9, 2022

The Simbas began their Currie Cup first division campaign with a 51-14 defeat to Valke at the Bosman Stadium in…

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Enterprise Cup: Kabras edge KCB to complete the season’s double

Apr 9, 2022

Kabras Sugar RFC sealed off their 2021/2022 15s season with a memorable cup double as they defeated KCB RFC 9-6…

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Early kick off as Kabras and KCB face off in Enterprise Cup final

Apr 7, 2022

Defending champions Kabras Sugar take on KCB in the final of the Enterprise Cup at the RFUEA Ground on Saturday…

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KRU Chairman talks up Currie Cup participation, state support

Apr 6, 2022

KRU Chairman Oduor Gangla addresses the press during the Simbas team naming at the RFUEA Ground on Wednesday 6 April…

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Dan Sikuta – What we expect from the Currie Cup

Apr 6, 2022

Simbas captain Dan Sikuta talks about the upcoming Currie Cup and what the team aims to achieve during their South…

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Currie Cup: Simbas Travelling Squad Announced

Apr 6, 2022

Head Coach Paul Odera has announced the Currie Cup bound Simbas travelling squad. Simbas Travelling Squad: Ian Njenga (Nondescripts), Edward…

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U20 Barthes Trophy ticket sales commence

Apr 5, 2022

Ticket sales for the Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy are now open.

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U20 Barthes Trophy: Uganda declare their squad to Nairobi

Apr 5, 2022

Uganda have named a 32 man travelling squad for the Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy taking place in Nairobi from…

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KRU Board Appointment And Update On Sports Act Compliance

Apr 4, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union Board has appointed Kikechi Kombo to the position of acting Vice Chairman. Kikechi will serve in…

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KRU Statement On Affiliate Registration And Compliance

Apr 4, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union requests its affiliates to send the following documents from their elected officials to aid registration and…

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2022 U20 Barthes Trophy fixtures released

Apr 4, 2022

The Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy gets underway this Saturday at Nairobi’s Nyayo National Stadium. The tournament, which serves as…

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Kabras, KCB set up Enterprise Cup final date

Apr 2, 2022

Defending champions Kabras Sugar and KCB will renew their rivalry when they face off in the Enterprise Cup final Facebook…

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KRU Nationwide National Semifinal pairings confirmed

Apr 2, 2022

The national semifinal pairing in the KRU Nationwide playoffs is now known following completion of the semifinal fixtures on Saturday…

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Message of Condolence To The Family Of The Late Ali Al Jabri

Apr 1, 2022

I am deeply saddened to learn of the untimely demise of Ali Al Jabri (aka Ali Papa), a former chairman…

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60 man Simbas squad named for Currie Cup, RWC qualification duty

Mar 31, 2022

Head Coach Paul Odera has named a 60 man Simbas squad in preparation for the Currie Cup between April and…

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Simiyu names squad for Singapore and Vancouver

Mar 30, 2022

Head Coach Innocent Simiyu has named four debutants in the Shujaa squad for the fifth and sixth rounds of the…

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KRU hosts rugby and entrepreneurship boot camp in Mombasa

Mar 29, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union,  through its Coast Regional Development Officer, Leon Lubang’a, organized a rugby and entrepreneurship boot camp hosted at Mombasa…

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Machine hit Monks to lift Championship crown, Sigalagala crowned Western kings

Mar 27, 2022

Mean Machine won the 2021/22 KRU Championship with a 27-19 final victory over the Catholic Monks at the Catholic University…

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Resilient Impala advance to Enterprise Cup semis

Mar 26, 2022

Impala Saracens reached the Enterprise Cup semifinal with a hard fought 20-16 victory over Topfry Nakuru at the Impala Club…

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Match Official Assault: Outcome Of The Disciplinary Process

Mar 25, 2022

Following the conclusion of the disciplinary process after the attack on center referee Saidi Kenya during the KRU Championship semifinal…

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KRU affiliates receive training on Sports Act compliance

Mar 24, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union recently facilitated a session with its affiliates on compliance with the Sports Act  of 2013. The…

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KRU update on the match official assault on Saturday 19 March 2022

Mar 22, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union wishes to give an update on the incident that occurred during the KRU Championship semifinal at…

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Chipu training squad named for Barthes Trophy defense

Mar 22, 2022

The squad includes several returning players from last year’s squad including John Baraka, Cornelius Mokoro, Tyson Juma Maina, Anderson Oduor…

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KRU To Host Training and Education Super Week In April

Mar 22, 2022

This Super Week will take place on the sidelines of the Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy which runs from 9th…

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Kenya Rugby Union Statement on Assault of Match Official

Mar 21, 2022

The Kenya Rugby Union strongly condemns the physical attack on center referee Saidi Kenya during the KRU Championship semifinal between…

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Hail the champions! Mwamba win inaugural Women’s Kenya Cup

Mar 19, 2022

Janet Okello landed two tries as Mwamba built on a 10-3 half time lead to defeat Impala Roans 15-11 and…

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Kabras reclaim the Kenya Cup!

Mar 13, 2022

Kabras Sugar reclaimed the Kenya Cup with a 34-28 victory over Menengai Oilers in a tightly contested final at The…

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Kioko to officiate prestigious Zimbabwean final

Mar 10, 2022

Kenya Cup match official Duncan Kioko will referee the final of Zimbabwe’s prestigious Nedbank Rugby Challenge Cup between Old Hararians and…

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Kenya Lionesses Graduate in the second phase of the Arise Isuzu CSR project

Mar 8, 2022

In commemoration of the 2022 International Women’s Day, Isuzu Kenya and Kenya Community Development Fund joined hands to celebrate two…

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Kenya Cup final venue confirmed

Mar 8, 2022

This year’s Kenya Cup final will be held at The Bull Ring in Kakamega on Saturday 12 March 2022. Facebook…

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KRU Championship: Promotion battle remains finely poised

Mar 6, 2022

The promotion battle in the second tier KRU Championship remains finely poised heading into the final round of action in…

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Oilers end KCB’s reign as Kenya Cup champions

Mar 5, 2022

A kicking masterclass from Geoffrey Ominde saw Menengai Oilers end KCB’s reign as Kenya Cup champions in semifinal action at…

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April date for Barthes U20 Trophy

Mar 3, 2022

The Barthés U20 Trophy is the Rugby Africa U20 championship. Teams compete on an annual basis and the winners of…

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Revised National Sevens Circuit dates

Mar 2, 2022

The start of the 2022 National Sevens Circuit has been pushed back by two weeks and will now kick off…

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League & Fixtures Decision on Impala Saracens

Feb 28, 2022

Following a league and fixtures committee meeting held this evening, 28th February, 2022, it has been determined that. Two clubs…

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Judy Wanjira, thank you for your service

Feb 28, 2022

A vital cog of the KRU, Judy’s sacrifice, contribution and leadership through the years has been invaluable and on behalf…

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Kenya Cup survival: Who needs what?

Feb 23, 2022

The curtains fall on the league phase of the 2021/22 Kenya Cup season with the focus on the lower end…

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KRU Conducts Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Courses in Rift Valley

Feb 18, 2022

KRU’s Training and Education department is in Nakuru County conducting 3-day Strength and Conditioning courses at the ASK Nakuru Showgrounds.…

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Kenya Simbas LooseHead Prop makes Varsity Cup Debut

Feb 16, 2022

Kenya Simbas loosehead prop Andrew Peter Siminyu made his Varsity Cup debut on Monday 14th February when his team, the…

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Kenya Simbas Provisional Squad Named Ahead of 2023 RWC Qualifers

Feb 15, 2022

The Kenya Simbas kick off their preparations for the 2023 Rugby World Cup Qualifiers on Thursday 17th February with morning…

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Kenya Cup Match Day 9 Round Up

Feb 12, 2022

Defending champions KCB were restricted to a 23-18 win over Menengai Oilers in Ruaraka and stayed second on the table…

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Growing Rugby In Northern Kenya Through the Lewa Conservancy Rugby Week

Feb 11, 2022

Kenya Rugby Union in partnership with the Borana Conservancy, Future Health Africa and the Atlas Foundation will head to Lewa…

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Ongo holds one point lead atop Kenya Cup scorers chart

Feb 9, 2022

Resolution Impala Saracens winger Quinto Ongo holds a one point lead atop the Kenya Cup points scorers chart heading into…

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KRU and Shamas Rugby Foundation Conduct Get Into Rugby Course

Feb 9, 2022

On Saturday 5th February, Kenya Rugby Union through its Development Office conducted a Get Into Rugby Course in conjunction with…

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Enterprise Cup kick off date set for March 19

Feb 3, 2022

This year’s Enterprise Cup will kick off on Saturday 19 March with action in the round of 16 with the…

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Shujaa edges Spain 24-19 to finish 9th at the Seville 7s

Jan 30, 2022

Kenya Rugby National Sevens team, Shujaa edged Spain out with a 24-19 score in extra time of the Seville 7s…

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Shujaa drops to the Seville 7s Challenge Trophy

Jan 29, 2022

Kenya Sevens have dropped to the Seville 7s challenge trophy after losing two pool matches and winning one. The Innocent…

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Mukoko, Mwanja and Beryl on duty at the Rugby Africa Regional 7s South 2022 Tournament

Jan 27, 2022

The Kenyan trio will be on duty at the Rugby Africa Regional South 2022 Tournament that runs on the 29th…

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National Sevens Circuit dates confirmed

Jan 25, 2022

The National Sevens Circuit returns after a two year hiatus in May 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic and disruption of sporting…

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Seville 7s Pools confirmed with three days to the event

Jan 23, 2022

Shujaa wrapped up their Malaga7s campaign in the 13th place semifinal where they lost 17-26 to Japan. Levi Amunga landed…

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Shujaa Beats France, booking encounter with Japan

Jan 22, 2022

In their third Pool D match, against France, Kenya Sevens scored 26 unanswered points in the second half of this…

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Shujaa drops to Challenge Trophy in the Malaga 7s

Jan 21, 2022

Shujaa kicked off their Malaga 7s campaign on Friday 21st January going down 17-19 and 14-19 against Canada and Wales…

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Shujaa To Kick off Malaga 7s action against Canada

Jan 18, 2022

Kenya Sevens National men’s team, Shujaa, arrived in Spain on Monday evening ahead of the two-weekend sevens rugby action in…

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Alvin Marube: The Rising Kenya Sevens Star

Jan 13, 2022

Alvin Marube is one of the rising stars in the Kenya Sevens National Men’s team, Shujaa since making his debut…

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Focus on Nakuru and Impala Saracens as Kenya Cup enters match day six

Jan 13, 2022

With the games coming in thick and fast, the focus this weekend is on the lower end of the table…

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Oluoch upbeat as Shujaa squad to Malaga announced

Jan 12, 2022

Jeff Oluoch is looking forward to a successful outing as the 2021/22 Sevens World Series continues with the Spanish round…

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Mwamba earn first victory of the season as KCB crush Impala

Jan 8, 2022

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KRU Championship: Monks edge Shamas, Suburbs pick up first win as Trojans shock Bulls

Jan 8, 2022

There were wins for Catholic Monks, Northern Suburbs and UoE Trojans as the second tier KRU Championship continued on Saturday…

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Nationwide Round Up: Saturday 8 January 2022

Jan 8, 2022

Action partially continued across the KRU Nationwide leagues on Saturday 8 January 2022. There were three fixtures played in the…

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Rugby teams dominate SOYA Awards nominations

Dec 20, 2021

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Kenya Cup Match Day 4 Round Up

Dec 18, 2021

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Mwamba hit RuckIt for second successive win

Dec 18, 2021

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Two matches lined up as Women’s Kenya Cup resumes

Dec 15, 2021

There will be two matches on the cards when the Women’s Kenya Cup enters match day two on Saturday 18…

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Quins edge MMUST in RFUEA thriller as KCB crush Nakuru

Dec 11, 2021

KCB were the day’s biggest winners as the Kenya Cup continued with match day three action on Saturday 11 December…

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Kenya Cup Week Two Round Up

Dec 4, 2021

Strathmore Leos were among the biggest winners in the second week of the 2021/2022 Kenya Cup league as they beat…

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6th Place Finish for Shujaa in the second Dubai7s Tournament

Dec 4, 2021

The Kenya Rugby National Sevens team finished sixth overall in the second leg of the Dubai7s tournament after going down…

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Shujaa has a good platform to build on, says Innocent Simiyu

Dec 2, 2021

Shujaa kicks off the second leg of the Dubai sevens on Friday 3rd December morning against Australia at 8:44am EAT.…

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Introduction of women’s league excites Lionesses coach

Dec 2, 2021

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Nondies begin life at new home as Kenya Cup enters match day two

Dec 2, 2021

Record champions Nondescripts begin life at their new home venue at the Ngong Racecourse with a clash against Kenya Harlequin…

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Inaugural East Africa Tuskers captain Jimmy Todd leaves the pitch

Nov 30, 2021

Todd became the first captain by ‘default’ of the inaugural Tuskers on the tour of the Copper belt in August…

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‘Game On Global’ community law variations to advance rugby accessibility and welfare

Nov 30, 2021

Promoting global consistency in the law variations open to unions at the community level of the game, a menu of…

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World Rugby ups the pace of women’s rugby with second phase of women’s strategic plan

Nov 29, 2021

World Rugby has announced that it will increase the pace of women’s rugby development through the second phase of its…

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Maseno to serve four match home ban

Nov 29, 2021

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Kenya Cup Match Day 1 Round Up

Nov 27, 2021

Kenya Harlequin won the Ngong Road Derby at the RFUEA Ground as the 2021/22 Kenya Cup season kicked off in…

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Shujaa finish eighth in Dubai, land in Pool B for second tournament

Nov 27, 2021

Shujaa closed out their Dubai 7s campaign in eighth place, going down 7-29 to Ireland in the seventh place final…

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Big wins for Mwamba, Impala as Women’s Kenya Cup kicks off

Nov 27, 2021

There were big wins for Yamanashi Impala Saracens and Mwamba as the Women’s Kenya Cup kicked off on Saturday 27…

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Dubai 7s 5th Place Semifinal: Kenya 5 Great Britain 33: Match Report

Nov 27, 2021

A 33-5 defeat to Great Britain saw Kenya drop to the seventh place final at the Dubai 7s on Saturday…

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Dubai 7s Cup Quarterfinal: Kenya 5 Fiji 19: Match Report

Nov 27, 2021

Kenya are out of cup contention at the Dubai 7s after a 19-5 quarterfinal defeat to Fiji at The Sevens…

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Shujaa to face Fiji in Dubai 7s cup quarterfinals

Nov 26, 2021

Kenya closed out their Pool B fixtures at the Dubai 7s with victory over Spain at The Sevens Stadium, Dubai…

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Dubai 7s: Kenya 17 Argentina 22: Match Report

Nov 26, 2021

A strong rally was not enough to save Kenya from a 22-17 loss to Argentina in their second Pool B…

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KRU to hold World Rugby officiating course for women

Nov 26, 2021

The Kenya Rugby Union will hold a World Rugby Level 1 officiating course at the RFUEA Ground on Sunday 28…

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Dubai 7s: Kenya 7 USA 14: Match Report

Nov 26, 2021

Shujaa started their Dubai 7s campaign with a 14-7 Pool B defeat to the USA at The Sevens Stadium in…

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Match Official Appointments: 27 November 2021

Nov 25, 2021

KENYA CUP Strathmore Leos vs TopFry Nakuru 1pm,  RFUEA  Referee: Godwin Karuga Assistant: Vincent Muiruri & Kevin Wambugu KCB vs Homeboyz…

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Championship, Nationwide kick off date confirmed

Nov 25, 2021

The second and third tier Kenya Rugby Union leagues will kick off on Saturday 4 December 2021 following approval from…

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Mukidza leads the Simbas against Diables

Nov 24, 2021

Experienced utility back Darwin Mukidza captains the Simbas in the closing match of their South African tour against Spanish side,…

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Through Malcolm’s Eyes: A Recap of The Simbas South African Tour

Nov 24, 2021

The Kenya Rugby National 15s team, The Simbas have now been in South Africa for the last twenty days for…

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Six matches on the cards, women’s action lined up as new Kenya Cup season kicks off

Nov 23, 2021

There are six matches on the cards as the 2021/22 Kenya Cup season kicks off on Saturday 27 November 2021.…

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Simbas to close out South Africa tour against Diables Barcelona

Nov 22, 2021

This clash which is part of the Toyota Intercontinental Invitational Series will take place on Thursday 25 November 2021 in…

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Odera praises Simbas resilience after Brazil victory

Nov 21, 2021

Odera said, "When we led 22-16 at half time against Brazil, I feared a repeat of  last week's clash against…

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Shamas hit Kabarak to lift KRU Nationwide crown

Nov 20, 2021

Shamas Rugby Foundation are the new KRU Nationwide league champions after defeating Kabarak University 39-8 in an entertaining final at…

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Simbas edge Brazil to finish third in Stellenbosch

Nov 20, 2021

A 36-30 victory over Brazil saw the  Simbas finish third in the Stellenbosch Challenge on Saturday 20th November, at the…

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Oduor,Musonye, Njoroge and Odero included in Simbas squad to face Brazil

Nov 19, 2021

Paul Odera has named the Simbas squad that will take on Brazil on Saturday 20th November at the Stellenbosch Academy…

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Shamas and Kabarak go toe to toe in Nationwide final

Nov 19, 2021

While the matter of promotion to the second tier KRU Championship has already been concluded, Shamas Rugby Foundation and Kabarak…

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Otieno is October’s Sports Personality of the Month

Nov 19, 2021

To win the coveted monthly award, Buffa beat top nominees among them rally driver Carl "Flash" Tundo who lead compatriots…

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Wekesa, Omondi set for Shujaa debut in Dubai

Nov 19, 2021

Kevin Wekesa and Tony Omondi are set for their Sevens World Series debuts after being named in Head Coach Innocent…

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Mumo to officiate Nationwide final

Nov 18, 2021

Makueni based Joseph Mumo will be the center referee for Saturday’s KRU Nationwide final at the RFUEA Ground. Mumo,who became…

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Early kick off times on final day of Stellenbosch Challenge

Nov 17, 2021

This Saturday 20th November, the Stellenbosch Challenge will kick off earlier as compared to last weekend. The bronze match pitting…

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KRU hosts successful World Rugby Level 1 S & C course

Nov 17, 2021

The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) hosted two World Rugby Level 1 Strength and Conditioning courses in Nairobi on 13th and…

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Shujaa in Pool B for Dubai 7s

Nov 16, 2021

The men’s national sevens team, Shujaa, have been drawn in Pool B for the Sevens World Series season opening Dubai…

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Nationwide final confirmed for RFUEA

Nov 16, 2021

This fixture, which kicks off at 3.00pm EAT pits Shamas Rugby Foundation and Kabarak University who navigated through their semifinal…

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Simbas fall to Namibia in Stellenbosch

Nov 14, 2021

It was a tale of two halves when the Simbas took on Namibia on Sunday afternoon at the Stellenbosch Academy…

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Head To Head: Kenya v Namibia

Nov 14, 2021

The two sides met for the first time during the Rugby World Cup 1995 qualification tournament in Nairobi in 1993,…

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Shamas, Kabarak promoted to KRU championship

Nov 13, 2021

There will be debutantes in the second tier KRU Championship for the 2021/22 season following the conclusion of the semifinals…

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Five Changes In Simbas Match Day 23 facing Namibia

Nov 12, 2021

Kenya Simbas Head Coach Paul Odera has made five changes in his match day 23 that will be taking on…

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Match Official Appointments: Nationwide Semifinals

Nov 11, 2021

These are the semifinal appointments for the Nationwide semifinals set for Saturday 13 November 2021 Shamas Foundation vs Daystar University…

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The Kenya Simbas Lay in Wait For Namibia

Nov 11, 2021

This Sunday the Kenya Simbas will take on Namibia for the first time in three years with their previous meeting…

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Rugby season under new trial rules promises exciting brand of play

Nov 10, 2021

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Kenya Simbas Arrive At The Stellenbosch Academy of Sport

Nov 7, 2021

The Kenya Rugby National Men’s Fifteens team arrived in Cape Town on Sunday morning after spending four days in Pretoria…

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Nationwide semifinal pairings confirmed

Nov 6, 2021

The semifinal pairing in the KRU Nationwide league is now complete. Shamas Rugby Foundation will face off with Daystar Falcons…

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Valuable lessons picked by Kenya Simbas after the Carling Champions Match

Nov 6, 2021

On Saturday 6th November 2021, the Kenya Simbas faced the Carling Currie Cup Champions Team that was selected by the…

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Match Official Appointments: Nationwide Quarterfinals

Nov 5, 2021

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Kayange selected to World Rugby Awards panel

Nov 4, 2021

Kenyan rugby sevens great Humphrey Kayange is among the panelists for the World Rugby awards which return in 2021 to…

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50:22 among global law trials to be used in upcoming season

Nov 3, 2021

The Kenya Rugby Referee Association has confirmed use of the World Rugby global law trials during the new season which…

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KRU statement on Safari 7s

Nov 3, 2021

The curtain came down on the 24th edition of the Safari 7s tournament, the premier continental rugby event, hosted in Kenya…

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Simbas depart for South African tour

Nov 3, 2021

The Simbas left the country on Wednesday 3 November 2021 for a three week tour of South Africa.  A delegation…

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Quest for Championship promotion begins this weekend

Nov 2, 2021

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Lionesses win Safari 7s women’s competition

Oct 31, 2021

Kenya Lionesses emerged victorious in the women’s competition at the just concluded Safari 7s, completing their round robin fixtures unbeaten.…

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Shujaa edge Germany to reclaim Safari Sevens crown

Oct 31, 2021

Shujaa are the new Safari 7s champions, lifting the Robin Cahill trophy after edging Germany 12-5 in a thriller-a-minute final…

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Germany, Samurai and Uganda unbeaten in day two of the 2021 Safari Sevens

Oct 30, 2021

Germany, Samurai, and Uganda finished top of their pools having registered three out of three wins on day two of…

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Free Covid-19 vaccinations on offer at Safari 7s

Oct 29, 2021

Fans at the Safari 7s will benefit from free Covid-19 vaccination jabs courtesy of the tournament’s healthcare partners, AAR Healthcare…

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Morans, Shujaa, Chipu 7s squads named ahead of Safari 7s

Oct 29, 2021

The three Kenyan representative sides have announced their squads for the 2021 Safari Sevens which kicks off on Saturday 30…

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Simbas travelling squad announced ahead of South African tour

Oct 29, 2021

The Simbas squad for November’s tour of South Africa has been named by Head Coach Paul Odera. Kabras backrow Dan…

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2021 Safari 7s Order of Play

Oct 29, 2021

Saturday 30 October 2021 920:Zimbabwe v Germany 940:Shujaa v Stallion 7s 1000: SA All Stars 7s Academy v Red Wailers 1020: Samurai…

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Sevens great Kayange inducted into World Rugby hall of game

Oct 27, 2021

Rugby sevens legend Humphrey Kayange has attained yet another milestone, becoming the first Kenyan to be inducted into the World…

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Shujaa seeded first for Safari 7s

Oct 27, 2021

Shujaa are top seeds for this year’s Safari Sevens which kicks off at the Nyayo National Stadium on Saturday 30…

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Age grade, vets rugby to get Safari 7s underway

Oct 26, 2021

Age grade and vets rugby will get the 2021 Safari Sevens underway on Friday 29 October at the Nyayo National…

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Live broadcast for Safari 7s

Oct 26, 2021

Fans will be able to follow the 2021 Safari Sevens live as Kenya Rugby Union’s official broadcast partner, Mediamax, prepares…

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Kakamega to host World Rugby level two coaching course

Oct 26, 2021

The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) will host a World Rugby level two coaching workshop in Kakamega on 6th and 7th…

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Expression of Interest: Food, Alcohol and Bar Services: Safari Sevens 2021

Oct 26, 2021

The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) invites vendors to express their interest in the provision of food and alcohol vending services…

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Safari 7s tickets now on sale!

Oct 26, 2021

Tickets for the 2021 Safari Sevens are now on sale. Regular tickets will cost Ksh 500 per day while VIP…

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KRU confident of hosting successful Safari Sevens event

Oct 22, 2021

The Kenya Rugby Union is looking forward to hosting a successful Safari Sevens tournament which returns after a year’s hiatus…

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Spain, Germany latest confirmations for Safari Sevens

Oct 21, 2021

Sevens World Series core team Spain and 2019 Rugby Europe Sevens Grand Prix Series winners Germany are the latest teams…

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Safari Sevens: 14 confirmations received to date

Oct 20, 2021

A total of 14 teams have so far confirmed their participation in the Safari Sevens which will be held on…

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A Rugby Tribute to Edwin Alfred (Eddie) Bristow by Paul Okong’o

Oct 8, 2021

Edwin ‘Eddie’ Bristow was born in Kenya on 30/12/1930.  Eddie played for King’s School, Bruton, and started his career as…

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Simbas training squad named ahead of South African tour

Oct 7, 2021

Head Coach Paul Odera has named a fourty man squad for the Simbas November fixtures in South Africa. Commenting on…

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Simbas lined up against Currie Cup’s creme de la creme in Carling Champions match

Oct 6, 2021

"The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) is greatly honoured by the invitation by SARU to participate in the Carling Champions Cup…

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KRU hosted to bilateral talks on growing the game in Nyandarua County

Oct 6, 2021

The Governor of Nyandarua County, Francis Kimemia held round table consultations with officials from Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) led by…

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Job Advertisement: Chief Executive Officer: Kenya Rugby Union

Oct 2, 2021

As part of its commitment to securing sustainable operations and the future of Rugby Union in Kenya, and to make…

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Shujaa close out 2021 season in third place

Sep 27, 2021

Shujaa closed out the 2021 HSBC Sevens World Series in third place after a third place finish at the season…

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Edmonton Sevens: Shujaa to face Germany in cup quarters

Sep 26, 2021

They started their campaign with a 38-5 win over Chile. Willy Ambaka scored two tries with Nelson Oyoo, Mark Kwemoi,…

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Peter Drewett appointed KRU High Performance Consultant

Sep 24, 2021

Peter is no stranger to the High Performance environment, having been involved in several roles across the globe, starting with…

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Advisory: Non Official Kenya Rugby Merchandise

Sep 22, 2021

By purchasing through the official channels, the public are assured that the money they spend will trickle back into the…

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Shujaa finish second in Vancouver

Sep 20, 2021

Kenya finished second after a 38-5 cup final defeat to South Africa at the Vancouver Sevens held at the BC…

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Nyati Franchise Wins The KRU Women’s Festival

Sep 19, 2021

Nyati Franchise was the 2021 victors of the KRU Women Franchise after beating second-place Ndovu Franchise 71-5 at the RFUEA…

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Kenya Rugby Women’s Franchise Heads Into The Finals

Sep 17, 2021

The RFUEA Grounds will on Sunday 19th September host the Women’s Franchise finals with the first match, the third and…

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World Rugby launches Tackle Ready to educate players on safe tackle technique

Sep 15, 2021

World Rugby Chairman Sir Bill Beaumont said: “Our mission is to make rugby as safe and accessible as possible for…

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Vancouver Sevens: Shujaa Fixtures & Timings

Sep 13, 2021

Shujaa are in Pool A for this weekend’s opening round of the HSBC Sevens World Series, the Vancouver Sevens on…

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Simiyu declares squad for Vancouver

Sep 10, 2021

"We have had a very good one week high performance camp at Parklands Sports Club and the boys have managed…

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Resilient KCB keep the Kenya Cup title

Sep 5, 2021

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How to watch the 2021 Kenya Cup Final live

Sep 3, 2021

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Kenya Cup Final: Kabras, KCB declare their match day squads

Sep 3, 2021

Kabras and KCB have named their match day squads for Saturday’s Kenya Cup final at the Nandi Bears Club in…

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We are ready! – Mwanja

Sep 3, 2021

KCB Assistant Coach Dennis Mwanja has declared his team ready for Saturday’s Kenya Cup final against Kabras Sugar at the…

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Habimana expecting great Kenya Cup final

Sep 3, 2021

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2021 Kenya Cup Final: Kabras v KCB: Head to Head Record

Sep 2, 2021

Kabras Sugar and KCB face off in the Kenya Cup final at 2.00pm on Saturday 4 September 2021 at the…

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World Rugby partnering with unions and regions to grow the sport

Sep 1, 2021

World Rugby has today published a modern, ambitious and player welfare driven participation plan which is focused on empowering it’s…

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Shujaa training squad announced ahead of 2021 HSBC Sevens World Series

Sep 1, 2021

“Our team selection is based on the last squad performance up to Tokyo where we have retained 15 players and…

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Bomet hosts landmark women’s U20 event

Sep 1, 2021

Bomet town  played host to the Inter-Regions Under 20 Ladies sevens tournament. Held at Bomet University College on the weekend…

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Kenya Rugby Union’s Training and Education Workforce increases its capacity

Aug 30, 2021

The Kenya Rugby Union’s T&E workforce has increased its Educator numbers from 31 to 40 after nine participants attained their…

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2021 Kenya Cup Final: What you need to know

Aug 30, 2021

Kabras Sugar and defending champions KCB meet in the 2021 Kenya Cup final at 2.00pm at the Nandi Bears Club…

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Tanga, Dukisa stay top of Kenya Cup scoring charts

Aug 29, 2021

Brian Tanga leads the trying scoring charts heading into the Kenya Cup final on Saturday 4 September at the Nandi…

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Ndungú takes charge of Kenya Cup final

Aug 29, 2021

29 year old Moses Ndungú takes charge of Saturday’s Kenya Cup final between Kabras Sugar and defending champions KCB. Facebook…

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Usual suspects in Kenya Cup final

Aug 28, 2021

Kabras Sugar and KCB will meet in the Kenya Cup final for the fifth time after emerging victorious in their…

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Kenya Cup Semis: Team News and Livestream Info

Aug 28, 2021

Squads have been declared for this afternoon's Kenya Cup semifinals in Nandi and Nairobi.

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Stage set for Kenya Cup semis

Aug 27, 2021

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Match Official Appointments: Kenya Cup Semifinals: 28 August 2021

Aug 26, 2021

Constant Cap and Victor Oduor will be the men in charge of Saturday's Kenya Cup semifinal fixtures in Nandi and…

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Oloo rues missed chances against Colombia

Aug 26, 2021

Head Coach Felix Oloo has rued the missed chances that saw the Lionesses suffer a heartbreaking 16-15 loss to Colombia…