- In the women’s race, Ethiopia’s Aynalem Desta took the crown, but Kenya’s 20-year-old rising star Janeth Mutungi stunned many by finishing second with a time of 1:12:49.
- Kenya emerged champions after sweeping all gold medals on offer to bag the single ticket reserved for Africa at this year’s Senior World Rafting Championships that will be held from November 3 to 9 in Argentina.
- In the Secretary General race, incumbent Wycliffe Ongori successfully fended off competition from Thomas Onyango Olal and Gilbert Ouko Oyoo, garnering a commanding 24 votes. Olal and Oyoo received 7 and 5 votes respectively.
- FIFPro Europe filed a complaint to the European Commission last year accusing FIFA of abusing its position with regards to its handling of the international match calendar.
- Despite falling 6-3, 6-3 to Japan’s formidable pair of Natsuki Yoshimoto and Jay Dylan Hara Friend in the gold medal match, the Kenyan pair showcased tenacity and skill throughout the tournament.
- Pirlo, 46, a key player in Italy's 2006 World Cup triumph, has had spells in charge of Juve, Fatih Karagumruk in Turkey and most recently Sampdoria since retiring from playing in 2017.
- Lotwis's presence in Kenya this week also included attending the recent NOC-K elections and observing the Tokyo World Championship trials, reflecting his engagement as a key stakeholder.
- The 21-year-old, Arsenal's fifth signing in recent weeks, is set to provide cover for William Saliba and Gabriel at the heart of the Gunners' defence
- The 55-year-old tactician also defended national team coach Bennie McCarthy, urging him to ignore external noise and focus on fine-tuning his squad ahead of the tournament that kicks off on August 2.
- He says the proposed structure aims to support local talent growth, increase competitiveness, and attract more commercial sponsorships to both top-flight and lower-tier clubs.
- Odhiambo who was named the MVP in the 2023/2024 season however believes the setbacks could prove to be a blessing in disguise for the record Kenyan champions.