Also known as: ADAK
Kenyan institution implementing the country's anti-doping framework, conducting education workshops and managing athlete compliance ahead of 2029 World Athletics Championships.
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The Standard
… AK has also embarked on the registration and validation of coaches, medical personnel and technical officials under the government-funded Enhanced Programme, working alongside the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) and the Ministry of Sports. …
How Athletics Kenya is working to close the gender gapCitizen Digital
Kenyan football clubs urged to invest more in anti-doping awareness By Angel Shantel August 27, 2026 05:10 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter ADAK Head of Anti-Doping Education and Research Dr. …
Kenyan football clubs urged to invest more in anti-doping awarenessCitizen Digital
… Martin Yauma, Head of Education and Research at Anti-doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) during the sixth ADAK-SJAK anti-doping Media workshop in Mombasa on February 27, 2026. …
SJAK calls out FKF over journalists’ assaultThe Standard
… That proverb returned to me last Tuesday, when Kitui Green Run announced its winners after the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) completed its process. …
Doping: Let us remove the maize cob before champions step on itCitizen Digital
… He noted that it interlocks the working relationship between ADAK, AK and AIU, creating a reliable "source of truth" in athlete management. …
AK unveils Riadha Connect platform to manage athletics activitiesCitizen Digital
… ola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); The championship was organised by the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) in partnership with Athletics Kenya (AK), the Uasin Gishu County Government, and the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya …
Chepso, Lagat crowned champions at inaugural KEMRI Cross Country ChampionshipsThe Standard
… The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) will conduct tests for all athletes so that when they win, they win clean,” he said. …
Omanyala leads Kenyan squad for Glasgow Commonwealth GamesCitizen Digital
… The government has also intensified efforts to strengthen the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya in a move aimed at reinforcing Kenya’s commitment to clean sport and international best practices. …
Kenya confident of earning the hosting rights of World Athletics ChampionshipsCitizen Digital
… Wanyama, brought together representatives from the Office of the Attorney-General and Department of Justice, the State Department for Sports, Kenya Academy of Sports, Football Kenya Federation (FKF), the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK), the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya …
Stakeholders back bill to criminalize match-fixing in KenyaCapital News
… Additional allocations proposed by the Committee include Ksh180 million for the Kenya Academy of Sports, Ksh40 million for the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya and Ksh705 million for rehabilitation of stadia and construction of community sports grounds through the Sports, Arts and Soc …
KSh32.2 Billion Proposed for Sports as AFCON Preparations IntensifyThe World Anti-Doping Agency President Witold Bańka expressed confidence in Kenya's doping fight during a visit and warned criminals smuggling performance-enhancing drugs. He called for Kenya to establish a multi-agency task force including police, prosecutors, customs, immigration, the NIS and DCI to combat drug trafficking and protect athletes.
7 October 2026 · The Standard →
The World Anti-Doping Agency President Witold Bańka expressed confidence in Kenya's doping fight during a visit and warned criminals smuggling performance-enhancing drugs. He called for Kenya to establish a multi-agency task force including police, prosecutors, customs, immigration, the NIS and DCI to combat drug trafficking and protect athletes.
7 October 2026 · The Standard →
The World Anti-Doping Agency chief visited Kenya and called for a strong anti-doping culture and zero tolerance for drugs in sport as the country prepares to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, the first time the event will be held in Africa.
6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) President Witold Bańka concluded a three-day official visit to Kenya, holding consultative meetings with President Ruto, the Sports Cabinet Secretary, sports administrators, and athletes to strengthen the country's anti-doping framework, particularly within athletics.
6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
World Anti-Doping Agency President Witold Banka arrived in Kenya to evaluate the country's anti-doping reforms and review the framework being implemented by the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya. During his visit, he is scheduled to meet with athletes, President William Ruto, and Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya to strengthen Kenya's fight against doping.
5 October 2026 · The Standard →
World Anti-Doping Agency President Witold Bańka arrived in Nairobi on Sunday for a three-day official visit aimed at strengthening Kenya's anti-doping campaign. He is expected to meet President William Ruto, Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, and other key stakeholders in Kenya's sporting sector.
4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Athletics Integrity Unit banned Kenyan marathoner Philemon Kiplimo Kimaiyo for two years after he tested positive for chlorthalidone, a prohibited diuretic and masking agent, in an out-of-competition test in July 2026. Kimaiyo admitted taking painkillers containing the substance that belonged to his wife to treat pain after long runs, and his suspension runs from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2028.
29 September 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen dismissed concerns over anti-doping rule violations involving Kenyan athletes in the context of Nairobi's successful bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, stating the government has been transparent and intensified efforts to combat doping through strengthened local institutions and international cooperation.
21 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has placed anti-doping at the centre of the Mashujaa Day sporting tournament, warning that Kenya must protect young athletes from exploitation and calling for efforts against those running pharmacies and facilities that expose athletes to prohibited substances.
20 September 2026 · Capital News →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said this year's Mashujaa Day sporting tournament will prioritize clean sport and anti-doping measures to protect young athletes from exploitation. The tournament will bring together teams from Uasin Gishu, Nandi and Elgeyo Marakwet, with the Sports Ministry planning a conference to discuss challenges including doping.
20 September 2026 · The Standard →
A UK-based track and field coach drew Kenyan backlash on social media after criticizing Kenya's successful bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, calling it a reward for "the world biggest dopers." The coach subsequently made his account private following immediate pushback from Kenyan sports fans, journalists, and public figures.
18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Athletics Kenya is prioritizing women's representation in coaching, officiating and leadership roles to align with World Athletics' target of 40 per cent female representation on executive boards by 2029. The federation trained 44 women from affiliated regions on a CECS Level 1 coaching course in October.
4 September 2026 · The Standard →
Football Kenya Federation and the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya have begun a series of anti-doping workshops for clubs in the Kenya Premier League, FKF Women's Premier League, and FKF National Super League, covering doping control processes and Anti-Doping Rule Violations.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sports journalists have condemned the alleged assault and harassment of media members during Sunday's FKF Super Cup clash between Gor Mahia FC and Tusker FC at Nyayo National Stadium, where chaotic scenes after the final whistle saw fans invade the pitch and police deploy tear gas. Several journalists covering the match were reportedly caught up in confrontations with security officers, including Sporty FM journalist Hesbon Nyamari, who described his encounter with police as an alleged abduction attempt.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's high rate of doping violations — accounting for 12 per cent of athlete violations globally, the world's third-highest share — represents a moral crisis threatening sport's integrity and national honor. The author cites recent cases, including three positive samples at the Kitui Green Run, and notes that ADAK's register lists 45 provisionally suspended competitors, with 35 in athletics.
23 August 2026 · The Standard →
Athletics Kenya, in partnership with the Government and the Athletics Integrity Unit, has launched Riadha Connect, a digital platform designed to manage all athletics activities and services including personnel management, competition administration, and performance monitoring.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mercy Chepso and Kenneth Lagat were crowned champions at the inaugural KEMRI Cross Country Championships held at Eldoret Sports Club on Sunday, with Chepso winning the senior women's 10-kilometre race in 34:47.6 and Lagat claiming the senior men's race in 29:49.2. Organisers pledged to make the event an annual fixture aimed at promoting sports science, athlete health, and community engagement.
28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Reigning Commonwealth Games 100m champion Ferdinand Omanyala, world 800m champion Lilian Odira, and former world 1,500m champion Timothy Cheruiyot have been named to Kenya's athletics squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, following national trials at Nyayo National Stadium.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya is confident of securing hosting rights for the World Athletics Championships in 2029 or 2031, with the decision expected in September. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said the bid committee submitted a strong document citing the success of the Nairobi Marathon and government commitment to improving sports infrastructure as key factors.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Stakeholders including the Football Kenya Federation and National Olympic Committee of Kenya have backed a proposed Sports (Amendment) Bill, 2026 that would prohibit and criminalize the manipulation of sports competitions, though some have recommended amendments to strengthen its implementation.
5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Parliamentary Budget and Appropriations Committee has proposed KSh32.2 billion for the State Department for Sports as part of preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which Kenya is co-hosting with Tanzania and Uganda. The Sports Committee chair assured lawmakers that stadium renovations are on track and that Kenya is ready to host the continental tournament.
25 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya held a three-day workshop in Machakos County with the Sports Disputes Tribunal and legal stakeholders to strengthen anti-doping adjudication, institutional alignment, and consistency in handling doping-related cases as Kenya positions itself as a regional leader in clean sport governance.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya has rolled out a week-long athlete education programme across 16 elite training camps in Nandi and Elgeyo Marakwet counties, targeting both elite and upcoming athletes with focus on the World Anti-Doping Agency prohibited list, medication safety, therapeutic use exemptions, and nutrition.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya conducted an anti-doping education session for 67 Team Kenya athletes ahead of the 2026 African Senior Championships in Accra, Ghana (May 12–17). ADAK officials emphasized the importance of accurate athlete whereabouts reporting, noting that missed tests and filing failures have led to sanctions for numerous athletes.
9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Athletics legend Kipchoge Keino has called for Kenya to protect its sporting legacy by fighting doping at the grassroots level, emphasizing the need to educate young people in schools about the harms of performance-enhancing drugs and their damage to the nation's reputation.
28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →