Also known as: 1st Deputy President Barnaba Korir · Deputy President Barnaba Korir
Barnaba Korir — Athletics Kenya Youth Development Chairman and NOC-K Vice-President, supporting youth athlete development and Kenya's Olympic/World Championships bids.
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The Standard
… NOC-K Vice President Barnaba Korir congratulated Kipkorir and the wider team, praising their performances on the international stage. …
Ng'etich wins gold in CopenhagenThe Standard
… NOC-K first vice-president Barnaba Korir said the committee had worked closely with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to select outstanding refugee athletes for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics.“Having the first Youth Olympics on African soil will offer us the opportunity to …
Young refugee athletes ready for the first Youth Olympics on African soilCitizen Digital
… Speaking at Kasarani in Nairobi, where the committee announced support for the national women’s team, Malkia Strikers, who are chasing their first Olympic Games win, NOC-K first Vice President Barnaba Korir said the committee had already visited Los Angeles to assess accommodatio …
NOC-K upbeat as preparations for 2028 Olympics begin in earnestCitizen Digital
Nairobi has what it takes to win 2029 World Championships bid, Korir By Magdaline Thuku August 24, 2026 01:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Chairman of Youth Development at Athletics Kenya, Barnaba Korir …
Nairobi has what it takes to win 2029 World Championships bid, KorirCitizen Digital
‘Kenya has what it takes to host 2029 World Athletics Championships,’ Korir By John Kyanda August 19, 2026 03:45 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter The 2026 Absa Kip Keino Classic meet Director Barnaba Korir a …
‘Kenya has what it takes to host 2029 World Athletics Championships,’ KorirCitizen Digital
… Athletics Kenya Youth Development Committee Chairman Barnaba Korir says the federation is encouraging promising junior athletes to pursue university education abroad while continuing to develop their careers on the track. …
Kenyan student-athletes reap rewards of athletics-academic pathwayCitizen Digital
… nts more support for youth camps after Oregon success By Mkalla wa Mwambodze August 10, 2026 02:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Athletics Kenya Youth Development Chairman, Barnaba Korir …
Korir wants more support for youth camps after Oregon successCitizen Digital
… Athletics Kenya Youth Development Director Barnaba Korir hailed the duo's qualification, saying the performances reflected the country's thriving youth development programme. …
Cheptoo, Jepngetich at centre of Kenya's dramatic World U20 opening dayCitizen Digital
… For Athletics Kenya Youth Development Director Barnaba Korir, however, the championships are about much more than immediate success. …
Kenya's U20 stars eye world glory as Korir maps long-term Olympic visionCitizen Digital
… ns, including a residential training camp at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, where athletes from different disciplines trained together before departing for Scotland.During the team's flag-off, National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK) Vice President Barnaba Korir …
Bowlers open Kenya's Commonwealth Games campaign in GlasgowAgnes Ng'etich of Kenya won the women's half marathon at the World Athletics Road Running Championships in Copenhagen in 1:05:15, a new women-only world record. Her victory marked her second global title of 2026, following the World Cross Country Championships in January.
20 September 2026 · The Standard →
Agnes Ng'etich of Kenya won the women's half marathon at the World Athletics Road Running Championships in Copenhagen in 1:05:15, a new women-only world record. Her victory marked her second global title of 2026, following the World Cross Country Championships in January.
20 September 2026 · The Standard →
A six-member refugee youth team selected from Kenya and Uganda is training in Kaptagat for the first Youth Olympics on African soil, to be held in Dakar, Senegal, from October 31 to November 13. Mentored by two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge, the team comprises athletes from refugee backgrounds who have been assessed by the International Olympic Committee, World Athletics, and Kenya's National Olympic Committee.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
The National Olympic Committee of Kenya has begun preparations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, with officials visiting the host city to assess accommodation and venues. NOC-K aims to broaden Kenya's medal prospects beyond athletics by supporting more athletes and teams to qualify for the Games, including the women's volleyball team Malkia Strikers.
2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Athletics Kenya says Nairobi's chances of hosting the 2029 World Athletics Championships have improved with government backing and ongoing investment in sports infrastructure, including improvements at Kasarani Stadium and development of Talanta Sports City.
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Athletics Kenya Nairobi branch chairman Barnaba Korir says Kenya has government support, infrastructure development, and passion for athletics to become the first African nation to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029.
19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
More than 290 Kenyan student-athletes are pursuing university education in the United States while developing their athletic careers. Athletics Kenya says the athletics-academic pathway is helping build a new generation of athletes capable of competing globally, with some having competed at recent Commonwealth Games and World Championships.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Athletics Kenya Youth Development Chairman Barnaba Korir has called for increased support for school holiday athletics camps to nurture young talent, with plans to expand camps across the country as part of a long-term strategy for preparing athletes for major international competitions including the 2028 Olympic Games. Kenya identified promising athletes from the 2026 World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Eugene who are expected to represent Kenya at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar scheduled for October 31 to November 13.
10 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At the World Athletics U20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon, Anastasia Cheptoo Lang'at missed the water jump in the women's 3,000m steeplechase but recovered to finish second in her heat in 9:51.02, while teammate Nancy Jepngetich was disqualified in the women's 800m.
6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's 23 U20 athletes are competing at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Eugene, Oregon (August 5–9), aiming to build on the country's seven-medal haul from the previous edition. Athletics Kenya's Youth Development Director Barnaba Korir views the championships as a pathway to prepare young athletes for the 2028 Los Angeles and 2032 Olympics.
5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games began on July 23rd with the national bowls team competing against New Zealand in the women's pairs event in Glasgow, Scotland, marking the country's first event at the Games ahead of the official opening ceremony.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that while the Commonwealth Games unfold in Glasgow, the greater opportunity lies in harnessing the Commonwealth's shared language, legal traditions, and diaspora networks to increase trade, investment, and enterprise among its 56 member states, which span 2.7 billion people across every inhabited continent.
23 July 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 →
With the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow approaching, Team Kenya is in final preparations with squads across athletics, boxing, hockey, basketball and para-sport. The boxing team will field four competitors—Boniface Mugunde and Robert Okaka in the men's category, and Amina Martha and RoseMarion in the women's competition.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
NOC-K Vice-President Barnaba Korir has urged Team Kenya's athletes to compete with pride, discipline and determination as they depart for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, reminding them they carry the hopes of millions of Kenyans.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has begun sending athletes and officials to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, with the first contingent of four para powerlifting athletes and three officials departing overnight. The games are scheduled for July 23 to August 3.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Olympic Committee of Kenya has challenged coaches who completed a five-day Olympic Solidarity Technical Course for Coaches to apply their knowledge to strengthen coaching structures and grow judo in the country. The course, conducted by International Judo Federation expert Salim Bougoffa, combined theoretical and practical training aligned with international standards.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya is hosting the Continental Olympic Solidarity Forum in Nairobi, bringing together National Olympic Committees from across Africa to plan for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The forum aims to strengthen athlete development, enhance high-performance systems, and equip member countries with information on qualification pathways and support programmes.
30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Team Kenya has entered final preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow (July 23–August 2), shifting from individual qualification trials to intensive residential training camps. Athletes including former world champion Timothy Cheruiyot are focusing on teamwork to maximize Kenya's medal prospects, particularly in middle and long-distance running.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Following national trials, Team Kenya has entered camp to prepare for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games (July 23–August 2), with a focus on unified tactical strategy and team-first philosophy rather than individual achievement. Timothy Cheruiyot and other returning athletes emphasize coordinated race mechanics among training partners to secure medals for Kenya.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Team Kenya has completed national trials and is preparing for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games (July 23–August 2), focusing on coordinated team strategy and unified tactics to secure a dominant medal haul. The delegation prioritises collective success over individual ambitions, with returning athletes like 1,500m specialist Timothy Cheruiyot emphasising coordinated race mechanics among training partners.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Enock Kipkemboi and Joy Kemuma won the men's and women's full marathon races at the fifth Nairobi City Marathon, which attracted 17,450 participants from 75 countries. Kipkemboi finished in 2:09:32, while Kemuma clocked 2:27:43.
7 June 2026 · The Standard →
More than 17,500 people have registered for the fifth edition of the Nairobi City Marathon on June 7, exceeding the organizers' target of 15,000. Competition director Barnaba Korir said preparations are in final stages with all registration slots taken.
25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The fifth edition of the Nairobi City Marathon, scheduled for June 7, has sold out with 17,000 runners from 75 countries competing in four categories: 42km full marathon, 21km half marathon, 10km run, and 5km fun run. Winners of the men's and women's marathon will each receive Sh3.5m in prize money.
22 May 2026 · The Standard →
The 2026 Nairobi City Marathon has received over 17,000 registrations, surpassing last year's 16,000 applications. Runners come mainly from Kenya (15,000) with participants from 75 countries; the race will feature four categories on June 7.
21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Athletics Kenya will host national trials for the 2026 World Under-20 Championships on May 21–23 at Nyayo Stadium, with more than 200 junior athletes expected to compete. The World Under-20 Championships are scheduled for August 2–9, 2026, in Eugene, Oregon, USA, and athletes must present original documentation for mandatory age verification.
16 May 2026 · The Standard →
Athletics Kenya will hold national trials for the 2026 World Under-20 Championships from May 21 to 23 at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, with more than 200 junior athletes expected to participate by invitation. Age verification through original documentation is now a compulsory requirement for participation.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's 30-member team is competing at the World Athletics Relays 2026 in Gaborone, Botswana, seeking qualification slots for the 2027 World Championships in Beijing and the World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest. Ferdinand Omanyala and Mercy Oketch lead the team across five relay events, with the Mixed 4x100m relay beginning Kenya's campaign.
2 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →