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Barnaba Korir

Also known as: 1st Deputy President Barnaba Korir · Deputy President Barnaba Korir

Athletics Kenya Youth Development Director and NOC-K Vice-President involved in U20 championships preparation and Commonwealth Games leadership.

2026-05-022026-08-10

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen 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 day
  3. Citizen 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 vision
  4. July 2026
  5. Citizen 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 Glasgow
  6. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeNational Olympic Committee-Kenya Board Deputy President Barnaba Korir hands the flag to Team Kenya for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on July 20, 2026.

    The Commonwealth's greatest prize lies beyond the games
  7. Citizen Digital

    letes and their support personnel. “The system will enable AK to make timely evidenced based decisions using verified information and real time performance data replacing outdated manual systems,” said Tuwei National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) Vice President Barnaba Korir

    AK unveils Riadha Connect platform to manage athletics activities
  8. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeNational Olympic Committee- Kenya Board 1st Deputy President Barnaba Korir hands flag to Team Kenya for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on July 20, 2026.

    Team Kenya eyes Commonwealth glory
  9. Citizen Digital

    NOC-K backs Team Kenya to shine at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games By Magdaline Thuku July 20, 2026 05:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter NOC-K 1st Vice President Barnaba Korir speaking duting the flagging

    NOC-K backs Team Kenya to shine at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
  10. Citizen Digital

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    First batch of Kenyan athletes depart for Commonwealth Games
  11. Citizen Digital

    Speaking during the closing ceremony of the five-day course, NOCK Vice President Barnaba Korir described the programme as a valuable learning experience that brought together coaches for both theoretical and practical training aimed at improving coaching standards.

    Olympic solidarity course ends with call for coaches to drive judo growth
  12. June 2026
  13. Citizen Digital

    We are working closely with the government and the ministry, who will support us with funding as we prepare for future competitions." Athletics Kenya Youth Development Director Barnaba Korir said early planning will be critical in helping African nations engage with LA28 organise

    NOC-K unveils plan as preparations for the 2028 Olympics take shape

Thursday 6 August

  1. Kenya's Cheptoo recovers from steeplechase error to reach final

    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

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Kenya's U20 athletes compete for medals, long-term Olympic vision

    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

Thursday 23 July

  1. Kenya bowls team opens Commonwealth Games campaign in Glasgow

    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

  2. Commonwealth should leverage trade networks beyond Games

    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

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Athletics Kenya launches Riadha Connect platform for management

    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

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Team Kenya prepares for 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

    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

Monday 20 July

  1. NOC-K Vice-President urges Team Kenya unity for Glasgow Games

    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

Thursday 16 July

  1. Kenya's first athletes depart for Glasgow Commonwealth Games

    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

Wednesday 15 July

  1. NOCK urges coaches to drive judo growth after Olympic Solidarity course

    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

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Kenya hosts Continental Olympic Solidarity Forum for LA28

    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

Thursday 25 June

  1. Team Kenya prepares for 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

    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

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Team Kenya begins Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games preparations

    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

  2. Team Kenya enters Glasgow Commonwealth Games camp

    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

Sunday 7 June

  1. Kipkemboi, Kemuma win Nairobi City Marathon titles

    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

Monday 25 May

  1. Nairobi City Marathon registrations exceed 17,500 ahead of June 7

    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

Friday 22 May

  1. Nairobi City Marathon attracts 17,000 runners from 75 countries

    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

Thursday 21 May

  1. Nairobi City Marathon 2026 attracts 17,000 athletes

    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

Saturday 16 May

  1. Kenya hosts national trials for 2026 World U20 Championships

    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

Friday 15 May

  1. Athletics Kenya stages World U-20 Championships trials May 21–23

    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

Saturday 2 May

  1. Kenya's relay team competes for 2027 World Championships qualification

    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

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