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Driftwood 7s

2026-06-172026-08-24

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Kabras Sugar crowned Driftwood 7s champions after defeating KCB By Mark Mutuku August 23, 2026 07:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Kabras Sugar were crowned the new Driftwood 7s champion

    Kabras Sugar crowned Driftwood 7s champions after defeating KCB
  3. Citizen Digital

    KCB storm Driftwood 7s quarters unbeaten By Mark Mutuku August 22, 2026 09:48 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Rugby 7s Circuit leaders and defending champions KCB Rugby Club made a strong

    KCB storm Driftwood 7s quarters unbeaten
  4. Citizen Digital

    Fever pitch as Driftwood 7s lights up Mombasa By Brian Mwenje August 21, 2026 11:25 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Mombasa is ready to host the 36th edition of the Driftwood 7s this weeke

    Fever pitch as Driftwood 7s lights up Mombasa
  5. Citizen Digital

    The victory also gives KCB valuable momentum heading into the Driftwood 7s, where they currently lead the overall standings.

    KCB retain Kabeberi crown after narrow victory over Leos
  6. June 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    Sold-out success spurs excitement ahead of 36th Driftwood 7s By Brian Mwenje June 24, 2026 10:07 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mombasa County Governor Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir (in white T-shirt) handing

    Sold-out success spurs excitement ahead of 36th Driftwood 7s
  8. Citizen Digital

    Sold-out success spurs excitement ahead of 36th Driftwood 7s By Brian Mwenje June 24, 2026 10:07 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mombasa County Governor Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir (in white T-shirt) handing

    Sold-out success spurs excitement ahead of 36th Driftwood 7s
  9. Citizen Digital

    The action then heads to Nairobi for Kabeberi 7s on August 15-16, followed by Driftwood 7s in Mombasa on August 22-23.

    Boost as National Sevens Circuit receives KSh34 million sponsorship head of new season
  10. The Standard

    The competition will then head to Nairobi for the Kabeberi 7s on August 15 and 16 before travelling to Mombasa for the Driftwood 7s on August 22 and 23.The fifth leg will be played in Embu on September 5 and 6 before the season concludes with the Christie 7s in Nairobi on Septemb

    Boost for National Sevens Circuit as SportPesa injects Sh34 million

Yesterday

  1. Kabras Sugar wins Driftwood 7s rugby title over KCB

    Kabras Sugar defeated defending champions KCB 15-5 in the Driftwood 7s final at Mombasa Sports Club. KCB led 5-0 at halftime but Kabras scored three quick tries in the second half to secure the championship.

    10 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Saturday 22 August

  1. KCB tops pool unbeaten, advances to Driftwood 7s quarters

    Rugby 7s Circuit leaders and defending champions KCB Rugby Club topped Pool B unbeaten on day one of the Driftwood 7s tournament at Mombasa Sports Club, defeating Kisumu RFC 22-5, Uganda Emerging 7s 12-7, and KU Black Blad 29-10. Kabras Sugar also advanced unbeaten to the quarterfinals, while NYS Spades reached their maiden Division One quarterfinal.

    22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 21 August

  1. Kenya's top sevens teams gather for Driftwood 7s in Mombasa

    Mombasa hosts the 36th edition of the Driftwood 7s this weekend, the fourth leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, bringing together 36 teams competing in Division One and Two. KCB Rugby Club head to the tournament as defending champions after winning the Kabeberi 7s for a record fifth time.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 16 August

  1. KCB retain Kabeberi 7s title with narrow victory over Leos

    KCB Rugby Club defended their George Mwangi Kabeberi 7s title by edging Leos in the final, securing their fifth consecutive crown in the 37th edition of the tournament.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Driftwood 7s rugby tournament returns August 22-23

    The iconic Driftwood 7s, East Africa's longest-running rugby sevens event, will return to Mombasa Sports Club for the fourth leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit. Last season's tournament sold out completely, combining top-level rugby with coastal culture, music, and entertainment.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Driftwood 7s returns to Mombasa August 22–23 as fourth circuit leg

    The Driftwood 7s, one of East Africa's longest-running rugby sevens tournaments, will take place at Mombasa Sports Club on August 22–23 as the fourth leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit. Last year's edition sold out, drawing crowds for rugby action alongside entertainment featuring music and performances.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 17 June

  1. National Sevens Circuit secures KSh34 million sponsorship for 2026

    Kenya's rugby fraternity has received a sponsorship package worth KSh34.14 million from a gaming firm for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, more than double the previous investment of KSh16.5 million. The six-leg competition will run from July 25 to September 13 and is expected to strengthen the country's leading rugby development platform.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. SportPesa backs National Sevens Circuit with Sh34 million sponsorship

    SportPesa has injected Sh34.14 million into Kenya's 2026 National Sevens Circuit, more than double last year's investment, with funds allocated to support host clubs, the Kenya Rugby Union, media coverage, and prize money for the six-leg domestic competition.

    17 June 2026 · The Standard

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