Saturday, 3 October 2026

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Saturday, 3 October 2026

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Kenyan press · Person

Elijah Mwangi

Also known as: Sports PS Elijah Mwangi · Principal Secretary for Sports Elijah Mwangi · Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi · PS Elijah Mwangi

Principal Secretary for Sports overseeing Kenya's preparations for major sporting events including AFCON 2027 and 2029 World Athletics Championships.

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In coverage

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May 2026
4 MayCapital News
… Elijah Mwangi is a scholar based in Nairobi; he comments on local and global matters.
OPINION: Open Doors Without Conditions: What China’s Zero-Tariff Policy Signals for Africa’s Economic Future
April 2026
30 AprCitizen Digital
… His arrival back home was just as momentous, as he recieved a hero's welcome at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), being received at the airport by Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi and Athletics Kenya president Jackson Tuwei …
Sabastian Sawe: How a Kenyan marathoner shocked the world
30 AprCitizen Digital
… Sawe was received by top government officials led by Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi and Athletics Kenya president Jack Tuwei, alongside family, officials and jubilant fans.
Sawe flies back to hero’s welcome after breaking sub-two barrier in London
29 AprThe Standard
… Efforts to get a comment from the Sports Principal Secretary, Elijah Mwangi, were fruitless as calls and text messages to his mobile phone went unanswered. …
WRC contractors cry foul over delayed payments
26 AprCapital News
… Elijah Mwangi is a scholar based in Nairobi; he comments on local and global matters.
OPINION: Kenya is sliding into campaign mode at the wrong time
26 AprCapital News
… Elijah Mwangi is a scholar based in Nairobi; he comments on local and global matters.
OPINION: Why the One-China Principle Remains Central to Global Diplomacy

Sport

Kenya pledges early preparations for 2029 World Athletics Championships

The News

The government has committed to beginning earnest preparations for the 2029 Nairobi World Athletics Championships, the first time the event will be held on the African continent. Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi assured World Athletics officials that Kenya possesses the capacity and resources to host the event and will work to ensure all facilities meet top-tier standards.

2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

Kenya pledges early preparations for 2029 World Athletics Championships
The government has committed to beginning earnest preparations for the 2029 Nairobi World Athletics Championships, the first time the event will be held on the African continent. Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi assured World Athletics officials that Kenya possesses the capacity and resources to host the event and will work to ensure all facilities meet top-tier standards.
2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 28 September

Sports PS says government will seek SRC review of athlete allowances
Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi said the government will engage the Salaries and Remuneration Commission to review allowances for national team players, following complaints from Harambee Stars players that their daily allowance of $60 while in camp is insufficient.
28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 25 September

Government to engage SRC on national team allowances
The government intends to engage the Salaries and Remuneration Commission to review allowances for players in national teams to bolster their morale and enhance welfare. The Principal Secretary for Sports said the Ministry is open to constructive engagement with stakeholders, particularly Harambee Stars through the Football Kenya Federation, on possibilities of reviewing allowances upwards.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 23 September

China-Africa mining cooperation can boost shared prosperity
An opinion piece argues that Africa's mineral wealth—including copper, cobalt, lithium, and rare earth elements—is strategically important for the global energy transition, and that China-Africa mining cooperation could help the continent capture greater value from its resources.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 15 September

Government urges private sector investment in AFCON 2027
Kenya's Sports PS Elijah Mwangi has called on the corporate sector to invest in commercial opportunities around AFCON 2027, a tournament co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, describing it as a one-in-a-generation event offering economic benefits beyond the competition itself.
15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 12 September

Kenya bids to host 2029 or 2031 World Athletics Championships
Kenya's Principal Secretary for Sports says the country is ready to host the 2029 or 2031 World Athletics Championships in Nairobi, which would make Kenya the first African country to host the event. The World Athletics Council will announce host cities for both years on September 15, 2026, with Nairobi competing against Rome, Munich, and London.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 7 September

Kenya on track to host AFCON 2027 with Uganda, Tanzania
Kenya's preparations to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Uganda and Tanzania are progressing well, according to the Principal Secretary for Sports. A recent CAF inspection of stadium facilities including Raila Odinga International Stadium and Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, returned encouraging results.
7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 2 September

Kenya's China debt financed SGR infrastructure with lasting value
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's borrowing from China must be assessed not only by the debt amount but also by the infrastructure built—citing the Standard Gauge Railway as a major national transport asset that creates long-term value.
2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 25 August

Malkia Strikers seek eleventh African title and LA28 Olympics berth
Kenya's women's volleyball team begins the 2026 CAVB African Nations Championship on Tuesday in Nairobi, with the tournament winner earning direct qualification to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The championship runs through September 4 with 16 teams competing, and the top three finishers also qualify for the 2027 FIVB World Cup.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 24 August

Kenya women's volleyball team begins CAVB championship in Nairobi
The Malkia Strikers women's volleyball team began the 2026 CAVB Women's Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena and Ulinzi Sports Complex, with Sports CS Salim Mvurya urging the team to retain the African title to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games and next year's World Championships.
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 23 August

Belgut Marathon draws 25,000 runners, funds student bursaries
More than 25,000 runners participated in the third edition of the Belgut Marathon in Kericho County, which organisers described as their most successful iteration yet. The event, held across three race categories, raised millions in bursaries for vulnerable students.
23 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 19 August

Nairobi to host 2026 ANOCA Zone 5 Youth Games
Kenya will host the 2026 ANOCA Zone 5 Youth Games in Nairobi from August 24–28, bringing together over 300 young athletes from 11 countries to compete in seven sports disciplines including athletics, swimming, 3x3 basketball, judo, cycling, tennis and beach volleyball.
19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 17 August

Government attributes Sh10.85 billion stadium cost increase to taxes
The government has attributed a Sh10.85 billion difference between the initial Sh35 billion estimate for Talanta Sports City Stadium and the contract value to taxes, import-related charges, and other costs not included in the original University of Nairobi Enterprise Services concept design.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sports PS pledges stadium construction within nine months
Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi says ongoing construction and renovation of sports facilities across the country will be completed within nine months, with national and county governments collaborating to ensure contractors deliver projects on time. The government is constructing 33 new stadiums and renovating existing facilities as part of efforts to devolve sports infrastructure.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Government targets 33 stadium completions within nine months
The Government has set a nine-month deadline for completing 33 new stadium construction projects and renovating existing facilities across the country, with national and county governments working together to ensure delivery. The initiative aims to decentralise sports infrastructure and give athletes and communities outside major urban centres better access to modern facilities.
17 August 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 14 August

Government calls on sports media to support Kenyan sports growth
The Ministry for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports has called on sports journalists to play a central role in the growth of Kenyan sport, describing the media as a critical partner in the sports ecosystem. The appeal was made during the Sports Journalists' Association of Kenya annual general meeting in Nairobi.
14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 11 August

Malkia Strikers target African volleyball title at home
Kenya's women's volleyball team, Malkia Strikers, is preparing for the CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship beginning August 23 on home soil, with captain Meldine Sande and MVP Veronica Adhiambo leading the charge for continental glory.
11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 7 August

Kenya invests in grassroots talent pipeline for Los Angeles 2028 Olympics
The Kenyan government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a sustainable pipeline of sporting talent through investment in infrastructure, year-round training camps, and direct financial incentives to prepare athletes for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Kenya's recent medal success at the Commonwealth Youth Games and World Athletics U20 Championships demonstrates the result of long-term investment in athlete development.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 28 July

Kenya's Sports Ministry directs FKF to prepare Harambee Stars for AFCON 2027
The Ministry of Sports has instructed the Football Kenya Federation to accelerate preparations for the Harambee Stars ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi stressed that the team's on-pitch performance must match the world-class stadium infrastructure being built, and noted that player welfare and motivation frameworks are already in place.
28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 24 July

Kamariny Stadium to house next-generation Kenyan sporting talent
An opinion piece argues that the 10,000-seater Kamariny Stadium under construction in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County, will serve as flagship sporting infrastructure in the North Rift and support Kenya's agenda to develop as a world-class sporting nation, featuring FIFA-compliant pitch, athletics track, and integrated film, music, ICT, and enterprise facilities.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 23 July

Mashujaa Day 2026 celebrations set for three Rift Valley counties
The Ministry of Interior announced that this year's Mashujaa Day celebrations will be co-hosted by Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi and Uasin Gishu counties under the theme 'Security, Transport and Sports', with activities culminating in celebrations at Kipchoge Stadium in Eldoret.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 22 July

Kipchoge Keino Stadium upgrade set for Mashujaa Day and AFCON 2027
Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret is being upgraded by the Ministry of Defence in partnership with Sports and the county government, with construction 47 per cent complete and practical completion expected by 20 September 2026. The facility will host this year's Mashujaa Day celebrations and serve as an official training venue for AFCON 2027.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 21 July

Government increases Commonwealth Games medal rewards fivefold
The government has unveiled an enhanced reward scheme for Team Kenya athletes at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with gold medallists receiving Sh2.5 million per medal—a five-fold increase from the Sh500,000 awarded at the 2022 Birmingham Games—and silver medallists receiving Sh1.5 million.
21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 16 July

Harambee Starlets keeper eyes WAFCON as career opportunity
Goalkeeper Annette Kundu of Kenya Police Bullets hopes the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco will provide a platform to showcase her talent and unlock new career opportunities. She departs for a training camp in France as Kenya prepares for the tournament, which runs July 26 to August 16.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Starlets prepare for WAFCON in Morocco
Kenya's women's national football team departed for a training camp in France on July 15 as final preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where they return to the continental tournament for the first time in a decade. Captain Mwanahalima Adam said the team would repay the support from Kenyans, with the squad beginning Group A play against hosts Morocco on July 26.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 15 July

Gov't releases 20m shillings for Harambee Starlets allowances
The Ministry of Sports released Ksh 20 million to the Harambee Starlets and Junior Starlets after players protested unpaid allowances at FKF offices. The senior team is preparing for their second AWCON appearance in Morocco, facing Senegal, Algeria, and the hosts in a tournament running from July 25 to August 16.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Government releases Sh10 million to Harambee Starlets for WAFCON
The government has disbursed Sh10 million to the Harambee Starlets national women's football team as they begin preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with officials pledging additional incentives if the team advances in the tournament.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 1 July

PS Raymond Omollo tops civil service performance rankings
Principal Secretary for Interior and National Administration Raymond Omollo emerged as the best-performing PS in the Politrack Performance Matrix with 75 per cent positive ratings, ahead of more than 50 other senior government officials. The ranking is based on public evaluations, with Omollo receiving 3,048 positive votes versus 1,011 negative votes.
1 July 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 26 June

Climate change threatens Kenya's grassroots football pitches
A climate analysis presented at the British High Commission in Nairobi warns that extreme weather is already disrupting community football pitches in Mathare and could worsen significantly; by 2100, major storm rainfall in the area could increase by as much as 68 per cent, the analysis by Football for Future and Jupiter Intelligence found.
26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 24 June

Climate change threatens grassroots football pitches in Mathare
A climate analysis by Football for Future and Jupiter Intelligence warns that extreme weather is already disrupting grassroots football facilities in Mathare and could worsen significantly in coming decades, with projections including up to 68 per cent increase in major storm rainfall by 2100, doubled heat stress by 2040, and 345 per cent increase in water stress.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →