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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

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    Wafalme Stars to gun for African Championships podium finish in Tunisia
  3. Citizen Digital

    w us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Merlin Terry Tata (Left) and Mariana Sokoyo Masai of Malkia Strikers block a strike from Mariam Metwally Mohamed of Egypt during the final of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Championship at the Kasarani Indoor Arena

    NOC-K backs Malkia Strikers in LA 2028 Olympic qualification bid
  4. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeKenyans watched helplessly as the dream of an immediate stress-free ticket to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics went up in smoke at a fully packed Kasarani Indoor Arena on Friday evening.

    How Malkia Strikers squandered a direct ticket to LA 2028 Olympics
  5. Citizen Digital

    witter Audio By Vocalize Malkia Strikers’ dream for a record-extending 11th African crown went up in smoke after suffering a crushing straight-sets defeat (22–25, 15–25, 15–25) to Egypt in the CAVB African Nations Women’s Volleyball Championship final at the Kasarani Indoor Arena

    Heartbreak for Malkia Strikers as Egypt ends continental reign at Kasarani
  6. Citizen Digital

    The Malkia Strikers face Egypt on Friday at 6 PM in the CAVB African Nations Women’s Volleyball Championship final at Kasarani Indoor Arena following their triamp 3-0 win against Cameroon in the semi final.

    Malkia Strikers breathing fire ahead of Egypt clash
  7. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeEgypt ended Kenya’s long reign as African women’s volleyball champions after handing Malkia Strikers a painful 3-0 (22-25, 15-25, 15-25) defeat in the final of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena yesterday.

    Egypt break Kenyans' hearts as Malkia Strikers surrender title
  8. The Standard

    By VocalizeKenya’s hopes of defending their African women’s volleyball title on home soil came to an abrupt end on Friday after the Malkia Strikers were beaten 3-0 by Egypt in the final of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship at the Kasarani Indoor Arena

    Malkia Strikers surrender to Egypt relinquishing African title
  9. Citizen Digital

    Striker won the match 3-0 sets to advance to the final Audio By Vocalize Kenya’s Malkia Strikers are one step closer to a record-extending 11th Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship title after sweeping rivals Cameroon in straight sets at a packed Kasarani Indoor Arena

    Malkia Strikers demolish Cameroon to scent 11th African crown
  10. Citizen Digital

    6 06:12 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Nairobi City Thunder in a group photo after defeating South Africa’s Johannesburg Giants 94–84 to win the Road to BAL East Division title at the Kasarani Indoor Arena

    Nairobi City Thunder begin title defence as basketball playoffs tip off
  11. The Standard

    Audio By Vocalize As the 2026 Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB) African Women’s Championship enters the penultimate stage at the Kasarani Indoor Arena today, the continent's premier volleyball powerhouses have narrowed the field down to four.With tickets to global showpi

    Battle of the titans as African volleyball supremacy reaches fever pitch

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Kenya's Wafalme Stars target podium finish at African volleyball championship

    Kenya's men's volleyball team, Wafalme Stars, will compete at the 2026 CAVB Men's African Nations Volleyball Championship in Tunisia from September 13 to 26, aiming to finish among the top three teams to secure a place at next year's FIVB Men's World Championship in Poland.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 7 September

  1. NOC-K commits support to Malkia Strikers' 2028 Olympic qualification

    The National Olympic Committee of Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Malkia Strikers women's volleyball team in their pursuit of qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, despite the team's 3-0 loss to Egypt in the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Championship final which cost them Africa's direct Olympic berth.

    7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 5 September

  1. Malkia Strikers lose Olympic berth after defeat to Egypt

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers lost in straight sets (3-0) to Egypt in the 2026 CAVB Women's Nations Championship final at Kasarani, forfeiting Africa's direct ticket to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and forcing Kenya to pursue alternative Olympic qualification pathways.

    5 September 2026 · The Standard

Friday 4 September

  1. Egypt defeats Kenya in African volleyball championship final

    Malkia Strikers lost to Egypt in straight sets (22–25, 15–25, 15–25) in the CAVB African Nations Women's Volleyball Championship final at Kasarani, ending their bid for an 11th African title and direct Olympic qualification for LA 2028.

    4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Malkia Strikers face Egypt in African volleyball championship final

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers will face Egypt in the CAVB African Nations Women's Volleyball Championship final on Friday at Kasarani Indoor Arena, seeking a record-extending 11th African title. Head coach Geoffrey Omondi says Egypt will present a more technical challenge than Cameroon, whom Kenya defeated 3-0 in the semi-final.

    4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Egypt defeats Kenya 3-0 to win African women's volleyball title

    Egypt ended Kenya's reign as African women's volleyball champions with a 3-0 victory over Malkia Strikers in the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship final at Kasarani, securing the continental crown for the first time in 23 years and a direct ticket to the LA 2028 Olympic Games.

    4 September 2026 · The Standard

  4. Malkia Strikers lose African volleyball final to Egypt 3-0

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers were defeated 3-0 by Egypt in the final of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi, ending Kenya's bid for an 11th African title and denying them the automatic qualification to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

    4 September 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 3 September

  1. Kenya Malkia Strikers advance to African volleyball championship final

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers swept Cameroon 3-0 in the Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship semi-final to reach the final against Egypt, one win away from a record-extending 11th continental title.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Nairobi City Thunder begin title defence in basketball playoffs

    Nairobi City Thunder, who won all 22 regular-season matches, begin their quest for a third successive Kenya Basketball Federation Men's Premier League title as the playoffs start Friday at Nyayo Stadium with the top eight teams competing for national supremacy.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Kenya's Malkia Strikers face Cameroon in African volleyball semifinal

    The 2026 Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB) African Women's Championship enters its penultimate stage at the Kasarani Indoor Arena, with defending champions Malkia Strikers facing Cameroon in a semifinal. The Kenyan side, pursuing an 11th continental crown, clash with Cameroon after the Lionesses lost to Kenya in the 2023 semifinals.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard

  4. Malkia Strikers sweep Cameroon to reach Africa Championship final

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers defeated Cameroon 3–0 in the second semi-final of the 2026 CAVB Women's Africa Nations Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, advancing to the final as defending champions.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Kenya coach confident Malkia Strikers will beat Cameroon semi-final

    Malkia Strikers head coach Geoffrey Omondi has backed his team to defeat Cameroon in Thursday's semi-final of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship in Nairobi, saying the technical bench has devised a tactical plan after studying the three-time continental champions.

    2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Rwanda advances to semi-finals, wins second straight berth

    Rwanda defeated Ghana in the quarter-finals of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena to secure their second consecutive semi-final appearance at Africa's premier women's volleyball tournament. Cameroon also won their quarter-final match to advance to the semi-finals.

    2 September 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Malkia Strikers beat Algeria to reach volleyball championship semis

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers rallied from a set down to defeat Algeria 3-1 in the Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship quarter-finals, advancing to a semi-final against Cameroon. Egypt also advanced to the semis with a 3-0 victory over Tunisia and will face Rwanda.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Malkia Strikers face Algeria in CAVB championship quarter-final

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers will battle Algeria in a quarter-final of the 2026 CAVB African Women's Nations Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, with the winner advancing toward a potential record 11th continental crown and qualification for the 2026 FIVB World Championship and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Kenya reached the last eight unbeaten with a 3-0 win over Nigeria, while Algeria defeated Senegal in straight sets.

    1 September 2026 · The Standard

Monday 31 August

  1. Malkia Strikers advance to quarter-finals, coach flags accuracy gaps

    Kenya's reigning continental champion volleyball team Malkia Strikers defeated Nigeria 3-0 in the round of 16 of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Championship to reach the quarter-finals. Coach Geofrey Omondi said the team needs to improve accuracy in service and blocking ahead of their match against Algeria.

    31 August 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 29 August

  1. Malkia Strikers beat Nigeria 3-0, advance to volleyball quarters

    Defending champions Malkia Strikers defeated Nigeria 3-0 in straight sets (25-21, 25-17, 25-15) in the Round of 16 of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, advancing to the quarter-finals.

    29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Malkia Strikers face Nigeria in CAVB Championship knockout clash

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers, unbeaten in group play, face Nigeria in a Round of 16 match at the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship; victory advances them to the quarter-finals, while defeat ends their campaign.

    29 August 2026 · The Standard

  3. Kenya's Malkia Strikers beat Nigeria in African volleyball

    Kenya's defending champion Malkia Strikers swept Nigeria 3-0 at the Kasarani Indoor Arena to reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, maintaining their unbeaten record in the tournament.

    29 August 2026 · The Standard

Friday 28 August

  1. Kenya faces Nigeria in African Volleyball Championship Round of 16

    Malkia Strikers, holders and unbeaten through Pool A, face Nigeria in a Round of 16 knockout match at the Kasarani Indoor Arena on Saturday at 7pm. Kenya is pursuing a record-extending 11th continental title and direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Malkia Strikers sweep Mali 3-0 in African Championship

    Kenya's defending champion Malkia Strikers defeated Mali 25-17, 25-10 and 25-18 at the CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, maintaining their perfect record in Group A as the tournament moves into the knockout phase.

    28 August 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 27 August

  1. Kenya's Malkia Strikers defeat Mali in African volleyball championship

    Defending champions Kenya's Malkia Strikers swept Mali 3-0 at the CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena to maintain an unbeaten record in Group A.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Malkia Strikers pursue 2028 Olympics slot at CAVB championship

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers are competing at the 2026 CAVB Women's Nations Championship in Nairobi, which offers direct qualification to the 2027 FIVB World Championship and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The tournament has been marred by administrative disorganisation, including late tournament draws and incomplete fixture releases.

    27 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Egypt, Uganda win again at African Nations Volleyball Championship

    Egypt defeated Senegal 25-12, 25-10, 25-8 in Nairobi to maintain their unbeaten start at the Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, while Uganda also secured a second straight-sets victory over Burkina Faso 25-14, 25-13, 25-18.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya's Malkia Strikers urge fans to support continental title defence

    Kenya's women's volleyball team opened the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship with a 3-0 victory over Zambia and is calling on fans to fill Kasarani Indoor Arena as they defend their continental crown and pursue 2028 Olympic qualification.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Malkia Strikers defeat Zambia to start African title defence

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers, the 10-time African champions, defeated Zambia 3-0 in straight sets (25-14, 25-9, 25-11) on the opening day of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, launching their bid for a record-extending 11th continental title on home soil.

    25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. 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

  1. 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

Friday 21 August

  1. Malkia Strikers prepare for 11th African volleyball title

    Kenya's women's volleyball team Malkia Strikers are training intensively at Kasarani Indoor Arena under coach Geoffrey Omondi, aiming to retain the CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship title on home soil from August 23 to September 5.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 20 August

  1. Senegal women's volleyball arrives for African championship

    Senegal's women's volleyball team arrived in Nairobi on Wednesday to prepare for the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, running August 23 to September 5 at Kasarani Indoor Arena and Ulinzi Complex Langata, where the top team will qualify for the 2028 LA Olympic Games.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

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