Also known as: Kenya Rugby 7s women's team Lionesses
Kenya's women's rugby sevens team competing in the 2026 Rugby Africa Women's Cup Performance Division, currently coached by Simon Odongo.
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… ._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Over the years, the circuit has produced players who have gone on to represent Kenya through Shujaa, the Kenya Lionesses …
Boost as National Sevens Circuit receives KSh34 million sponsorship head of new seasonThe Standard
… Subscribe to our newsletterMeanwhile, Kenya Lionesses wrapped up their Rugby Africa Women’s Cup campaign with a silver medal after losing 35-20 to defending champions South Africa in a thrilling final match.The Lionesses pushed the South Africans throughout the contest but could …
Shujaa almost there as search for crucial slot enters last lapCitizen Digital
Lionesses maul Uganda to lay marker for Africa Women’s Cup By Ade Attere May 23, 2026 08:29 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya Lionesses in action against Uganda in Africa Women's Cup at the RFUEA Ground …
Lionesses maul Uganda to lay marker for Africa Women’s CupThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division kicks off today at RFUEA Grounds, Nairobi, with the Kenya Lionesses hoping home support can inspire them to a first continental title. …
Lionesses renew rivalry with Uganda as Africa Cup kicks offThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe Kenya Lionesses will begin their 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division campaign with a tough regional derby against Uganda Lady Cranes on Saturday at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi. …
Kenya Lionesses to renew rivalry with Uganda Lady CranesCitizen Digital
Kenya Lionesses squad named ahead of Rugby Africa tourney By Jackson Kilonzi May 20, 2026 06:26 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya Lionesses Anne Goretti carries the ball against Madagascar. …
Kenya Lionesses squad named ahead of Rugby Africa tourneyThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeKenya Lionesses star Janet Okello in action during a past match. …
Experienced Okello, Chajira named in Kenya Lionesses squad for Rugby Africa CupCitizen Digital
Coach Odongo urges caution as Lionesses gear for Rugby Africa Cup By Mkalla wa Mwambodze May 19, 2026 12:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FILE: Kenya Lionesses players celebrate victory against Uganda Lad …
Coach Odongo urges caution as Lionesses gear for Rugby Africa CupCitizen Digital
OPINION: Lionesses inspiring Kenyan girls to embrace rugby By Citizen Sports May 13, 2026 11:14 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya Rugby 7s women's team Lionesses coach Dennis Mwanja and his players duri …
OPINION: Lionesses inspiring Kenyan girls to embrace rugbyThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeAs the burial arrangements of the former Kenya Lionesses head coach, Felix Oloo, continue, many Kenyan rugby enthusiasts have described him as a true legend of the gentleman's game. …
Why Oloo will be remembered as a true legend of Kenyan rugbyKenya'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 →
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 →
Kenya finished eighth at the Valladolid Sevens and collected six points to reach 14 overall after two rounds of the three-leg SVNS Championship series finale. Shujaa remain eighth in the standings, eight points ahead of ninth-placed Uruguay, and need to maintain their position at the final round in Bordeaux this weekend to secure a place in next season's Division One competition.
2 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Lionesses overpowered Uganda Lady Cranes 43-10 in their Rugby Africa Women's Cup opener at RFUEA Grounds, producing a dominant performance especially in attack after settling into the match.
24 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's women's sevens rugby team defeated Uganda 43-10 in their opening match of the Africa Women's Cup at the RFUEA Grounds, with tries from Moreen Muritu, Stella Wafula, Freshia Oduor, and Tracy Montex. The Lionesses' physical dominance and attacking phases controlled the match from start to finish.
23 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 2026 Rugby Africa Women's Cup Performance Division kicks off at RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi, with Kenya's Lionesses opening their campaign against Uganda in a regional derby. Kenya aims to end South Africa's dominance in the tournament, having finished second in the previous edition.
23 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Lionesses begin their 2026 Rugby Africa Women's Cup Performance Division campaign with a regional derby against Uganda Lady Cranes on Saturday at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi. Kenya finished second in last year's competition and aims to win their first continental title.
22 May 2026 · The Standard →
Head coach Simon Odongo has unveiled a 28-player Kenya Lionesses squad for the Rugby Africa Women's Performance Division tournament, a four-nation event featuring Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, and Madagascar from May 21–31 at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi. Natasha Emali and Judith Auma have been named co-captains.
20 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Lionesses have named a squad featuring senior players Janet Okello and Sheila Chajira for the Rugby Africa Cup Performance Division, a continental competition bringing together Kenya, defending champions South Africa, Uganda and Madagascar.
20 May 2026 · The Standard →
Coach Simon Odongo has warned Kenya's Lionesses to exercise caution as they prepare to host the 2026 Rugby Africa Women's Cup Performance Division tournament, which runs from May 21–31 and features Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, and Madagascar. Kenya finished second in the previous edition and will face Uganda on May 23, Madagascar on May 27, and defending champions South Africa on May 31.
19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that Kenyan women rugby players are changing mindsets by participating in a sport traditionally associated with men, with recent Nairobi competitions demonstrating growing female participation and showcasing confidence and determination on the pitch.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Kenya Lionesses head coach Felix Oloo, who died at 37, is being mourned as a true legend for his contributions to rugby development at club and national levels, including his work with Nakuru RFC Age Grade Academy since 2011, which has produced international players.
9 May 2026 · The Standard →
Felix Oloo, former head coach of Kenya Lionesses and a Nakuru Rugby Football Club player, died after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Interstate 405 in Bothell, Washington, early Monday morning in an incident under investigation.
5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Felix Oloo, former head coach of Kenya Lionesses and Nakuru RFC, died on Monday, May 4, 2026 in a road accident in the United States. He led Kenya Lionesses to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and was credited with developing grassroots rugby talent across the country.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →