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Kenya Rugby Union

Kenya Rugby Union — governs rugby in Kenya, managing national teams (Simbas, Shujaa, Lionesses, Chipu) and domestic competitions.

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  1. October 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … The sponsorship builds on Safaricom’s two-year partnership with the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU), valued at more than Ksh 100 million, through which M-PESA supports Kenya’s national Sevens teams, Shujaa and the Kenya Lionesses. …

    Safaricom powers Safari 7s experience ahead of three days of action
  3. The Standard

    … Lionesses, who beat Uganda 14-0 to lift the trophy last season, are upping training at the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) Grounds along Ngong Road ahead of the showdown. …

    Kenya Lionesses lie in wait as they hunt down Safari Sevens trophy
  4. Citizen Digital

    KRU boss Okach rallies fans ahead of Safari Sevens By Clinton Maisiba October 02, 2026 12:33 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) (left) with Sports CS Salim Mvurya at a past event Audio …

    KRU boss Okach rallies fans ahead of Safari Sevens
  5. September 2026
  6. The Standard

    … Their efforts have already received recognition, with the Kenya Rugby Union naming a provisional squad for the 2026 Safari Sevens. …

    KCB show why they are the best team in sevens rugby
  7. Citizen Digital

    … However, the youthful tactician urged the Kenya Rugby Union to ensure future overseas opportunities are distributed more broadly across the domestic game. …

    KCB to miss star players ahead of Christie Sevens
  8. August 2026
  9. The Standard

    … Amonde was recently dropped from the Kenya Sevens technical team after the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) terminated his contract through a revocation letter dated August 9.The Union cited a contractual clause that prevents national team coaches from holding similar coaching positions a …

    Amonde: Why I am not going to fight for my position at Shujaa
  10. Citizen Digital

    … Audio By Vocalize KCB RFC head coach Andrew Amonde has confirmed his departure from the Kenya Sevens, Shujaa technical setup, following the Kenya Rugby Union’s decision to terminate his appointment.Speaking exclusively after KCB’s 10-7 quarter-final victory over varsity side Blac …

    Coach Amonde confirms Shujaa exit, full focus now on KCB RFC
  11. Citizen Digital

    … In previous years, we have started our preparations late, and that has always dented our plans for the season.” Anami was speaking after the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) secured KSh2.5 million in sponsorship from Haco Industries, with the funds earmarked for the Simbas’ training and l …

    Kenya Simbas welcome early sponsorship as Anami calls for longer preparations
  12. Citizen Digital

    … Asati’s remarks came during the sealing of a Kshs. 2.5 million partnership between the Kenya Rugby Union and Haco Industries through its Amara brand, with the sponsorship expected to support the Simbas in their training programme. …

    Asati hails Chipu's Barthes Trophy victory
  13. Citizen Digital

    … Festus Lang'o August 12, 2026 07:08 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Following their heartbreak in failing to qualify for the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup in Australia, the Kenya Rugby Union …

    KRU pins future of Kenya Simbas on Chipu stars

Wednesday 7 October

  1. Safaricom commits 2 million shillings to Safari 7s rugby tournament

    Safaricom, through M-PESA, has committed Ksh 2 million to the 2026 Safari 7s tournament taking place October 9–11 at Nyayo National Stadium. The support will enhance connectivity at the venue and enable live broadcast of the tournament.

    7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 6 October

  1. Kenya Lionesses confident defending Safari Sevens women's title

    Kenya Lionesses captain Sheila Chajira said the team is fit and ready to defend the Safari Sevens women's trophy at the 28th edition starting Friday at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi. The Lionesses beat Uganda 14-0 to win last season and have been training alongside Tunisia ahead of the round-robin tournament.

    6 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 2 October

  1. KRU chairperson urges fans to fill stands for Safari Sevens

    Kenya Rugby Union Chairperson Harriet Okach has called on fans to attend the Safari Sevens, running October 9–12 at Nyayo National Stadium, describing it as a crucial platform to showcase home-grown rugby talent. The 28th edition will feature 18 teams (12 men's and six women's sides), with Kenya's Shujaa and Lionesses competing as reigning champions in their respective categories.

    2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. KCB wins record sixth national sevens rugby title

    KCB Rugby Club secured the Sportpesa National Sevens Circuit title despite finishing third at the Christie Sevens final leg, extending their record to six national sevens championships. Their consistency across the season's six legs proved decisive as they finished ahead of Kabras Sugar, with coach Andrew Amonde crediting the victory to consistency, determination, and character.

    15 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. KCB rugby team to miss five star players at Christie Sevens

    KCB RFC will be without captain Vincent Onyala, George Oroo, Festus Shiasi, Nigel Amaitsa, and Samuel Asati for the Christie Sevens in Nairobi this weekend, as the five players head to Wales for the inaugural Ultimate Sevens Championship in Cardiff. The absence provides head coach Andrew Amonde an opportunity to use second-string players while pursuing the Christie Sevens and National Sevens Circuit titles.

    9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 20 August

  1. KCB Rugby coach Amonde focuses on club after Shujaa exit

    Kenya Rugby Union terminated Andrew Amonde's contract as a strength and conditioning coach with Kenya Sevens, citing a contractual clause preventing national team coaches from holding similar positions at club level. Amonde, now focused on his role with KCB Rugby, said he will not dispute the dismissal and intends to give the club his full attention.

    20 August 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 16 August

  1. Coach Amonde exits Kenya Sevens, focuses on KCB RFC role

    KCB RFC head coach Andrew Amonde has confirmed his departure from the Kenya Sevens (Shujaa) technical setup following the Kenya Rugby Union's decision to terminate his appointment. The KRU cited a contractual clause barring national team coaches from holding similar coaching positions at club level.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 14 August

  1. Kenya Simbas back-rower urges early preparations via sponsorship

    Kenya Simbas back-rower Bethwell Anami says increased sponsorship will enable the national rugby team to begin preparations earlier and avoid setbacks from late starts in previous seasons, allowing more time to build cohesion, fitness, and match readiness.

    14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 13 August

  1. Kenya Under-20 rugby wins 2026 Barthés Trophy in Uganda

    Kenya's Under-20 rugby team, Chipu, won the 2026 Barthés Trophy in Uganda by defeating Namibia 33-14 in the final, becoming African Under-20 champions. Simbas captain Samuel Asati praised the young team's tactical awareness, discipline, and quality of rugby display.

    13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 12 August

  1. KRU rebuilds Kenya Simbas with Under-20 Chipu stars

    Following their failure to qualify for the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup in Australia, the Kenya Rugby Union has unveiled a rebuilding plan for the national men's rugby team blending seasoned veterans with fresh talent from the Kenya Under-20 squad, Chipu, who won the 2026 Barthés Trophy.

    12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 13 July

  1. KCB RFC wins Juja 7s, ready for National Sevens Circuit

    KCB Rugby Club head coach Andrew Amonde says his team is ready for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit after winning the Juja 7s tournament on Sunday, defeating Blak Blad 22-5 in the final. The National Sevens Circuit begins with the Prinsloo Sevens in Nakuru on July 25.

    13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 11 July

  1. Strathmore rugby captain eyes 2026 National 7s Circuit title

    Strathmore University Leos RFC captain Gabriel Ayimba says the team's victory in the Ruff N Tuff Rugby 7s tournament at Ngong Race Course has motivated them to pursue the forthcoming 2026 National 7s Circuit title, after finishing second overall last year.

    11 July 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 2 July

  1. KCB Rugby prepares for MET 7s tournament in Ruaraka

    KCB Rugby team will compete in the KRU-sanctioned 2026 KCB MET 7s tournament at KCB Sports Club, Ruaraka, on Saturday, July 4, featuring 16 teams divided into four pools.

    2 July 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 →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Kakamega High coach backs Shujaa for World Sevens promotion bid

    Kakamega High School rugby head coach Wamanga backed Kenya's sevens team Shujaa to bounce back stronger next season after failing to secure promotion to the World Sevens Series for the third consecutive year. Despite winning only 5 games out of 15 across three tournaments in Hong Kong, Valladolid, and Bordeaux, Wamanga said the young squad will earn promotion if they remain together.

    9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya Sevens star Robert Aringo dies, mourned by rugby fraternity

    The Kenyan rugby community is mourning the death of Robert "Majei" Aringo, a former Kenya Sevens player and Impala RFC member who helped Kenya win the Singapore Sevens in 2016. The Kenya Rugby Union and former teammates have remembered him as a gifted athlete and dedicated teammate whose contributions to Kenyan rugby will be remembered.

    9 June 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Kenya Lionesses squad named for Rugby Africa tournament

    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 →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. KRU chairperson Okach prioritises rugby performance over personal relationships

    Kenya Rugby Union Chairperson Harriet Okach, the first woman to chair the union, says the current board is focused on growing the game and that personal friendships are secondary to performance and professionalism. She emphasises that people do not need to be friends to make rugby work.

    12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 9 May

  1. Felix Oloo remembered as legend of Kenyan rugby

    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 →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Former Kenya Lionesses coach Felix Oloo dies in road accident

    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 →

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