Kenya's national rugby governing body that oversees teams including Simbas, Sevens/Shujaa, Lionesses, and Under-20 Chipu, recently rebuilding after 2027 World Cup qualification failure.
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… ournaments, Kenya won only 5 games out of 15. “They are a good team that if give time they will be back to their best they players are young and have played together for long if they stick together it will work,” added Wamanga The veteran tactician has urged the Kenya Rugby Union …
Wamanga tips Shujaa to bounce back after disappointing seasonThe Standard
… The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) led the tributes, celebrating Aringo’s role in one of the most iconic moments in the country’s rugby history — Kenya’s historic victory at the Singapore Sevens in 2016.“We join the entire rugby fraternity in mourning Robert Aringo fondly known as ‘Maje …
Rugby fraternity mourns Shujaa hero Robert 'Majei' AringoCitizen Digital
… KRU long-term plan Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) chairperson Harriet Okach assured the federation’s absolute readiness to host a world-class showpiece, ralling the fans to turn out in numbers to support the ladies. …
Kenya Lionesses squad named ahead of Rugby Africa tourneyCitizen Digital
SHE MEANS BUSINESS| Rugby over egos - KRU chairperson Harriet Okach speaks By Claire Munde May 12, 2026 10:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) Chairperson Harriet Okach. …
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… Oloo’s exemplary performance led to him being appointed the head coach of the national women's sevens side, Kenya Lionesses, by Kenya Rugby Union in 2019. …
Why Oloo will be remembered as a true legend of Kenyan rugbyThe Standard
… In a statement, Kenya Rugby Union described Oloo as a respected Kenyan rugby coach and former player, widely recognized for his contribution to grassroots development and the growth of women’s rugby in Kenya.KRU said Oloo built a strong reputation both on and off the field throug …
Former Kenya Lionesses head coach Felix Oloo is deadKenya 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 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 →
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 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 →