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Kenya Volleyball Federation

Also known as: KVF

Kenya Volleyball Federation — governing body organizing national volleyball competitions and championship qualification pathways, hosting the 2026 CAVB Women's Nations Championship.

2026-05-082026-09-13

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeIt was double delight for Kenya Pipeline as they beat rivals KCB Bank 3-2 to lift the 2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Women’s Kenya Cup trophy at the Kasarani Indoor Arena.

    Pipeline raid KCB Bank to seize Kenya Cup gong
  3. Citizen Digital

    title with victory over Chema By Magdaline Thuku July 26, 2026 09:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Defending champions General Service Unit (GSU) retained the Kenya Volleyball Federation

    GSU defend Kenya Cup title with victory over Chema
  4. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeAn epic showdown is in the offing on Sunday as defending champions KCB Bank battle it out with newly crowned league queens Kenya Pipeline in the finals of the second edition of the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Kenya Cup at Kasarani Indoor Arena.

    Champions KCB Bank lock horns with Pipeline in Kenya Cup final
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeThe Postbank Women’s Volleyball team partnered with FinCredit to unveil their 2026/2027 Kenya Volleyball Federation Women’s National League official kits at Two River Mall in Nairobi on July 24, 2026.

    Postbank Women Volleyball unveil new play kit
  6. Citizen Digital

    Chema down Prisons, GSU corner KPA in exciting ties By Derrick Otieno July 25, 2026 10:39 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Kenya Cup semi-final matches too

    Chema down Prisons, GSU corner KPA in exciting ties
  7. Citizen Digital

    Photo/Sportpicha Audio By Vocalize Defending champions KCB will face Kenya Pipeline (KPC) in the 2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Kenya Cup final after both sides emerged victorious in Saturday's semi-finals at the Kasarani Indoor Arena.

    KCB set up Kenya Cup final showdown against Pipeline
  8. Citizen Digital

    F season By Citizen Sports July 24, 2026 10:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Postbank women's volleyball team has received a timely boost ahead of the 2026/27 Kenya Volleyball Federation

    Boost as Postbank launches new kit ahead of new KVF season
  9. Citizen Digital

    Former Kenya Volleyball Federation National Men’s League champions Kenya Prisons were the first to storm the last four after sweeping Administration Police (APK) 3-0 sets (25-16, 25-16, 25-14).

    GSU collide with KPA in Kenya Cup semis, Chema face Prisons
  10. Citizen Digital

    Chema had an impressive debut season in the Kenya Volleyball Federation National League, staging a strong campaign against traditional heavyweights to finish second in the league.

    Chema's fairytale season sparks funding calls for community clubs
  11. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeFrom Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) finally shattering the glass ceiling to claim a historic maiden gong, to Kenya Pipeline’s breathtaking championship-saving comeback, the 2025-2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) season was defined by grit and tactical mastercla

    Shame of Sh300,000 reward for KVF league champs after grueling season
Sport

FIVB president Azevedo praises Kenya's CAVB volleyball tournament

The News

International Volleyball Federation president Fabio Azevedo has hailed Kenya for successfully hosting a CAVB tournament in Nairobi, saying the event exceeded his expectations with excellent organisation and conditions for players. He praised the energy and atmosphere, noting that the venues were full during the games he attended.

6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 6 September

  1. FIVB president Azevedo praises Kenya's CAVB volleyball tournament

    International Volleyball Federation president Fabio Azevedo has hailed Kenya for successfully hosting a CAVB tournament in Nairobi, saying the event exceeded his expectations with excellent organisation and conditions for players. He praised the energy and atmosphere, noting that the venues were full during the games he attended.

    6 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

Thursday 27 August

  1. 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

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

Monday 17 August

  1. Malkia Strikers confirm squad for African Championship and 2028 Olympics

    Kenya's women's volleyball team has finalized a 14-player squad for the upcoming African Nations Volleyball Championship, which serves as part of the qualification pathway to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Kenya Volleyball Federation President Paul Bitok said the selected players will form part of the national team setup towards the next Olympic Games.

    17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 13 August

  1. Kenya's Wafalme Stars pursue African title at inaugural continental championship

    Kenya's Wafalme Stars have begun preparations for the 2026 CAVB African Men's Nations Championship in Kinshasa (7–21 September), marking the team's first appearance at the tournament as they seek to establish themselves among Africa's leading volleyball nations and advance toward the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

    13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 12 August

  1. KVF asks Ruto to support Malkia Strikers African title bid

    Kenya Volleyball Federation Deputy President Paul Bitok has called on President William Ruto to attend the African Nations Women's Volleyball Championship as guest of honor and encourage Kenyans to attend, saying their support will be vital as Malkia Strikers seek to defend their African title and target qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

    12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 11 August

  1. 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

Tuesday 4 August

  1. KVF appeals for infrastructure ahead of African volleyball championship

    Kenya Volleyball Federation President Charles Nyaberi has called for modern indoor sports infrastructure and strong fan support as Kenya prepares to host the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship in Nairobi from August 23 to September 5. Kasarani Indoor Arena will be the main venue, with the government upgrading Ulinzi Complex as an alternative facility.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 27 July

  1. Coach Omondi shifts to Malkia Strikers after Pipeline's domestic double

    Geoffrey Omondi, after guiding Kenya Pipeline to a domestic double—winning the Kenya Cup and KVF National League title—will now coach Malkia Strikers at the 2026 Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, to be held at Kasarani Indoor Arena and Ulinzi Sports Complex from August 23 to September 5, where Kenya will seek a record-extending 11th continental title.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya Pipeline wins 2026 Kenya Cup volleyball trophy

    Kenya Pipeline defeated KCB Bank 3-2 to win the 2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation Women's Kenya Cup at Kasarani Indoor Arena. The Oilers claimed their second title of the season after defending their Women's National League crown.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 26 July

  1. GSU retain Kenya Cup volleyball title, defeat Chema 3-0

    Defending champions General Service Unit (GSU) successfully defended the Kenya Volleyball Federation Kenya Cup men's title, beating Chema Volleyball Club 3-0 (25-20, 25-21, 25-19) in the final at Kasarani Indoor Arena on Sunday.

    26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. KCB Bank face Pipeline in Kenya Cup volleyball final

    Defending champions KCB Bank will battle newly crowned league champions Kenya Pipeline in the Kenya Cup final on Sunday at Kasarani Indoor Arena. KCB advanced to the final after a five-set semi-final victory over Prisons, with Pauline Chemtai named player of the match.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

  3. Postbank Women's Volleyball unveil new kit for 2026/27 season

    Postbank Women's Volleyball Club unveiled their official playing kit for the 2026/27 Kenya Volleyball Federation Women's National League season through a sponsorship partnership with microfinance firm FinCredit. The team, which was promoted to the top-flight league in 2022 and finished fifth last season, received the kits during a ceremony at Two Rivers Mall in Nairobi.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 25 July

  1. Chema and GSU advance to Kenya volleyball federation finals

    Chema defeated Kenya Prisons 3–1 and GSU defeated Kenya Ports Authority 3–2 in men's semi-final matches at the Kenya Volleyball Federation Kenya Cup, securing spots in the finals.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. KCB and Pipeline advance to Kenya Cup volleyball final

    Defending champions KCB and national league champions Kenya Pipeline (KPC) won their semi-final matches at Kasarani Indoor Arena on Saturday to set up a Kenya Cup final showdown on Sunday. KPC defeated DCI 3-0 in straight sets.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 24 July

  1. Postbank volleyball team unveils new kit for 2026/27 season

    Postbank women's volleyball team launched their new playing kit in Nairobi, secured through kit sponsorship from microfinance firm FinCredit. After finishing fifth in the league last season, the team heads into the 2026/27 Kenya Volleyball Federation Women's National League campaign with renewed confidence.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. GSU and KPA set for Kenya Cup volleyball semifinals

    KPA, GSU, Chema VC, and Kenya Prisons advanced to the men's Kenya Cup semi finals at the Kasarani Indoor Arena on Friday, with the semifinals scheduled for Saturday. Kenya Prisons will face Chema, while GSU collides with KPA.

    24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 23 July

  1. Chema's debut volleyball season sparks community club funding calls

    Chema Volleyball Club finished second in its debut season in the Kenya Volleyball Federation National League, prompting sports administrators to call for greater investment in community-based volleyball clubs. A sports administrator said Chema has demonstrated that community clubs can compete with established institutions with proper support.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. KVF league champions receive only Sh300,000 prize after season

    The 2025–2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation season saw Kenya Ports Authority claim a historic first title and Kenya Pipeline make a championship-saving comeback, but the prize money—Sh300,000 for the winner—drew criticism as inadequate given the grueling months of competition.

    23 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Kenya prepares venues for August African Volleyball Championship

    Kenya is renovating the Kasarani Indoor Arena and Ulinzi Sports Complex to host the 2026 Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship from August 23 to September 5 in Nairobi, the first time since 2015. The tournament will feature 16 teams and serve as a qualification pathway for the 2027 FIVB Women's World Championship and 2028 Olympic Games.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 19 July

  1. Kenya Pipeline retains KVF women's volleyball title

    Kenya Pipeline defended their Kenya Volleyball Federation women's league title, defeating Kenya Prisons in a tiebreaker clash at Kasarani Indoor Arena after the teams split the first two matches of the best-of-three series.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. betPawa invests Sh 17.3M in Kenya volleyball league bonuses

    Betting company betPawa has signed a Locker Room Bonus partnership with the Kenya Volleyball Federation for the 2026/27 season, committing Sh 17,358,400 to provide performance bonuses of Sh 4,000 per player and technical staff member for each match won, with 494 registered beneficiaries from participating teams.

    19 July 2026 · The Standard

  3. KPA wins maiden Kenya Volleyball Federation men's league title

    Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) were crowned Kenya Volleyball Federation men's league champions for the first time after defeating Chema Volleyball Club in straight sets in the final at Kasarani Indoor Arena, completing a double against the newcomers.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 18 July

  1. Kenya Pipeline beats Kenya Prisons in volleyball league match

    Kenya Pipeline defeated Kenya Prisons in straight sets at Kasarani Indoor Arena in a Kenya Volleyball Federation women's league match, with Pipeline winning 25-12 and 25-21 to revive their hopes of defending the title.

    18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Prisons beat Pipeline 3-1 in volleyball title series opener

    Kenya Prisons defeated defending champions Kenya Pipeline 3-1 in game one of the best-of-three final of the 2025-2026 KVF Women's National League at Kasarani Indoor Arena, moving closer to their first title since 2021.

    18 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 17 July

  1. Prisons, KPA win game one in volleyball finals

    Kenya Prisons defeated defending champions Kenya Pipeline 3-1 in the women's final, while Kenya Ports Authority narrowly beat Chema VC in a five-set men's match, securing opening victories in their respective best-of-three series at the 2025/2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation National League finals.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Prisons, KPA win opening matches in volleyball finals

    Kenya Prisons defeated Kenya Pipeline 3-1 in the women's final, while Kenya Ports Authority won a five-set match against Chema VC in the men's final, both securing game one victories in the 2025/2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation National League finals at Kasarani Gymnasium.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. KVF National League finals at Kasarani this weekend

    Kenya's top volleyball teams compete for national titles at Kasarani Indoor Arena from Friday 17 July to Sunday 19 July. The women's final features Kenya Pipeline versus Kenya Prisons, with four of Kenya's top clubs battling in best-of-three title series.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Kenya volleyball finals at Kasarani this weekend

    Kenya's top volleyball teams compete for national titles at the 2025/26 KVF National League Finals from Friday to Sunday at Kasarani Indoor Arena. The women's final features Kenya Pipeline against Kenya Prisons.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

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