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Mwamba RFC

Rugby union club whose scrumhalf Michelle Alivatsa passed away in May 2026.

2026-05-282026-08-05

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  1. August 2026
  2. The Standard

    Hosts Mwamba RFC headline Pool B alongside Strathmore Leos, Nondescripts RFC and newly promoted CUEA Monks, who earned promotion after winning the Dala Sevens Division Two title.Dala Sevens runners-up Menengai Oilers lead Pool C, where they will face Zetech Oaks, KU Blak Blad and

    Kabras and KCB set to renew fierce rivalry at Kabeberi Sevens
  3. The Standard

    Menengai Oilers also entered the final full of confidence after beating Mwamba RFC 22-5 in the other semi-final.

    Kabras Sugar dethrone KCB to reclaim Dala 7s title in Kisumu
  4. July 2026
  5. Citizen Digital

    They have been drawn in Pool A alongside Mwamba RFC, Kisumu Dolphins and Mwira Eagles, and will be aiming for another strong performance to strengthen their position in the title race.

    Impala rugby buoyant ahead of Dala 7s fiesta in Kisumu
  6. The Standard

    The Roans are fourth on the standings with 15 points after the opening tournament and have been drawn in Pool A alongside Mwamba RFC, Kisumu Dolphins and Mwira Eagles.

    Impala Rugby buoyant ahead of Dala 7s in Kisumu
  7. The Standard

    Kisumu have been drawn in Group C alongside Nondescripts RFC, Daystar Falcons and Mwamba RFC in what promises to be one of the toughest groups of the tournament.Another exciting attraction this year will be the women's competition.

    Why you should not miss Dala 7s in Kisumu this weekend
  8. The Standard

    Kabras will therefore have little room for error if they hope to keep pace with KCB.Hosts Kisumu RFC will enjoy home support as they compete in Pool C against Nondescripts RFC, Daystar Falcons and Mwamba RFC.

    Eyes on KCB, Kabras Sugar and Kisumu ahead of Dala Sevens
  9. The Standard

    The Kakamega-based club has won the Kenya Cup for five straight seasons and lifted the Enterprise Cup for the sixth consecutive year, but success in sevens has continued to elude them.Kabras headline a competitive Pool A alongside Kenya Harlequin, Mwamba RFC and Embu RFC.

    Kisumu RFC target fresh start as Prinsloo Sevens opens National Sevens Circuit
  10. Citizen Digital

    Pool D brings together Kenya Harlequins, Mwamba RFC, Stingerz RFC and Northern Suburbs, setting the stage for an exciting day of sevens rugby.KCB Rugby Club Vice Chairperson Brian Mwita said: “The KCB MET 7s represents our commitment to the growth of rugby in Kenya by creating op

    KCB confident ahead of KCB MET 7s showdown in Ruaraka
  11. June 2026
  12. The Standard

    The regional rugby community is also still grieving former Kenya women’s national team coach Felix “Mwalimu” Oloo and former Mwamba RFC scrum-half Michelle Alivitsa sentiment shared by Herbert A Mensah, president Executive Board Member, World Rugby.

    Rugby fraternity mourns Shujaa hero Robert 'Majei' Aringo
  13. May 2026
  14. Citizen Digital

    Mwamba RFC mourn scrumhalf Michelle Alivatsa By Benjamin Otieno May 28, 2026 06:37 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Michelle Alivatsa Audio By Vocalize Mwamba RFC are in mourning following the passing of the

    Mwamba RFC mourn scrumhalf Michelle Alivatsa

Yesterday

  1. Kabras and KCB drawn in tough pool at Kabeberi Sevens

    Dala Sevens champions Kabras Sugar RFC will face defending National Sevens Circuit champions KCB Rugby in Pool D of the third leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, the Kabeberi Sevens tournament, scheduled for August 15 and 16 at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi.

    4 August 2026 · The Standard

Monday 3 August

  1. Kabras Sugar win Dala 7s title, defeat Menengai Oilers

    Kabras Sugar RFC won the Dala 7s rugby championship with a 19-5 victory over Menengai Oilers in the final at Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu on Sunday. The win marked Kabras' first title of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit and their reclamation of the Dala 7s title last won in 2024.

    3 August 2026 · The Standard

Friday 31 July

  1. Impala Rugby targets strong showing at Dala 7s in Kisumu

    Impala Rugby Club aims to climb the National Sevens Circuit standings when the Dala 7s tournament kicks off this weekend at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Kisumu. Currently in 12th place with five points after the Prinsloo 7s, the side has been drawn in Pool A with defending Dala 7s champions KCB Rugby, MMUST Rugby Club and Zetech Oaks.

    31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Impala Rugby confident for Dala 7s in Kisumu

    Impala Rugby Club aims to bounce back at the second leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, the Dala 7s, at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu this weekend after finishing 12th with five points at the opening Prinsloo 7s tournament. Head coach Anthony Nyandigski said the team has learned from the opening tournament and is confident in competing against their Pool A rivals, including defending champions KCB Rugby Club.

    31 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 30 July

  1. Dala 7s rugby tournament returns to Kisumu August 1-2

    The 23rd edition of the Dala 7s, part of the National Sevens Circuit, will be held in Kisumu on August 1 and 2, featuring 40 teams competing across Division One, Division Two and women's competition at Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Mamboleo. KCB Rugby arrive as defending National Sevens Circuit champions after winning the opening leg in Nakuru.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 29 July

  1. KCB, Kabras Sugar and Kisumu RFC compete at Dala Sevens

    The 2026 National Sevens Circuit continues at Dala Sevens in Kisumu this weekend, with defending champions KCB leading the Division One standings on 22 points, followed by Kenya Cup winners Kabras Sugar with 19 points. KCB and Kabras Sugar face competition in their respective pools as teams vie for circuit points.

    29 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Kisumu RFC seeks rebuilding start at Prinsloo Sevens

    Kisumu RFC, relegated from the Kenya Cup last season, will open the 2026-27 National Sevens Circuit at the Prinsloo Sevens in Nakuru on Saturday as part of their bid to rebuild confidence before competing in the KRU Championship. Captain Christopher Otieno said the team aims to play good rugby and build momentum ahead of their championship campaign.

    22 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

Tuesday 9 June

  1. 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

Thursday 28 May

  1. Mwamba RFC scrumhalf Michelle Alivatsa passes away

    Mwamba RFC scrumhalf Michelle Alivatsa has died while undergoing treatment. The club remembered her as a passionate player and valued member of the team who also represented Kenya Lioness.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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