Also known as: Nigel Amaitsa
Kenya Sevens fly-half who joined KCB Rugby in 2026 after playing for Strathmore Leos.
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The Standard
… The Bankers are now chasing back-to-back tournament victories as they defend the Dala 7s title they won last year after beating Kabras Sugar 12-5 in the final.The Kisumu tournament could also mark the debut of Kenyan international Nygel Amaitsa, who recently joined KCB from Strat …
Champs KCB eye glory as Dala 7s action kicks-offThe Standard
… The victory earned KCB the maximum 22 points and pushed them to the top of the National Sevens Circuit standings ahead of the Kisumu tournament.KCB will also be boosted by the expected debut of Kenyan international Nygel Amaitsa, who recently joined the club from Strathmore Leos. …
KCB eye back-to-back Dala 7s victory in KisumuCitizen Digital
… The team is hungry, focused, and determined to fight for the title this weekend,” noted Captain Elvis Olukusi.The team has been bolstered by the arrival of Kenyan internationals Nygel Amaitsa from Strathmore Leos and David Nyangige from Impala RFC; both may make their debuts this …
KCB fired up Prinsloo Sevens, says coach AmondeCitizen Digital
… The club is targeting 13 signings and has already brought in 8, including Kenya Sevens international Nygel Amaitsa from Strathmore Leos and David Nyangige from Impala RFC. …
Coach Amonde: KCB ready for National Sevens CircuitCitizen Digital
… uru.The recruits add depth, experience, versatility and youthful energy across both the forwards and backs as the bankers look to assemble a competitive squad capable of challenging for the circuit title.Leading the list of new arrivals is Kenya Sevens international Nygel Amaitsa …
KCB Rugby Club bolsters squad ahead of 7s CircuitThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeKenya Sevens fly-half Nygel Amaitsa has joined former Kenya Cup champions KCB Rugby. …
Shujaa star Amaitsa joins KCB as bankers' boost squad ahead of new campaignCitizen Digital
… However, Nygel Amaitsa missed the conversion, leaving the score at 14-5 at the break. …
Shujaa head to Bordeaux with Division One status on the lineThe Standard
… Shujaa responded through their speed star, Patrick Odongo, who sold a pair of wheels to ground a kick and chase the ball from Nygel Amaitsa in the fourth minute. …
Shujaa must edge Great Britain in their pursuit for SVNS series slotCitizen Digital
… Sheldon van Wyk intercepted a pass from Nygel Amaitsa and sprinted clear to score under the posts, the conversion stretching the Blitzboks' lead. …
Shujaa seek lifeline against Great Britain after back-to-back defeats at Valladolid 7sThe Standard
… Shujaa responded through their speed star, Patrick Odongo, who sold a pair of wheels to ground a kick and chase a ball from Nygel Amaitsa in the fourth minute. …
Impressive Shujaa narrowly lose to Australia in Valladolid 7s openerShujaa successfully defended their Safari Sevens title with a 24-5 victory over Kenya Morans in an all-Kenyan final at Nyayo National Stadium. After a stalemate first half, Shujaa dominated the second half, scoring four tries to secure the tournament win.
11 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Shujaa successfully defended their Safari Sevens title with a 24-5 victory over Kenya Morans in an all-Kenyan final at Nyayo National Stadium. After a stalemate first half, Shujaa dominated the second half, scoring four tries to secure the tournament win.
11 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Shujaa and Kenya Morans will contest an all-Kenyan final at the 28th Safari Sevens after recording commanding victories in their respective semi-finals. Defending champions Shujaa defeated Shogun 36-0, while the Morans won 31-10 against the same opponents.
11 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Shujaa secured a quarter-final place at Nyayo National Stadium after defeating Scotland 22-0 and Uganda 21-5 on Saturday, following a 21-21 draw against South Africa on Friday.
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Morans beat Gel Sevens 40-17 in their opening match at Safari Sevens on Friday, with debutants playing a key role. Defending champions Shujaa drew 21-21 with SportPesa Fast Forward, ending their 23-match winning streak at the tournament.
9 October 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Sevens head coach Kevin Wambua has named Shujaa's squad for the Safari Sevens at Nyayo Stadium this weekend, combining experienced players like co-captain George Ooro with new talent including Elvis Olukusi, Glacious Owino, and Rayvon Olindi, as the defending champions seek a fifth consecutive title.
7 October 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Shujaa rugby sevens team will compete in the Africa Men's Sevens tournament in Mauritius this weekend with a largely new-look squad, including four players earning their first caps after standout performances in the National Sevens Circuit. Coach Kevin Wambua has left out several established regulars to give emerging talent an opportunity on the international stage.
1 October 2026 · The Standard →
KCB injected over Kshs. 2.5 million directly into host clubs and Kshs. 3 million in on-ground activations during the 2026 National 7s Circuit season, strengthening the rugby ecosystem beyond player competition.
18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
KCB RFC head coach Andrew Amonde blamed the absence of top scorer Floyd Wabwire, influential forward Elvis Olukusi, Nygel Amaitsa, and Bob Muhati for their loss to Kabras Sugar in the Driftwood 7s final in Mombasa. Amonde expects all four players to return for the next circuit leg in Embu.
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KCB Rugby aim to bounce back at this weekend's Kabeberi Sevens, chasing a record sixth consecutive title despite finishing second in the SportPesa National Sevens Circuit standings with 35 points. They face Kaberas Sugar, who lead the circuit with 41 points, in Pool D.
14 August 2026 · The Standard →
Defending champions KCB Rugby Club head into this weekend's Dala 7s at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo as the favorites after winning the opening leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit in Nakuru. The Bankers are chasing back-to-back victories and will feature new signings including Kenyan international Nygel Amaitsa from Strathmore Leos.
1 August 2026 · The Standard →
Defending Dala 7s champions KCB Rugby Club will compete in the second leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit on Saturday at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu, after winning the opening Prinsloo Sevens tournament in Nakuru.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Defending National Sevens Circuit champions KCB Rugby will compete at the Prinsloo 7s in Nakuru this weekend, aiming to improve on last season's runners-up finish. Head coach Andrew Amonde said the team has prepared well in pre-season and is focused on starting the campaign positively.
23 July 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 →
KCB Rugby Club has signed eight new players ahead of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, which begins July 25 in Nakuru. The recruits include Kenya Sevens international Nygel Amaitsa and players from Strathmore Leos, Kisii RFC, Kenya Prisons, MMUST Rugby, Impala RFC, and Kisumu RFC, bringing depth and experience across forwards and backs.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nygel Amaitsa, a Kenya Sevens fly-half, has joined KCB Rugby from Strathmore Leos, alongside seven other new players. KCB is preparing for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, which begins July 25 in Nakuru.
11 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Shujaa rugby sevens team will compete in Bordeaux next week with their SVNS Division One status at stake as the 2026 season concludes. Shujaa currently sit eighth in the overall standings with 14 points, level with France after losing 14-5 in the seventh-place playoff at the Valladolid Sevens.
31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Sevens needs to win their final Group A match against Great Britain at Valladolid Sevens to improve chances of qualifying back to HSBC SVNS Division One next season, after losing their opening two matches to South Africa and Australia.
30 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Shujaa rugby sevens team, bottom of Pool A with one point after losses to Australia and South Africa, must beat Great Britain to qualify for the World Sevens Championships quarterfinals as one of the best third-placed finishers.
29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Shujaa team lost 15-10 to Australia in sudden death at the Valladolid Sevens after the match was tied 10-10 at the end of regular time, with Australia scoring the decisive try in the sudden-death period.
29 May 2026 · The Standard →
Head coach Kevin Wambua has named National 7s Circuit standout Victor Odhiambo Mola to the Shujaa squad for the final two legs of the HSBC SVNS Series in Valladolid (29–31 May) and Bordeaux (5–7 June). Chrissant Ojwang also returns from injury, replacing Gabriel Ayimba who has school commitments.
22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Sevens coach Kelvin Wambua named the squad for World SVNS Championship legs in Valladolid and Bordeaux, with National Sevens Circuit star Victor Odhiambo Mola earning his first senior national team call-up. The squad also welcomes back Chrissant Onjwang and Patrick Odongo.
22 May 2026 · The Standard →