Also known as: Sports CS Salim Mvurya · Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya · Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya · Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya · CS Mvurya · Cabinet Secretary for Sports Salim Mvurya · Cabinet Secretary for Sports the Honourable Salim Mvurya · Sports CS Mvurya
Sports Cabinet Secretary overseeing Kenya's hosting of major sporting events including the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and 2029 World Athletics Championships.
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Citizen Digital
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State House to bid to host next Kalasha Awards, Ruto saysThe Standard
… The occasion descended into a scramble as security clashed with journalists and competing groups jostled for proximity to the record holder, undermining the dignity of the welcome.Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya led the official reception. …
Heroic reception for new marathon king SaweCitizen Digital
… His arrival back home was just as momentous, as he recieved a hero's welcome at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), being received at the airport by Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi and Athletics Kenya president Jackson Tuwei …
Sabastian Sawe: How a Kenyan marathoner shocked the worldThe Standard
… Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya observed that the achievement had put Kenya on the global map."I want to congratulate Sabastian Sawe for the achievement. …
Ruto rewards Sawe Sh8m, car for breaking London marathon recordCitizen Digital
Sawe flies back to hero’s welcome after breaking sub-two barrier in London By Bernard Cheruiyot April 30, 2026 12:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Sports CS Salim Mvurya (right) leads stakeholders in a he …
Sawe flies back to hero’s welcome after breaking sub-two barrier in LondonThe Standard
… He was received by Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya alongside his family including parents Simion and Emily Sawe and Atheltics officials During an interview with the Media, Sawe said that his historic exploits in London that saw him break the Marathon record were for all Ken …
'I did it for all Kenyans' says world marathon record holder SaweCitizen Digital
… Speaking during the opening ceremony, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya, said the government is positioning the creative industry as a key pillar of economic transformation. …
Kenya Film Commission opens Film & TV Market festival ahead of Kalasha AwardsThe Standard
… A National Steering Committee, formally appointed on April 17 and gazetted by Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, will oversee the process.The committee draws members from the State Department for Youth Affairs, the Independent Electoral and …
Government ends 14-year wait for youth representationBayern Munich and Ajax will play a friendly on January 5, 2027, to officially inaugurate the 60,000-seater Raila Odinga International Stadium in Nairobi. Ticket sales open Thursday evening at 6 pm through the Talanta Sports City website, with cheapest seats priced at Sh2,500 across seven ticket categories.
5 November 2026 · The Standard →
Bayern Munich and Ajax will play a friendly on January 5, 2027, to officially inaugurate the 60,000-seater Raila Odinga International Stadium in Nairobi. Ticket sales open Thursday evening at 6 pm through the Talanta Sports City website, with cheapest seats priced at Sh2,500 across seven ticket categories.
5 November 2026 · The Standard →
Tickets for a January 5, 2027 friendly between FC Bayern Munich and AFC Ajax at the newly inaugurated Raila Odinga International Stadium in Kenya go on sale at Sh2,500, with Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya calling it a test event for Kenya's hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
5 November 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Lionesses have named a 12-player squad for the 2026 Africa Women's Sevens Championship, led by co-captains Sheila Chajira and Stella Wafula, with the aim of securing continental glory and qualification for the World Rugby HSBC SVNS 3 competition. Kenya will host the tournament at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi on November 7 and 8, with 10 other nations competing.
4 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho directed police not to arrest fishermen operating in Lake Nakuru and declared he had granted them permission to fish, despite government warnings that fishing in the lake is illegal and fish from it pose health risks.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan athletes dominated the 2026 Tokyo Legacy Half-Marathon on October 18, sweeping all three podium positions in the men's race with Alexander Mutiso Munyao winning in 59:51 and setting a course record. Agnes Jebet Ng'etich won the women's race in 1:04:23, also breaking the course record, while Tabitha Njeri Kamau finished second in the women's category.
18 October 2026 · The Standard →
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said proposed amendments to the Sports Act would align Kenya's sports laws with global practices while addressing challenges including doping, poor governance, inadequate funding, and commercialisation. The review, guided by a 2024 task force report, aims to bring tougher anti-doping rules, better federation governance, and greater investment in the sector.
17 October 2026 · The Standard →
World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said the Kenyan government has assured full support for preparations for the 2029 Nairobi World Championships, Africa's first time hosting the event. Coe made the statement after meeting President William Ruto at Eldoret State Lodge on Wednesday.
16 October 2026 · The Standard →
World Athletics President Sebastian Coe met with Kenyan President William Ruto in Eldoret to discuss preparations for the 2029 World Athletics Championships Nairobi, the first edition of the event to be held on African soil. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment and discussed key requirements including funding, anti-doping, and stadium preparations.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto hosted World Athletics President Lord Sebastian Coe at Eldoret State Lodge to discuss preparations for the 2029 World Athletics Championships, assuring the governing body that Kenya would meet all host obligations. Ruto noted that the Moi International Sports Centre in Kasarani is undergoing improvements ahead of AFCON 2027 and will receive further upgrades before the 2029 championships.
14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
During a Coast region tour, President Ruto called on ODM and UDA politicians to end infighting and maintain their coalition, warning that divisions could weaken their chances in the 2027 general election. Tensions have emerged among contenders in counties including Kwale, Mombasa, and Kilifi, with figures like UDA secretary general Hassan Omar rejecting plans to support incumbent governors.
10 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Cycling Federation will use a trials event in Murang'a this weekend to select riders for the 2026 Confederation of African Cycling Road Championships in Kisumu (October 21–25). The trials will feature elite, Under-23, junior, and youth categories racing over distances ranging from 35km to 85km, with the top 10 riders in each category selected for the national team.
8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Sports Ministry is working with the Foreign Affairs Ministry to secure an emergency transit visa for skater Kelvin Kiarie to reach the World Skate Games in Paraguay after he missed his October 2 departure due to visa complications in Panama.
8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The World Anti-Doping Agency President Witold Bańka expressed confidence in Kenya's doping fight during a visit and warned criminals smuggling performance-enhancing drugs. He called for Kenya to establish a multi-agency task force including police, prosecutors, customs, immigration, the NIS and DCI to combat drug trafficking and protect athletes.
7 October 2026 · The Standard →
World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) President Witold Bańka concluded a three-day official visit to Kenya, holding consultative meetings with President Ruto, the Sports Cabinet Secretary, sports administrators, and athletes to strengthen the country's anti-doping framework, particularly within athletics.
6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
World Anti-Doping Agency President Witold Banka arrived in Kenya to evaluate the country's anti-doping reforms and review the framework being implemented by the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya. During his visit, he is scheduled to meet with athletes, President William Ruto, and Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya to strengthen Kenya's fight against doping.
5 October 2026 · The Standard →
World Anti-Doping Agency President Witold Bańka arrived in Nairobi on Sunday for a three-day official visit aimed at strengthening Kenya's anti-doping campaign. He is expected to meet President William Ruto, Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, and other key stakeholders in Kenya's sporting sector.
4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
Benin President Romuald Wadagni has arrived in Kenya for the groundbreaking ceremony of the East African Refinery in Lamu, a project expected to strengthen regional energy infrastructure. President William Ruto is expected to preside over the ceremony, which will gather senior government officials and regional leaders.
30 September 2026 · Capital News →
Benin President Romuald Wadagni has arrived in Kenya for the groundbreaking ceremony of the East African Refinery in Lamu, a project expected to strengthen the region's energy infrastructure and support economic activity. President William Ruto is expected to preside over the ceremony as Kenya mobilises regional leaders.
30 September 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has accused opposition leaders of being a mouthpiece for retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, dismissing their criticism of his track record. Speaking during a tour in Taita Taveta, Ruto said he will not be deterred from delivering on his manifesto and pledged to upgrade more roads and markets using the National Infrastructure Fund.
26 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Youth Affairs Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya told the Senate that approximately Sh15.27 billion has been disbursed as loans under the Youth Enterprise Fund, with over 1.3 million youth accessing financial support to start and expand businesses, facilitating the creation of over 2.18 million jobs.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya told the Senate that the government is collaborating with national sports federations to create a centralised database of Kenyan athletes who have won medals at regional, continental and international competitions, aimed at improving talent tracking, policy planning, and recognition of achievement.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Government has paid financial allowances for previous Harambee Stars assignments, with payments for subsequent engagements undergoing administrative processing in consultation with the Football Kenya Federation. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya stated that player welfare is central to effective preparation and performance as Kenya prepares for an AFCON 2027 qualifier against Eritrea.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya told the Senate that young people in Kenya's creative and sports industries face financial insecurity, intense public scrutiny, limited career opportunities, mental health pressures and post-retirement uncertainty. The Government has outlined measures including mental health support for creatives, improved athlete welfare programmes, and stronger youth empowerment initiatives.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
The article examines women's marathon participation as a measure of social change, noting that while Kenya celebrates female distance-running excellence, mass participation—not just winning—reveals how sport shapes society. Globally, women accounted for 31.92 per cent of marathon participants in 2018 and grew faster than men, while across all running distances women slightly outnumbered men for the first time at 50.24 per cent.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi has been selected to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, with economic analyses from previous editions showing substantial revenue potential. The 2025 Tokyo championships generated $522 million in total impact; Budapest 2023 generated $403 million; Eugene 2022 generated $153.4 million in direct economic gains; and London 2017 generated $104.1 million in direct benefit. Kenya will retain revenue from ticket sales, hospitality, food and beverage, merchandise, and exhibition space rentals.
18 September 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi will host the 2029 world outdoor athletics championships, becoming the first African host of the event. World Athletics announced the decision Tuesday after a council meeting in Budapest, following competition from London, Munich, and Rome.
15 September 2026 · The Standard →
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya met with Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed and KPL club chairpersons to address grievances delaying the start of the 2026/27 Kenyan Premier League season. Mvurya urged stakeholders to prioritize dialogue and put the country's footballing interests first.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Leaders allied to the broad-based government, including Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho and ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga, have rallied Tana River County residents to support the ODM party and re-elect President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, saying his second term would enable 100 per cent equitable resource distribution. Joho vowed to ensure ODM secures support in the coastal region to strengthen its bargaining power in power-sharing negotiations with UDA after the election.
6 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Malkia Strikers were defeated 3-0 by Egypt in the final of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi, ending Kenya's bid for an 11th African title and denying them the automatic qualification to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
4 September 2026 · The Standard →