Kenya's national rugby sevens team competing in international tournaments including the World Sevens Series and Safari Sevens.
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The Standard
Audio By VocalizeKabras Sugar and Shujaa scrum half Brian Tanga knows the taste of defeat. …
From heartbreak to glory, the end of Tanga's 7s journey with Shujaa and KabrasCitizen Digital
… KCB, under the tutelage of former Shujaa Captain Andrew Amonde, won the Prinsloo 7s, Kabeberi 7s and Embu 7s, finishing the 7s series above everyone else. …
KCB investment strengthens rugby ecosystem beyond the National 7s CircuitCitizen Digital
… Wamoto also noted that international fixtures like the Ultimate Sevens offer invaluable experience that will ultimately strengthen Kenya’s national setup. “These will be great additions to the national sevens team Shujaa because of the exposure and experience the team will get fr …
KCB to miss star players ahead of Christie SevensThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeCoach Andrew Amonde on duty with Shujaa. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] KCB Rugby coach Andrew Amonde is ready to put his recent Shujaa exit behind him and give the bankers his full attention as they continue their push for National Sevens Circuit success. …
Amonde: Why I am not going to fight for my position at ShujaaCitizen Digital
… dow._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Over the years, the circuit has produced players who have gone on to represent Kenya through Shujaa …
Boost as National Sevens Circuit receives KSh34 million sponsorship head of new seasonCitizen Digital
Wamanga tips Shujaa to bounce back after disappointing season By John Kyanda June 09, 2026 08:41 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya's side Shujaa in action against Canada in 2026 HSBC SVNS 2 at Nyayo Sta …
Wamanga tips Shujaa to bounce back after disappointing seasonCitizen Digital
Gov’t reaffirms support for Shujaa despite missing HSBC Division 1 target By Mkalla wa Mwambodze June 08, 2026 11:18 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The Principal Secretary in the Ministry …
Gov’t reaffirms support for Shujaa despite missing HSBC Division 1 targetThe Standard
… After a positive show in the opening two legs of the World Championship played in Hong Kong and Valladolid that had placed Kenya on course to secure promotion back to the top tier global rugby sevens competition, Shujaa only needed to finish ninth to get promoted.Kenya were eight …
Heartbreak as Shujaa miss HSBC SVNS Division One promotionThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeKenya's national rugby sevens team, Shujaa, is facing an anxious wait as their hopes of securing promotion to the 2026-2027 HSBC SVNS Division One remain uncertain following a disappointing start at the Bordeaux Sevens in France. …
Why Shujaa's promotion to SVNS Division One hangs in the balanceCitizen Digital
Shujaa go down fighting to Britain in Bordeaux By Ade Attere June 06, 2026 02:13 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Kenya Shujaa suffered a 14-5 defeat to Great Britain in their latest HSBC S …
Shujaa go down fighting to Britain in BordeauxFormer Kenya Sevens captain Collins Injera expressed optimism that Shujaa can return to the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series following impressive performances in Mauritius and at the Safari Sevens, praising the team's determination, teamwork, and blend of youth and experience.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Kenya Sevens captain Collins Injera expressed optimism that Shujaa can return to the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series following impressive performances in Mauritius and at the Safari Sevens, praising the team's determination, teamwork, and blend of youth and experience.
15 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 →
Shujaa defeated Morans 24-5 in the 2026 Safari Sevens final at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Sunday, claiming their sixth consecutive title in a rare all-Kenyan final.
11 October 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
Safaricom, through M-PESA, has committed Ksh 2 million to the 2026 Safari 7s tournament taking place October 9–11 at Nyayo National Stadium. The support will enhance connectivity at the venue and enable live broadcast of the tournament.
7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 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 →
Kenya Shujaa captain Samuel Asati has pledged to defend the Safari Sevens title at the 28th edition set for Nyayo Stadium on October 9–11, expressing confidence in the squad's depth and preparation despite Kenya Morans' potential advantage from Africa Men's Sevens call-ups.
2 October 2026 · The Standard →
Co-captain Samuel Asati backs Shujaa to successfully defend their Kenya Safari Sevens title when the tournament takes place October 9–11 at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. Asati points to the squad's talent and preparation, noting the competition serves as vital pre-season readiness for the World Rugby Sevens Series Circuit.
1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's rugby sevens team Shujaa has named a squad for the Africa Men's Sevens tournament in Mauritius, with four players earning their first international call-ups following the National Sevens Circuit. The squad, co-captained by Elvis Olukski and Rayvone Ambale, will compete in Pool B against Namibia, Réunion and Madagascar.
30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brian Tanga, 30, a scrum-half for Kabras Sugar and Kenya's Shujaa sevens team, is retiring from sevens rugby after the 2026 National Sevens Circuit ended, citing serious injuries and confidence in emerging younger players Jackson Siketi, Mike Lukusi, and Rayvon Ambale to take his place.
22 September 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Kenya's rugby sevens team Shujaa finished 11th at the HSBC SVNS World Championship in France, with one win from five matches, dropping to Division 2 after the USA defeated Fiji. The Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Sports reaffirmed government support for the team despite the missed target.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya failed to secure promotion to the top tier of the World Rugby Sevens Series after finishing 11th in the final leg of the SVNS World Championship in Bordeaux on Sunday, needing ninth place to qualify. USA leapfrogged Kenya to claim the final Division One spot after defeating Fiji in the fifth-place playoff, leaving Kenya relegated to Division Two for the 2026-2027 season.
8 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's rugby sevens team Shujaa faces an uncertain path to 2026-2027 SVNS Division One promotion after losing all three pool matches at the Bordeaux Sevens in France. They need to finish ninth in Bordeaux to reach 18 points, but their hopes also depend on Great Britain and the United States failing to reach the tournament semi-finals.
7 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Shujaa suffered a 14-5 defeat to Great Britain in an HSBC SVNS encounter in Bordeaux on Saturday. The loss came despite Kenya having beaten England the previous week, with Patrick Odongo scoring Kenya's only try.
6 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Shujaa rugby sevens team fell 31-12 to Fiji in their opening Pool A match at the Bordeaux Sevens, the third leg of the 2026 HSBC SVNS World Championship Series, in France on Friday.
5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's national rugby sevens team Shujaa fell 31-12 to Fiji in their opening Pool C match at the Bordeaux Sevens in France on Friday, with Fiji dominating after the first-half exchanges.
5 June 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 (Shujaa) lost 21-0 to Australia in the quarter-finals of the Valladolid 7s in Spain, despite recovering from two opening defeats to qualify for the last eight. They remain seventh in the SVNS Championship standings with eight points and can still improve their ranking through classification matches.
31 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 rugby sevens team will compete in the second leg of the HSBC SVNS Championship in Valladolid, Spain, facing South Africa, Australia, and Great Britain in Group A as they push for promotion back to the World Rugby Sevens Series' top level. Kenya currently sits seventh on the standings with eight points after a quarter-final loss to South Africa in Hong Kong's opening leg.
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 →
Defending champions Kabras Sugar chase a fifth straight Kenya Cup title in their 11th consecutive final appearance since 2016. Coach Carlos Katywa says the path to another final has been difficult despite the club's sustained success.
7 May 2026 · The Standard →
All Saints Embu rugby head coach Benson Mwenda believes Kabras RFC will use their home advantage to defeat KCB RFC in the Kenya Cup final on Saturday at Kakamega, though he notes KCB has improved and both teams feature players with experience from the national teams.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan rugby sevens players Kevin Wekesa and Patrick Odongo are set to compete in the second edition of the Rugby Premier League in India, scheduled for 16–28 June 2026 at Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad. Both players featured in the inaugural 2025 season in Mumbai, where Odongo scored eight tries for Delhi Redz and guided them to the final.
30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →