By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya has marked a historic sporting milestone after Joshua Weru became the first Kenyan and East African to sign with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent through the NFL International Player Pathway Program. Weru’s breakthrough signals a major expansion of Kenya’s global sporting footprint beyond its traditional dominance in […]

By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania on Thursday reaffirmed their joint commitment to successfully host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations under the PAMOJA banner. Meeting in Kampala, Kenya’s Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya of Kenya, Peter Ogwang of Uganda and Paul Makonda of Tanzania joined CAF officials and football association leaders to […]

By KPC Sports Reporter The government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ties with world football governing body FIFA, citing its role in advancing the sport locally. Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, Salim Mvurya, welcomed the ongoing FIFA Series tournament in Kenya, describing it as a timely boost that aligns with […]

By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya has fulfilled a key financial requirement in its bid to successfully co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, after remitting a $30 million (Sh3.9 billion) hosting fee to the Confederation of African Football. In a statement released Tuesday, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya confirmed […]

By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya has assured it will meet all financial and infrastructural requirements as preparations intensify for the co-hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania. Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya said the government is working closely with key institutions, including the […]

By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya has been selected to host the 2026 FIFA Women’s Series, marking the first time the country will stage a global football event under FIFA, Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has announced. In a statement released Tuesday, Mvurya described the decision as “a historic milestone” and a strong endorsement of Kenya’s […]

By KPC Sports Reporter Kenya has officially been removed from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) compliance watchlist, marking a significant milestone in the country’s fight against doping in sports. The announcement was made by Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, Salim Mvurya, who hailed the decision as a testament to Kenya’s commitment […]

  By KPC Sports Reporter Leadership at the Sports, Arts and Social Development Fund (SASDF) has officially transitioned following a formal handover ceremony held at Talanta Plaza in Nairobi. The move ushers in a new chapter for one of Kenya’s most critical funding instruments for sports and creative talent development. Retired Lt. Gen. (Rtd) Jackson […]

By KPC Sports Reporter The government has assured traders and businesses in Thika that there will be no displacement or disruption of commercial activities during the construction of the planned modern 10,000-seater stadium. Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said the multi-million-shilling project is designed to uplift the region’s sporting profile […]

By KPC Sports Reporter The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has praised Kenya for significant progress in implementing corrective actions following the 2024/2025 audit that had previously placed the country on a compliance watchlist. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya on Wednesday received a high-level WADA delegation led by Africa Director Rodney Swigelaar at Talanta Plaza, Nairobi, […]