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Mudslides rekindle memories of tragedies that have rocked Elgeyo

The mudslide that swept through Elgeyo Marakwet killing 26 people and displacing at least 200 families is one of the deadliest disasters in a county that boasts of scenic hanging valleys.

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Fresh landslide kills two in Elgeyo Marakwet

UPDATE: Two people killed in another landslide in Keiyo North, Elgeyo Marakwet, Acting County Commissioner Julius Maiyo says victims are from one family

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Over 20 killed, homes and animals swept away

Torrential rains unleashed devastating mudslides across the county, claiming lives, injuring dozens and destroying homes.Hundreds of families were displaced, while rescue operations struggled.

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Will Kenyan men shatter marathon relay record in Paris?

The squad of six men says the course and weather are ideal for a 42.195km relay world record. Weather changes are, however, likely to affect adaptation.

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Government to cover victims' bills as Elgeyo Marakwet death toll rises

Elgeyo Marakwet mudslides death toll rises to 22 after one more body recovered, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura says 29 people missing, four in critical condition.

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At least 10 killed as mudslides, rockfalls hit Elgeyo Marakwet

Ten people killed, several others missing after heavy rains triggered mudslides, rockfalls and flooding in Elgeyo Marakwet, Acting County Commissioner Julius Maiyo confirms.

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Six-member squad hopes to smash 20-year-old record in Paris

Five road stars will run different distances of 5km and 10km while the anchor will complete 7.195km.

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Kenya's new breed of athletes stealing the show with eloquence and confidence

They are settling the debate on whether translators are needed at global races. Many of them secured athletics scholarships in US universities.

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Kenyan trio nominated for 2025 out of stadium award

Ngetich was nominated just hours after setting a world lead of 1:03:08 at the Valencia half marathon on Sunday.

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Why female athletes don't feel safe while in athletics camps

Marathoner Chelimo says they need help in kicking out unlicensed coaches preying on girls

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Kipchoge eyes another glorious moment as he races in New York

He will be running alongside compatriots such as 2022 winner Evans Chebet in the men’s race.

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Legends demand a fair Athletics Kenya constitution

Legendary athletes have laid out their demands as Athletics Kenya (AK) begins review of its constitution following a Court of Appeal order in March 2025.

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Benyo, Chebet to lead Kenyan cast to Florida World Cross

Double Olympic and World champion Beatrice Chebet will be in Team Kenya as the defending champion.

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Athletics stars upbeat as Eldoret gets ready for world cross trials

The stage is set for a thrilling national trial for the 2026 World Cross Country Championships in Eldoret on Saturday, and stars are getting ready to make the Kenyan team.

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Varsity flags Eldoret City Board nominee's degree as fake

The university confirmed that a Bachelor's degree in Business Management presented by Kitur as part of his academic credentials was not issued by the institution.

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Who will be voted the Track Athlete of 2025?

Beatrice Chebet, Faith Kipyegon and Emmanuel Wanyonyi were nominated for Track Athletes of the Year awards.

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Kipyegon, Chebet and Wanyonyi nominated for World Athletics awards

The golden girls, Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet were on Monday nominated for the women’s track athlete of the year while Emmanuel Wanyonyi is in the men’s category.

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Ex-minister Jebii Kilimo joins UDA, declares bid for Marakwet East MP seat

Former Cabinet Minister Linah Jebii Kilimo on Monday declared her return to politics as she joined the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party.

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Kipyegon kicks off another holiday after winning Athlos NYC

Kipyegon will be connecting with family and enjoying more bed rest after winning Sh7.7 million in prize money and a heartwarming crowning by tennis legend Serena Williams.

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Kipyegon gets Sh7.7m after winning Athlos NYC

Faith Kipyegon won Sh7.7 million in prize money and a heartwarming crowning by tennis legend Serena Williams.

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Moi University sidelined as new investor takes over Rivatex

Moi University has been sidelined as a new investor takes over the struggling textile manufacturer, Rivatex East Africa.

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Adak now denies mishandling Zakayo's disciplinary case

Zakayo alleged a conspiracy between Adak officers and his management to subject him to sanctions for missed tests despite losing his mobile phone.

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Why Kenyan men must sweat more to win gold medals at global athletics events

They have been challenged by their women counterparts after losing dominance at the Tokyo World Championships.

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Kenya survives sanctions for now but has four months to comply

Kenya survived serious sanctions after the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) gave it four months to be fully compliant with rules governing clean sport.

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Zakayo quits athletics as allegations cast shadow over war against doping

In the last few days, concerns have been raised about whether rogue elements were frustrating top athletes as Edward Zakayo who is serving a two-year ban quits athletics, citing frustrations.

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Will Kenya survive tough Wada sanctions as compliance deadline ended last night?

Kenya was on Thursday holding onto hope as uncertainty hung over the country’s compliance with the World Anti-Doping (Wada) rules.

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Athletes get their millions as red carpet rolled out for Tokyo Worlds superstars

The country’s team to the 2025 World Athletics Championships was on Thursday hailed for their historic performance in Tokyo.

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Uncertainty as Rivatex fires 3000 employees

From salary delays to scaled-down operations and to huge losses, the textile company once again became a pale shadow of its former self.

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Elijah Lagat: From a heart problem to athletics glory and politics

Legendary athlete Elijah Lagat's visit to a doctor in the 1980s inspired him to join athletics and he shot to international fame after winning the 1997 Berlin Marathon.

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No time to rest for Kipyegon yet as she heads to New York

Faith Kipyegon will renew rivalry with Ethiopia's Gudaf Tsegay and world bronze medallist Jessica Hull of Australia at Athlos meet.

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World Mountain Running star Kiriago says he was inspired by Tokyo team

Kenya’s to the World Mountain Running and Train Championships bagged five individual medals.

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Sports fans criticise three-year jail term for banned substance peddler

The JKIA Court in Nairobi found Aman Malik, 18, guilty of unlawfully importing and transporting some of the prohibited substances that have caused several Kenyan athletes to be banned.

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Eldoret residents protest increase in water tariff by 300 per cent

A section of Eldoret residents have threatened to paralyse business if a controversial tariff that pushed up water bills by 300 per cent is not revoked before September 30, 2025.

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Tokyo triumph: Kenyan women shine as men falter at World Championships

Kenyan stars had last harvested seven medals from the 2015 Beijing show, a number that was matched in the Tokyo event, which came to a close on Sunday.

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Oh, what a feeling...Kenyans reign supreme in World Championships

Superstars who represented Kenyan at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo once again confirmed that the country is the African running powerhouse.

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Walk like a champion

In one of the biggest surprises of the 2025 Tokyo World Athletics Championships, Lilian Odira delivered gold for Kenya, pushing the country’s tally to 11 medals.

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Moraa hopes to lead 800m team with victory drink on the final day

Kenya will be hoping that the trio of Mary Moraa, Lilian Odira and Sarah Moraa will sweep the podium.

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How 5000m trio is planning to win gold for Kenya in Tokyo today

In the minds of athletics enthusiasts across the globe, the is debate who, between Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon, is the queen of 5000m.

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Kiptum's world record is under threat as Sawe races in Berlin

Sabastian Kimaru Sawe, the fastest marathoner this year, is in Berlin to attempt to rewrite history in the men’s marathon.

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Stage set for an exciting school kids cross country in Cheptigit

More than 300 potential athletes have been assembled for the inaugural event dubbed Cheptigit-German Cross Country Run, organisers have said.

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