The Silent Struggle Behind Teenage Athletes
Everyone will tell you that being around young people — Gen Z — is one of the hardest things today. You have to match their energy. As a sports scientist, I’ve been lucky to work…
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Building Tracks for Tomorrow: How Africa Can Secure a Future in World-Class Athletics
By Victoria Kaigai Africa is not merely participating in the global athletics arena; it is reshaping it. With nations like Kenya, South Africa and Botswana leading the charge, the continent is positioning itself to host…
Tejveer Wins ‘Rai Sibling Battle’ as Kabras Edge Oilers to Seal Fourth Straight Kenya Cup Title
Kakamega: In what was trumpeted as the “battle of the Rai siblings”, defending champions Kabras RFC sealed a historic fourth consecutive Kenya Cup title by edging out a spirited Menengai Oilers 27-26 in a nail-biting…
World Relays Trials: Athletics Kenya Invites Top Athletes, Stresses Anti-Doping Measures
This weekend’s World Relay Trials will take place at the Nyayo National Stadium and ahead of the Absa Kip Keino Classic, the government has already funded the installation of a new synthetic track at the…
Rai Sibling Rivalry as Kabras, Menengai Lock Horns in Kenya Cup Final
Kabras Sugar is sponsored by West Kenya Sugar Company whose Managing Director is Tejveer Rai, while Menengai Oilers is sponsored by Menengai Oil Refineries Limited under Managing Director Onkar Rai, Tejveer’s younger brother By Pura…
Breakthrough victory in Vienna inflames Betty Chepkemoi’s Olympic Dream
Vienna, Austria: Three days after her 25th birthday, Betty Chepkemoi celebrated her first major triumph in road running and her biggest career win at the Vienna City Marathon last Sunday. In ice cold weather conditions,…
Ethio Telecom Great Jimma Run Opens Up Southwestern Ethiopia’s potential
Visitors enjoy opportunity to explore local attractions, sample traditional cuisine, and experience Ethiopia’s famed running culture, first-hand, as part of race package By Pura Vida Correspondent Last Sunday, the vibrant city of Jimma in southwestern…
Daystar University VC’s Tribute to Ground-breaking Sevens Star Patrick Odongo
‘The entire Daystar University community and Daystar Falcons Rugby stand proudly behind you, Patrick. We remain steadfast in our support,’ says Prof. Laban Ayiro By Pura Vida Reporter and HSBC Sevens With Patrick Odongo having…
Kenyan Party, Ice Cold Surprise by Betty Chepkemoi, Haftamu Abadi in Vienna
Ambassador Valerie Rugene, Deputy Head of Kenya's Mission in Vienna, Austria, leads in song and dance to celebrate the Kenyan podium finishes in Austrian capital Vienna, Austria: Haftamu Abadi and Betty Chepkemoi were the surprise…
First title for Burundi as Rodrigue Kwizera becomes King of Prague Half Marathon
As expected, Kenya’s Lilian Kasait Rengeruk wins women's race after slowing from an early world record pace to finish in a still fast 1:05:27. Prague, Czech Republic: Burundi is celebrating their inaugural victory in the…