There are weeks on the sporting calendar that feel like a tapestry of triumph, remembrance, and promise, and this is one of them for Kenya. From the roads of Valencia to the pool decks of Kasarani and the lanes of Nairobi that now lead to Tokyo, the stories of grit and grace keep coming. At the heart of it all is a simple truth, Kenyan Athletes and Their Achievements continue to inspire at home and abroad.
Peres Jepchirchir sets sights on Valencia season finale
Reigning world marathon champion Peres Jepchirchir has been announced for the 2025 Valencia Marathon, set for Sunday, December 7. Fresh from a brilliant World Athletics Championships victory in 2:24:43, she now targets a high finish on Spain’s famed streets, where pace, precision, and patience often decide careers.
The elite women’s race carries the edge of a rivalry renewed. Ethiopian Amane Beriso, the 2023 champion and current course record holder in Valencia with 2:14:58, will stand across the line from Jepchirchir, who holds a 2:16:16 personal best. Kenyan Joyciline Jepkosgei, an athlete who has tasted victory in the city over the half marathon, lines up with a 2:16:24 best, adding to the intrigue in a field that also includes Keira D’Amato, Fikrte Wereta, Charlotte Purdue, and Emma Bates.
Jepchirchir’s world title in a tactical contest was a reminder of her championship nous. Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa was second in 2:24:45, with Uruguay’s Julia Paternain third in 2:27:23. On Valencia’s flat, fast course, the script could flip from chess to pure speed, and that blend is exactly what makes this race a magnet for big names and bold dreamers.
New Kenyan faces emerge in the men’s marathon
The men’s lineup brings its own storylines. Former champion Sisay Lemma and a strong cast of sub 2:05 contenders are expected to light up the course. Yet, as Valencia often does, the spotlight may tilt to ambitious first timers. Kenyan debutants Vincent Nyageo and Patrick Mosin have caught attention, encouraged by a course that has famously welcomed first steps with stunning outcomes.
“Valencia is once again the destination for the most ambitious debutants. The victories of Kelvin Kiptum and Sebastian Sawe in previous years have clearly helped to build awareness of the advantages our marathon offers for debutants,” said Marc Roig, coach of the Valencia Marathon’s international elite.
As the City of Running readies for another classic, Valencia promises more than personal bests. It offers a stage where Kenyan poise meets global pressure, and where new names can rise alongside the established champions.
Kenya’s cycling momentum builds from Nairobi to the coast
Cycling in Kenya continues to surge, both in community participation and elite ambition. The Jubilee Insurance Grand Nairobi Bike Race drew an estimated 3,500 cyclists, a leap that signals genuine mass appeal and a deeper competitive pool. The event, built around competition and advocacy for health and the environment, turned Nairobi’s roads into a festival of speed and purpose.
Uganda’s Jordan Schleck Ssekanwagi reclaimed the men’s 75 kilometre crown in 1:30:39, outsprinting compatriot and defending champion Charles Kagimu by a second, with Kenya’s John Muchiri third in 1:33:50. In the women’s 75 race, Ethiopia’s Merhamit Hadush won in 1:38:25, ahead of Uganda’s Mary Aleper, with Kenya’s Jamila Abdula taking bronze. The foreign legion dominated the elite podiums, yet the host nation gained something just as valuable, a clear mirror of where the bar sits and how fast the gap can be closed with consistent race opportunities.
“It was somewhat chaotic with women in front of us. We had to weave through carefully and fight for a good position to accelerate and avoid collisions,” said Ssekanwagi, who trains at Iten with Team Amani, reflecting on a five lap battle that rewarded race craft and patience.
The event’s growth is as important as the stopwatch. With categories from the 75 kilometre main race to the Black Mamba and para cycling events, and with a Race Village buzzing at Nyayo Stadium, the race underlined a wider mission. It promotes physical activity, champions environmental conservation, and invites families into the story of sport.
Kenya to host Africa Cycling Championships in Kwale
Kenya will host the 2025 Africa Cycling Championships for the second year in a row, this time in Kwale from November 19 to 22. The Confederation of African Cycling turned to Kenya after a late withdrawal by Congo Brazzaville, and the Kenya Cycling Federation moved swiftly to embrace the opportunity.
“Without a replacement, CAC requested us to step in on the strength of having come second to Congo in the bidding process last February, and the success of last year’s Africa Cycling Championships in Eldoret,” said KCF secretary Charles Mose, noting government backing and the promise of technical support.
The choice of Kwale, with its plentiful roads and an engaged county government, is strategic. Hosting brings more slots for Kenyan riders to chase qualifying standards for upcoming targets and to test themselves against the continent’s best. Last year, Eldoret delivered world class winners including South Africa’s Ashleigh Moolman Pasio in the women’s elite road race and Eritrea’s Henok Mulubrhan in the men’s elite road race, with Uganda’s Charles Kagimu shining in the time trial. The lesson was clear, the talent is deep across Africa, and Kenya’s pathway will be shaped by events like these that raise standards and expectations.
Brenda Bwire heads to Tokyo for the Deaflympics
From the streets of Mombasa to a global stage in Tokyo, 33 year old cyclist Brenda Bwire is set to make Kenyan history. She will represent the country at the 25th Summer Deaflympics from November 15 to 26, lining up alongside compatriot Simon Njoroge, marking Kenya’s first participation in cycling at the Deaflympics.
Bwire sealed her place with victory in the women’s deaf category at the Jubilee Insurance Grand Nairobi Bike Race. Her path began at 14, riding for fun in Mombasa, then turning professional while studying at the National Industrial Training Authority. Along the way she won gold at a triathlon event in Turkey in 2021, competing as the only deaf participant, a milestone that hinted at bigger stages to come.
“I am very happy to get this opportunity. My goal is to win medals and make the country proud,” Bwire said, adding that she feels physically and mentally ready for Tokyo.
The journey has not been easy. Communication challenges on the road can make training and racing complex for deaf athletes, yet Bwire believes competing with hearing cyclists has made her stronger. Head coach Steve Odongo praised government support and voiced a bold target, the team aims to bring home gold.
Masters make waves as Kenya names record swimming squad
At Kasarani Aquatic Stadium, the pool will echo with a different kind of inspiration. Seventy two year old Esther Kariuki headlines Kenya’s record Masters squad of 73 for the 10th Africa Aquatics Zone 3 Swimming Championship from October 16 to 19. The event will draw athletes from more than 15 nations, and will be graced by Africa Aquatics President Dr Diop Mohammed, underscoring the growing stature of the sport in the region.
The Masters category, open to swimmers aged 25 and above, will celebrate resilience and longevity. Veterans over 50 include Sally Ndiri, Wanja Michuki, Anthony Nge’no, Carol Mbutura, Isaac Litaba and Samuel Litaba. Leadership around the delegation is robust, with team manager Winnie Warui assisted by Nasser Motha, and head coach Gedion Kioko overseeing preparations. Captains Su Kahumbu and Julian Kajwang will lead the women, with Leland Salano and Geoffrey Watene guiding the men.
“This is the largest Masters squad ever assembled for the national team. It proves swimming is becoming part of Kenya’s sporting culture,” said Kenya Aquatics Technical Director Omar Ali Omari, urging fans, sponsors and the government to back the team.
Beyond medals, the federation is framing swimming as a national health and wellness agenda, pointing to its full body benefits and low injury risk. The momentum will roll on with the Kiambu Aquatics Masters Championship on November 29, a springboard toward major events in 2026 in South Africa and in Mombasa.
Farewell to Hezekiah Nyamau and the legacy of a Kenyan pioneer
Kenya mourns the passing of Hezekiah Munyoro Nyamau, an Olympic champion and trailblazer in sprinting, who died in Nakuru County at the age of 88 after a prolonged battle with cancer. His granddaughter, Felister Nyamau, confirmed his passing while he was undergoing treatment.
Nyamau’s life is etched into the early chapters of Kenya’s global rise in athletics. He won silver in the 4×400 metres relay at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, then struck gold in the 4×400 in Munich in 1972, teaming with Charles Asati, Robert Ouko and Julius Sang. He also captured Commonwealth Games gold in the 4×400 in 1970, a medal that reflected the breadth of Kenyan excellence across disciplines, not just in distance running.
Beyond the medals, Nyamau served in the Kenya Defence Forces, enlisting in 1963 and retiring in 1997. His final years brought public appeals for assistance as medical costs mounted, a reminder of the challenges many former athletes face after a lifetime of service to country and sport. Tributes have poured in from colleagues, younger athletes and fans, saluting a pioneer who helped put Kenya on the map in sprints and relays.
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Integrity in focus as ADAK responds to doping allegations
In the continuing effort to protect sport, the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya addressed allegations raised by Edward Zakayo. ADAK denied claims of unfair treatment and harassment, stating that his two year ban followed due process and aligned with international anti doping rules. The statement underscores a firm stance on clean competition, and the need for transparent systems that athletes can trust.
What this week tells us about Kenyan sport
Across roads, pools and the pages of history, these stories share a common thread. They speak to continuity, to the rise of new names, and to the responsibility to care for legends. They also point to strategy, hosting events like the Africa Cycling Championships in Kwale that give Kenyan athletes more competitive chances while bringing the continent’s best to local roads.
- Kenya’s champions keep raising the bar, as Peres Jepchirchir seeks another crowning run in Valencia,
- the talent pipeline widens, with Brenda Bwire breaking ground for Deaflympics cycling and Masters swimmers proving age is no barrier,
- the nation remembers its roots, honoring Hezekiah Nyamau and recommitting to athlete welfare and integrity.
The road ahead
Valencia will test pace and patience, Kwale will test depth and development, and Tokyo will test belief on a new frontier for Kenyan cycling. In Kasarani, Masters will show that inspiration does not age. Together, these moments sketch a portrait of a sporting nation that is evolving with purpose, anchored by heritage, and propelled by athletes who run, ride and swim with pride.
The message is simple and powerful. Kenya’s sporting identity is not defined by one event or one discipline. It is a living, growing canvas, where a marathon champion, a Masters pioneer, a Deaflympian and a fallen legend all belong to the same story. The story is about resilience, opportunity and the relentless pursuit of better. That is how champions are made, that is how a country moves forward together.
