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Safari Sevens 2026 Begins at Nyayo as Shujaa Defend Home Title

Kelvin Kibet

The 28th Safari Sevens begins at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Friday, October 9, and runs through Sunday, October 11, 2026. Kenya Shujaa arrive as the defending men’s champions after winning the Mauritius Sevens final 15–12 against Madagascar on October 4.

Teams and competition

Kenya Rugby Union lists 18 teams for the tournament: 12 in the men’s competition and six in the women’s competition. Friday’s programme also includes age-grade and veterans matches. Shujaa will be looking to defend their title, while Kenya Morans provide another opportunity for players from the domestic sevens pathway.

Kenyan squads

KRU named the Shujaa and Morans squads on October 7. Shujaa’s group includes co-captains George Ooro and Samuel Asati, alongside players who featured in the Mauritius campaign. The Morans include emerging players selected after the domestic National Sevens Circuit.

What supporters should check

Match times and fixtures can change. Supporters should check the latest Kenya Rugby Union schedule and event announcements before travelling to Nyayo. This report does not predict results or treat pre-tournament information as match outcomes.

Sources

Event dates: October 9–11, 2026. For live scores, use official KRU updates.

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Kelvin Kibet

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