KCB and Mwamba RFC have provided the bulk of players to Kenya’s provisional national rugby sevens squads, with KCB dominating the men’s Kenya Shujaa selections and Mwamba leading the way for the Kenya Lionesses ahead of the Safari Sevens set for October 9-11, 2026.
Shujaa and Lionesses have assembled a mix of experienced internationals and emerging talent as they begin preparations for the 2026-2027 season. The players are scheduled to report for training on Thursday, September 16, at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi.
KCB lead the Shujaa selections with nine players namely George Ooro, Elvis Olukusi, Vincent Onyala, Samuel Asati, David Nyangige, Nygel Amaitsa, Festus Safari, Richel Wangila and Floyd Wabwire.
Kabras Sugar are the second-biggest contributors with seven players: Kevin Wekesa, Brian Mutua, Mathias Osimbo, Michael Lukusi, Jackson Siketi, Rayvone Ambale and Patrick Lumumba.
Strathmore Leos have Stanislaus Shikoli, Gabriel Ayimba and Victor Mola, while Menengai Oilers are represented by John Okoth, Glacious Owino and Lucky Onyango. Daystar Falcons have Clinton Amukwachi, Patrick Odongo and Arnold Agonda.
Mwamba have three Shujaa players — Eugene Ojiambo, Dennis Ndayala and Antony Omondi. Nakuru have Chrisant Ojwang and Graham Shimon, while Kenya Harlequin, Kisumu and MMUST have one player each in Brighton Omondi, Harrison Mauve and Flavian Otiyo, respectively.
For the Lionesses, Mwamba RFC are the leading contributors with eight players: Naomi Amuguni, Maureen Chebet, Faith Livoi, Edith Nariaka, Beatrice Osimbo, Sinaida Mokaya, Janet Okello and Tracey Montex.
Kenya Harlequin have also contributed eight players — Sheila Chajira, Yvette Okech, Phoebe Otieno, Angel Salamba, Maxine Abuga, Moreen Muritu, Marvel Oswago and Freshia Oduor.
Impala RFC have four players in Nelly Chikombe, Diana Awino, Stella Wafula and Judith Auma, while NYS have Charity Nilla and Jascenta Musakali. France-based Racing 92 have one representative, Grace Okulu.
The Kenya Rugby Union also announced Junior Lionesses squad with players drawn from schools across the country. They are Angeline Ansango (Mwira Girls), Faith Atieno (Moi Forces Academy), Hellen Wanjiru (Kinale Girls), Florence Akinyi (Mbagathi Girls), Mirriam Kones (Kimobo Girls), Sheldon Njeri (Kinale Girls), Sinaida Nalika (Moi Forces Academy), Joy Wanka (Tigo Girls), Agnes Marin (Paul Harris), Ella Cherotich (Kimobo Girls), Sarah Nafula (Moi Forces Academy), Daisy Juma (St. Joseph Kitale), Josphine Chelimo (Kimobo Girls), Milan Gatonye (Kinale Girls) and Joyce Kamau (Kinale Girls).
The training camp will allow the technical teams to assess the players, refine tactical approaches and build cohesion ahead of the season’s assignments.
KRU explained that the selection reflects recent performances, form, fitness and contribution to the national Sevens programme, while also providing a pathway for emerging players to progress to the highest level.
With Shujaa and Lionesses defending their Safari Sevens crowns, the Nairobi camp will offer the first opportunity for the technical teams to shape squads capable of retaining the titles on home soil.
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