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Kenya Sports Federation of the Deaf - KSFD KSFD is a non-profit organization legally registered under the Sports Act 2013 of the Laws of Kenya.

Ian Kahinga Crowned Sportsman of the Year (Disability) at SOYA 2026 🏆Ian Kahinga has been named Sportsman of the Year (D...
13/04/2026

Ian Kahinga Crowned Sportsman of the Year (Disability) at SOYA 2026 🏆

Ian Kahinga has been named Sportsman of the Year (Disability) at the 22nd edition of the Sports Personality of the Year Awards held at Uhuru Gardens.

This recognition celebrates not just his outstanding performance, but also his resilience and impact in advancing inclusion within Kenyan sport.

The SOYA Awards continue to shine a spotlight on the country’s top sporting talent, and Kahinga’s victory is a strong statement — athletes with disabilities are not just participating, they are excelling.

His win is an inspiration to many and a step forward for inclusive sport in Kenya.

👏🏾 Congratulations, Champion!

Deaflympics and World Record holder Ian Wambui Kahinga received a heroic recognition today from Nyandarua County, led by...
03/12/2025

Deaflympics and World Record holder Ian Wambui Kahinga received a heroic recognition today from Nyandarua County, led by Governor H.E Dr. Kiarie Badilisha.

The county celebrated Wambui’s extraordinary achievements at the , where he shattered both the World and Deaflympics records in the 5,000m and delivered double gold for Kenya.

At just 24, Wambui’s story continues to inspire a generation — proving that discipline, hard work and opportunity can rewrite history.

Congratulations Ian! Your home county is proud. Your nation is proud!

🌍International Day of Persons with DisabilitiesToday, we join the world in celebrating strength, resilience, creativity ...
03/12/2025

🌍International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Today, we join the world in celebrating strength, resilience, creativity and the incredible contributions of persons with disabilities.

An estimated 1.3 billion people globally experience significant disability — that’s 1 in every 6 people. Today we honor every person breaking barriers, rewriting narratives, and showing the world that ability comes in many forms.

Let’s continue creating spaces that see, hear, support and elevate persons with disabilities every single day.

🤝 Inclusion is not charity. It’s justice.

A Hero Returns!Kenya’s newest global star Ian Wambui Kahinga is back home after shattering both the world and Deaflympic...
02/12/2025

A Hero Returns!

Kenya’s newest global star Ian Wambui Kahinga is back home after shattering both the world and Deaflympics records in the men’s 5000m in Tokyo! Wambui clocked 13:52.83 to erase a 12-year record, adding to his gold in the 10,000m. 🥇

He arrived to a heroic welcome at JKIA — traditional dancers, fellow taxi drivers, government officials, and his overjoyed family. What a champion. What a story. 🔥
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KENYA FINISHES 11TH GLOBALLY & TOP IN AFRICA AT THE TOKYO DEAFYLMPICS!The squad wrapped up the Games with 15 medals — 5 ...
02/12/2025

KENYA FINISHES 11TH GLOBALLY & TOP IN AFRICA AT THE TOKYO DEAFYLMPICS!

The squad wrapped up the Games with 15 medals — 5 gold, 6 silver, 4 bronze — plus a stunning world & Deaflympics record from Ian Wambui Kahinga in the men’s 5000m! Here is a list of all the athletes and their respective medals.

🥇 Gold Medal Champions
1. Ian Wambui Kahinga – Men’s 5000m (WR/DR: 13:52.83)
2. James Mwanza Musembi – Men’s 1500m (3:49.61)
3. Lucas Wanjiru Wandia – Men’s 3000m SC (9:06.95)
4. Elikana Kiprop Rono – Men’s 800m (1:53.02)
5. Ian Wambui Kahinga – Men’s 10,000m (29:19.56)

🥈 Silver Medalists
1. David Kipkogei – Men’s 10,000m
2. 4×400m Mixed Relay Team
3. Elikana Rono – Men’s 1500m
4. Jacob Kibet – Men’s 3000m SC
5. James Musembi – Men’s 5000m
6. David Kipkogei – Men’s Marathon (2:17:30)

🥉 Bronze Medalists
1. Sharon Bitok – Women’s 1500m
2. Serah Kimani – Women’s 10,000m
3. Nelson Kipkorir Rotich – Men’s 5000m
4. Viola Jelimo – Women’s 5000m

From dominant track performances, to a marathon silver from 46-year-old David Kipkogei, to spirited showings in basketball, swimming and golf — Kenya proved its heart, resilience and rising strength on the global stage. Tokyo 2025 will be remembered for heroes, records, and unity.

Proud of every athlete! 🔥

⛳ GOLF ROUNDUP Kenya’s golfers have wrapped up their campaign at the Tokyo 2025 Summer after a challenging but inspiri...
25/11/2025

⛳ GOLF ROUNDUP

Kenya’s golfers have wrapped up their campaign at the Tokyo 2025 Summer after a challenging but inspiring week on the course.

Veteran golfer Isaac Makokha finished 14th in the individual event after tough weather and a late format change, but remains determined. The rest of Team Kenya also fought bravely through cold mornings, strong winds, and fast greens, gaining valuable international experience.

Coach David Kihara praised the team’s resilience and growth.

Get more here: https://www.deafsportskenya.org/news

Kenyan veteran Deaf David Kiptum Kipkogei braved the chilly Tokyo weather to clinch silver in the men’s marathon at th...
25/11/2025

Kenyan veteran Deaf David Kiptum Kipkogei braved the chilly Tokyo weather to clinch silver in the men’s marathon at the Tokyo 2025 Summer !

At 46 years old, Kipkogei delivered an extraordinary performance, clocking 2:17:30 on the Tokyo Expressway — finishing just behind Sweden’s Otto Kingstedt (2:16:10).

What a run. What a champion. What a legacy. 👏🔥

Kenya’s Viola Jelimo delivered a strong run to clinch bronze in the women’s 5000m at the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics! She clo...
24/11/2025

Kenya’s Viola Jelimo delivered a strong run to clinch bronze in the women’s 5000m at the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics! She clocked 17:26.83 in a tightly contested race that saw Portugal’s Mira Da Silva M take gold (17:26.23), and Abubiakirova Luiia Emiyevna secure silver (17:26.78).

A brilliant fight, a well-earned podium, and another medal added to Kenya’s growing tally. Well done, Viola! 👏

🇰🇪 CLEAN SWEEP + WORLD RECORD!Ian Wambui Kahinga has rewritten history in Tokyo!The Kenyan star shattered the men’s 5000...
24/11/2025

🇰🇪 CLEAN SWEEP + WORLD RECORD!
Ian Wambui Kahinga has rewritten history in Tokyo!
The Kenyan star shattered the men’s 5000m World and Deaflympics records, clocking a sensational 13:52.83 to claim gold at the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics.

He broke the previous record of 14:02.9 set by Simon Cherono Kibai in 2013—cementing his place among Kenya’s greatest Deaf athletes.

Kenya completed a magnificent 1–2–3 finish, with:
🥇 Ian Wambui Kahinga – Gold
🥈 James Mwanza Musembi – Silver
🥉 Nelson Kipkorir Rotich – Bronze

A masterclass of dominance. A day for the history books.
🇰🇪🔥 Team Kenya is unstoppable!

Rael Achieng Wamira opened Kenya’s day at the in the women’s jump in her debut appearance in the event. Though ...
24/11/2025

Rael Achieng Wamira opened Kenya’s day at the in the women’s jump in her debut appearance in the event.

Though she did not finish in the top eight, Rael showed incredible courage and versatility — stepping out of her comfort zone as a sprint bronze medalist in Brazil 2022 to take on long jump for the very first time.

We applaud her effort, bravery and fighting spirit. Keep soaring!

DOUBLE TITLE DEFENCE! Kenya hits 10 medals at the Tokyo Deaflympics as Lucas Wandia (3000m SC) and Elikana Rono (800m) s...
23/11/2025

DOUBLE TITLE DEFENCE!
Kenya hits 10 medals at the Tokyo Deaflympics as Lucas Wandia (3000m SC) and Elikana Rono (800m) successfully defended their titles, bringing home two stunning gold medals.

🥇 Gold
Ian Wambui Kahinga – Men’s 10,000m
James Mwanza Musembi – Men’s 1,500m
Lucas Wanjiru Wandia – Men’s 3,000m Steeplechase
Elikana Kiprop Rono – Men’s 800m

🥈 Silver
David Kiptum Kipkogei – Men’s 10,000m
4×400m Mixed Relay — Menza, Nanjala, Atima, Wamira
Elikana Kiprop Rono – Men’s 1,500m
Jacob Kipkemoi Kibet – Men’s 3,000m Steeplechase

🥉 Bronze
Sharon Bitok Jeptarus – Women’s 1,500m
Serah Wangari Kimani – Women’s 10,000m

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