WADA Seeks Tough Anti-Doping Stance From Kenya

WADA seeks tough anti-doping stance from Kenya

Despite a long-running doping crisis, Kenya were last month awarded the 2029 World Athletics Championships, the first time the event will be held in Africa. "Kenya proudly calls itself the Home of Champions. But for that home to remain respected and credible, it must also be clean," WADA chief Witold Banka said at the end of a three-day visit to the east African country. "That is why Kenya needs a strong culture of clean sport, zero tolerance fo…

WADA president visits Kenya amid doping concerns

World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) President Witold Bańka arrived in Kenya on Sunday for a three-day visit focused on strengthening the country’s anti-doping system, as concerns over violations involving Kenyan athletes persist.

Banka lands in Kenya with anti-doping reforms high on agenda

Banka will hold a series of high-level consultative meetings with President William Ruto, Cabinet Secretary for Sports Salim Mvurya, officials from the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK), as well as athletes.

WADA president Bańka visits Kenya as doping problem persists

Inspiring the culture of the sport of athletics with well prepared and thought-provoking content, that is written, podcast, video and images. World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) president Witold Bańka is in Kenya for two days of discussions aimed at strengthening the country’s anti-doping structures and reinforcing efforts to protect clean sport. The meetings will apparently involve the Kenyan government, the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) and A…

WADA chief Witold Banka lands in Kenya for two‑day anti‑doping talks

World Anti‑Doping Agency President Witold Banka arrived in Nairobi for a two‑day visit aimed at strengthening Kenya’s anti‑doping framework and meeting top officials and athletes.