Record 73 Kenyan master swimmers announced for Africa Zone Three Championships
.jpg)
Reading Time: 2min | Wed. 15.10.25. | 15:00
The continental event will draw swimmers from over 15 African nations, and will be graced by high-ranking dignitaries
Kenya Aquatics has unveiled a squad of 73 Masters swimmers who will don the national colors at the 10th Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship, set for 16-19 October at Kasarani Stadium.
The continental event will draw swimmers from over 15 African nations, and will be graced by high-ranking dignitaries, including Africa Aquatics President Dr. Diop Mohammed.
Follow our WhatsApp channel for more news
The Masters category—open to swimmers aged 25 and above—will highlight the resilience and spirit of seasoned athletes, and will be under the stewardship of head coach Gideon Kioko, who will work alongside assistant Nasser Motha and team manager Winnie Warui.
Captaining the sides will be Su Kahumbu and Julian Kajwang (women), and the duo of Leland Salano and Geoffrey Watene for men.
.jpg)
Headlining the record Kenyan contingent will be 74-year-old Esther Kariuki, a leading figure in the sport in recent years, and among the oldest in the team.
Joining her in the over 50 years category will be other notable names including: Sally Ndiri, Wanja Michuki, Anthony Nge'no, Carol Mbutura, Isaac Litaba, and Samuel Litaba.
Speaking after the squad unveiling, Omar Ali Omari, Technical Director Kenya Aquatics, said: “This is the largest Masters squad ever assembled for the national team. It shows that swimming is no longer a fringe pursuit, but it is becoming part of Kenya’s sporting culture.”
Omari emphasized the broader significance of the event, noting that swimming should be embraced as a national agenda, especially in combating lifestyle-related diseases.
“Swimming works every part of the body, yet remains one of the lowest-impact sports in terms of injury. It is both fitness and fun, and Kenya needs to embrace it fully,” he added.
Kenya Aquatics has called upon fans to turn up in large numbers at Kasarani to cheer the home squad, urging sponsors and partners to step forward in support.
The federation also awaits crucial government funding to ensure the championship is staged as a historic and successful event.
Looking beyond Kasarani, the Masters calendar remains packed, with the Kiambu Aquatics Annual Masters Swimming Championships coming up on Saturday, 29 November at Potterhouse School in Runda Estate.
Backed by Genesis Sports Limited, the event carries extra weight as it serves as a qualifier for two major competitions—the 41st South Africa National Masters Swimming Championship in March 2026, and the Kenya Aquatics National Masters Swimming Championship in April 2026 in Mombasa.
.jpg)
