Analysing clubs' transfer business as KRU registration window closes

Impala RFC emerged as the busiest club in the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) off-season transfer window after completing the highest number of player registrations ahead of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit and the 2026/27 domestic season.

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The transfer window, which officially closed on Tuesday, 14 July, saw clubs across the country bolster their squads with a mix of experienced campaigners, university standouts and emerging talent as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.

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Impala led the recruitment drive with 40 registered signings, according to the final transfer list released by the KRU.

Among the notable arrivals are former Kisumu RFC trio Benjamin Opar, Andrew Aswani, and Denzel Juma, former Catholic Monks forward Jordan Kang’ahi, ex-KU BlakBlad player Lincoln Agade and Mwamba RFC’s Linet Moraa.

The club also added a host of players from the non-professional ranks (NPR) to strengthen both its men’s and women’s squads.

Makueni Ravens followed with 33 new additions, making them the second most active club during the transfer period. The Machakos-based side reinforced its squad with players from Kenya Prisons, Catholic Monks and Northern Suburbs, while also recruiting heavily from the NPR pool.

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Mwamba RFC ranked third with 29 signings. Their business included experienced additions such as Raynold Anduvate from Impala RFC, Abdul Malik and Sullivan Japaso from Strathmore Leos, alongside a sizeable intake from Multimedia University to strengthen their women’s team.

Western Bulls were the fourth busiest club after bringing in 23 players. Their recruitment featured Veron Odhiambo from Kisii RFC, Daniel Sumba from MMUST and Benedict Omondi from Kabras Sugar RFC, among others.

Kenya Harlequin completed 21 signings to round off the top five. Quins secured notable recruits, including Davis Otundo and Keith Kevin Wafula from Menengai Oilers, Gilbert Ogutu from Zetech University, Milton Baraza and Patrick Muli from Impala RFC, as well as several additions to their women’s side.

Elsewhere, AP Warriors registered 16 signings, while Homeboyz RFC and EldoPoly Community Rugby Club each completed 14 transfers. Mean Machine brought in 13 new players, with Kisii RFC, Kisumu RFC, MMUST and Sigalagala National Polytechnic all registering 12 signings apiece.

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Among the Kenya Cup sides, KCB Rugby added eight players, including Kenya Prisons prop Benson Kihiti, MMUST’s Collins Ngoko, former Strathmore Leos back Nygel Amaitsa and Impala RFC’s David Nyangige.

Defending Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar RFC were relatively quiet in the market, making three additions—Caleb Owino from MMUST, Mike Ochieng from Kisii RFC and Philemon Olang.

Menengai Oilers also made five signings, headlined by Uganda international Paul Mutsami from Victoria Sharks, Meshack Andale from Impala RFC and MMUST duo Veron Kaburu and Nelson Omukuba.

Strathmore Leos completed 10 registrations as they continue reshaping their squad with a blend of experienced players and promising young talent ahead of another campaign in the top flight.

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Attention now shifts to the National Sevens Circuit before clubs turn their focus to the 2026/27 Kenya Cup season.