Shujaa’s Olympic Hopes Boosted by Strong Season Performance

Kenya’s rugby sevens team, Shujaa, received a significant boost to their hopes of qualifying for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games following a string of strong performances in the 2024 World Rugby Sevens Series. Consistent quarterfinal and semifinal appearances in various legs of the series saw them accumulate crucial points in the Olympic qualification standings. The team’s improved cohesion, under the guidance of their coaching staff, was evident in their more structured and disciplined play. Key players like Johnstone Olindi and Herman Humwa stepped up in high-pressure situations. The Rugby Union expressed optimism that the team would secure one of the coveted qualification spots available to the best-performing African nations on the series circuit.