August 19, 2023: Top news events to look out for today
By Collins Amanga, August 19, 2023
Hello! Here’s what you need to know in order to get up to speed with today’s happenings:
World Championship Kicks Off in Budapest:
The athletics world will have its focus firmly fixed on Budapest as the highly anticipated World Championship gets underway.
The event promises thrilling competitions, including the 20 KM walking race, 100 M sprints, hurdles, 4 by 400 M relay heats, 3000M Steeplechase, 100 meters preliminary, 1500 M heats, 100 meters heats, and the grand finale, the 10,000 M Final.
Kenyan athletes, known for their remarkable track records, are expected to shine on the global stage as they vie for prestigious medals.
CAF Confederation Cup Commences:
Football enthusiasts can also look forward to the kickoff of the CAF Confederation Cup, featuring an array of exciting matches.
Making their debut in this competition, Kakamega Homeboyz are set to face Al Hilal from Libya. The match is scheduled to take place at Nyayo Stadium at 3:00 pm.
Additionally, the English Premier League’s second day will feature a clash between Tottenham Hotspurs and Manchester United, scheduled for 7:30 pm.
Kenyan Schools Compete in FEASSSA Championship:
Kenyan schools will be in the sporting spotlight as the Federation of East African Secondary School Sports Association (FEASSSA) games commence.
Notable football teams, including St. Antony Kitale and Shanderema, are gearing up for intense competition.
CAVB Cup of Nations Volleyball:
Volleyball enthusiasts can follow the thrilling action of the Cup of Nations Volleyball tournament, which enters its fourth day.
The formidable Malkia Strikers are set to face Morocco in Cameroon as they continue their pursuit of the Olympic title
Besides the matches, the Volleyball elections are set to continue today with representatives set to vote for the following positions.
2. The Deputy President
3. The Vice President
4. The Vice President-Gender
5. The Secretary General
6. The Deputy Secretary General
7. The Treasurer
8. The Deputy Treasurer
9. The Sports Organising Secretary
10. The Deputy Sports Organizing Secretary
11. National Executive Committee Member
12. National Executive Committee member
13. National Executive Committee Member
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