Safari Sevens, Rugby sevens tournament in Nairobi, Kenya
Safari Sevens is a rugby sevens tournament held at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos County, Kenya. It brings together professional sides, university teams, and local clubs over several days of matches.
The tournament was founded in 1996 at RFUEA Ground in Nairobi, initially drawing mainly local teams. Over time it grew into an international competition and moved to its current home in Machakos.
The tournament draws rugby fans from across Kenya who mix the sport with music, street food, and celebrations around the stadium. It is one of the few events in the country where local clubs compete directly alongside international sides.
Arriving early at Kenyatta Stadium is a good idea since parking fills up fast on match days. The grounds are large, so leaving time to find your bearings before the first matches is helpful.
The tournament trophy is named after Robin Cahill, a co-founder of the Rugby Patrons Society who helped shape rugby in Kenya. His name lives on through this award, handed out at every edition of the event.
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