Rugby league in Kenya

During the 1990s attempts were made to introduce the sport of rugby league to Kenya. As of 2005 there is no evidence that the game still being played there.

History

The catalyst for the attempt to introduce rugby league into Kenya came from Eddie Rombo, a former Kenyan rugby union player, who went on to play rugby league with British side Leeds Rhinos. After retiring from the sport, Rombo announced his intention to return to his native land and establish a rugby league. In 2000 he did so, with the backing of a Kenyan businessman named Eric Murungi. Teams were formed, coaching sessions undertaken and a website set up. In the long run however the efforts came to nought, and rugby league ceased to be played in Kenya. The website of the Kenyan Rugby League is no longer available, and there is no evidence of the game still being played there.