Elias Makori, with 25 years’ experience in sports journalism, is the Nation Media Group’s Managing Editor (Sports). Makori, a holder of a Masters Degree in Sports Management from Barcelona's Cruyff Institute of Sports Studies, is also the 2012 IAAF World Journalist of The Year.
ELIAS MAKORI
Elias Makori, with 25 years’ experience in sports journalism, is the Nation Media Group’s Managing Editor (Sports). Makori, a holder of a Masters Degree in Sports Management from Barcelona's Cruyff Institute of Sports Studies, is also the 2012 IAAF World Journalist of The Year.
2/4/2019
MAKORI: Why Bahrain’s F1 GP is more that just racing
Each year, a different entertainment menu is served out to fans.
26/3/2019
MAKORI: Counties should work hard to host global sports contests
Our next stop is May 18 in Laikipia County!
19/3/2019
MAKORI: Glowing foreign relations can benefit sport
We hope to see sport feature more prominently in matters foreign affairs.
26/2/2019
Neglected in retirement, Maiyoro set Kenya on athletics map
Maiyoro died at the age of 88 on Sunday.
25/2/2019
Pioneer Kenyan Olympian, Maiyoro, 88, dies
For all his achievements for Kenya, Mzee Maiyoro struggled in retirement.
23/2/2019
‘Rubani Mkimbiaji,’ the flying Dutchman to run in Eldoret
Dutchman Gert Brienne, a long-serving KLM cargo pilot, will be allowed to run.
13/2/2019
Mandago to launch national meet in Eldoret
Meet director Abraham Mutai on Wednesday said he expects a full house.
12/2/2019
MAKORI: Kenyan champs K’Ogalo have what it takes to reclaim continental Cup
Indeed, Gor are on fire, let’s hope Petro feel the heat and give way on Wednesday.
29/1/2019
MAKORI: Tuwei’s work is cut out for him in overseeing sports financing
The good General is reliable and equal to the task.
27/1/2019
Kenyan driver gets global acclaim for role in motorsport
Traditionally, motorsport is considered a macho, male-dominated sport.
24/1/2019
Nandi County offers lifeline to stranded Kenyan legend
The “Nandi warrior” is best remembered for shattering four world records inside 81 days in 1978.
24/1/2019
From one legend to another: Kip Keino bails out Henry Rono
At the peak of their careers in the 1960s and 70s, Kip Keino and Rono were a cut above the rest.
23/1/2019
‘Please help me return home,’ pleads legendary Kenyan runner
He relocated to the United States of America 32 years ago.
22/1/2019
MAKORI: Private-public partnerships key to hosting big events
Nairobi will host next year's IAAF World Under-20 Championships.
20/1/2019
World's fastest woman Ta Lou looks to keep form in 2019 - PHOTOS
Marie-Josee Ta Lou could have been a footballer.
17/1/2019
Kenya issues security guarantee for Nairobi world athletics meet
The delegation from the IAAF is in Nairobi to assess progress in preparation for the championship.
13/1/2019
Why Eliud Kipchoge is from a different breed - PHOTOS
He’s the G.O.A.T., the great of all time!
13/1/2019
Kipchoge: Breaking two-hour barrier still possible
The Kenyan Olympic champion believes it’s a matter of focus.
8/1/2019
MAKORI: Form One admission: give sports a chance
The books-heavy Kenyan learning system offers no incentive for the academically-challenged.
1/1/2019
MAKORI: Why government must take sport more seriously in 2019
I wish you, and our sports people, a happy, rewarding 2019.