Who Was Herbert Wafula?
Herbert Wafula (โHerboโ) was a towering figure in #UgandaRugby for over 25 years as a player, captain, coach, administrator, and mentor. He was among the first to represent Uganda in test rugby in 1997 and captained the @RugbyCranes in 2002, leading a memorable win over @KenyaSimbas that boosted Ugandaโs standing in @WorldRugby rankings.
After his playing career (with clubs including @piratesrugbyUG, @Warriorsrugbyug, @KobsrugbyUg & @RhinosRugbyUG), he moved into coaching and administration, serving with the national team (including 7s), club sides such as Moi Airbase, and as URU Country Manager. He was widely respected for his rugby intelligence, leadership & commitment to grassroots development.
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๐บ๐ฌ๐ฐ๐ช On this day, 24th May 2008, the #UgandaRugby produced a commanding performance to defeat rivals @KenyaSimbas 20-3 in Kampala in the first leg of the Elgon Cup.
Played in front of a charged home crowd, Uganda completely controlled the contest, restricting #RugbyKE to just a solitary penalty while the @RugbyCranes imposed themselves physically & tactically throughout the afternoon.
Some of the players from that game will face each other in 2 weeks time
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May 24
Nick okulo @kcbrugby ashaanza tizi ya floodies, that boy should prop for @KenyaSimbas this year
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Apr 15
Is he still the @KenyaSimbas Head Coach?
We don't know as its only @officialkru who can answer that.
Anyway, Jerome Paarwater has taken up an advisory role with the Namibian Rugby Union as the country looks to rebuild after missing out on the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
He will focus on club systems, coach development and long-term strategy following the exit of Jacques Burger and his staff.
two5fourrugby.com/paarwater-โฆ
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First read the sentence a 2nd time ๐๐๐
You know, English isnโt our mother language
โโฆhe has coached over 100 players across all Kenyan national pathways, including Simbas, Lionesses & Shujaaโ
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Mar 18
Elgon Cup set to return this June after a one-year break ๐ฐ๐ช๐บ๐ฌ
According to @officialkru vice chair @MosesNdale the @KenyaSimbas are set to assemble in May and he is confident one month of prep will be enough after a competitive @TheKenyaCup season.
โWe are looking at May as a potential date to start trainingโฆโ noted Ndale in an interview with @TheStarKenya published on 17 March 2026.
He also hinted at more 15s action, possible Zimbabwe clash, and revival of the Victoria Cup.
#ElgonCup #Two5FourRugby
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Mar 12
I had a chat with this AI thing on the odds of the average Kenyan Male(aged between 18-35) playing in the #KenyaSimbas team.
And the odds...
Well,
Let me just share what it gave:
Quick thread...
#xixsports
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Feb 17
Not to mention Italy๐ช๐ฟ
Besides, more exposure for the national teams would do better. More tournaments, @OfficialKRU should organize for the @KenyaSimbas. We can do better. Not only focusing on the @KenyaSevens. #RugbyKe
Feb 17
It's High time we stop Going to South Africa for those high performance trainings. Tujaribu England ama France
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Feb 4
Former @KenyaSimbas center Paul Mutsami, and his fellow countrymen Humphrey Asiligwa and Warren Kamadi, were officially announced by the @victoria_sharks ahead of the 2026 Uganda rugby season.
#KawowoUpdates | @Joseph_Maaniii
kawowo.com/2026/02/04/victorโฆ
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Jan 4
Was there a comprehensive assessment carried out on our failed RWC qualification campaign. We got so many things wrong, from preparations to team selection and game strategy. Even if we appoint Eddie Jones, our underlying issues will persist.
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Jan 4
Would be worthy getting a coach who will be based in Kenya fully....
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Jan 4
SIMBAS SEARCHING!
We know there is an active search going on.
So, who will be the next @KenyaSimbas Head Coach?
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6 Dec 2025
Shareman almost took KE to Rugby World Cup in 2015.
Several nations that #KenyaSimbas used to compete with at RFUEA have qualified to RWC while Kenya has taken so many steps back in 15s rugby in last 10 years due to bad politics at KRU.
KE is now many years away ๐ค
#RugbyKE
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20 Oct 2025
It is Mashujaa Day! Time to celebrate our heroes.
Which players do you regard as the greatest in Kenya Rugby history?
#RugbyKe
#Shujaa
#Kenya7s
#KenyaSimbas
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Some of your guys argue a lot, so one has to be ready for yโall
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Kama @KenyaSimbas wangeenda Australia world cup 2027 I'm sure kuna mtu @OfficialKRU angeandika kitabu titled.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE WORLD CUP IN 90 DAYS
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90 DAYS WORLD CUP RUGBY PREPARATIONS FOR DUMMIES & AMATEUR PLAYERS.
#RACUG #RugbyKe
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