Kenyan road runner Caren Chelagat has been banned from athletics for four years by the Athletics Integrity Unit over anti-doping rule violations. According to an AIU statement dated September 4, Chelagat provided an in-competition urine sample on May 3, 2026, at the Durban International Marathon in South Africa, which led to the sanction. The case was reported by The Kenya Times.

Faith Kipyegon, a three-time Olympic champion, has disclosed that she has been dealing with a hamstring injury since the Shanghai Diamond League. Despite her recent defeat, she remains optimistic about regaining her top form later in the season.

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has received a four-year suspension for refusing to undergo an anti-doping test, as announced on Monday. This decision follows her non-compliance with the testing protocols established in professional sports.

Uganda Athletics has announced a team of 17 athletes and four officials to represent the country at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, scheduled for July 23 to August 1. The team will be led by Peruth Chemutai, the 2020 Olympic champion in the women's 3000m steeplechase.

ITHUBA Uganda Limited has ceased operations of Uganda's National Lottery just two years into its ten-year license, prompting regulatory intervention to safeguard the interests of players, retailers, and employees. This development marks a significant setback for the country's lottery initiative, which was launched with high expectations.

Andrew Nabimanya, known as Ninye Tabz and a supporter of the National Unity Platform (NUP), has been released on police bond after spending five days in detention. He was detained by unknown security operatives near the former NUP headquarters in Kampala. His release occurred at the Central Police Station in Kampala.