In a bold move to elevate Kenya’s presence in international swimming, Kenya Aquatics (KA) is set to unveil its comprehensive selection criteria for 2025, aiming to prepare the nation’s top aquatic talents for a series of high-profile global and regional competitions. This initiative underscores KA’s unwavering commitment to transparency and excellence, ensuring that Kenyan swimmers are primed for success on the world stage.

Among the marquee events is the Africa Junior Championships in Egypt, targeting swimmers aged 14 to 18. This championship offers a platform for young athletes to showcase their prowess against the continent’s elite. Concurrently, the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore beckon senior swimmers who have met stringent qualifying standards, promising a convergence of the world’s best in a celebration of aquatic excellence.

For the younger cohort, the World Aquatics Junior Championships in Romania provides a global stage to demonstrate burgeoning talents. Additionally, the Africa Aquatics Zone III Championships and the Africa Youth Games present further avenues for Kenyan swimmers to shine, fostering regional camaraderie and competition.

The selection process is meticulously structured, commencing with time trials at the Kenya National Age Group Swimming Championship on February 15-16, 2025, at the Kasarani Aquatic Arena. A pivotal benchmark is the attainment of a minimum of 500 World Aquatics (WA) points in any individual event, ensuring that only the most qualified athletes don the national colors.

Reflecting on this rigorous framework, Omar Omari, KA’s Technical Director, emphasized, “Our selection process is designed to uphold the highest standards of merit and fairness, ensuring that our athletes are not only competitive but also embody the spirit of Kenyan sportsmanship.”

Eligibility mandates that athletes be registered KA members in good standing, participate in national championships, and meet specific age criteria—14 years and above for most events, and 11 years and above for the Africa Aquatics Zone III. This structured approach ensures that Kenya fields a formidable team, ready to make waves on the international stage.

As the swimming community eagerly anticipates these events, KA’s clear and merit-based selection criteria stand as a testament to its dedication to nurturing talent and promoting excellence in the aquatic arena.