This archive report was first published on 30 November 2019.
On November 30, 2019, the Cana Zone 3 swimming championships came to a close at the Kasarani Aquatics Centre in Nairobi, Kenya.
The event, which featured nine countries including hosts Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Sudan, and Burundi, served as a crucial preparation ground for swimmers ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.
Kenya emerged victorious in the medal standings, with swimmers Islam Ali Lubaina, Hart Ivan, and Tabuka Bifwoli securing gold medals in the final day of the championships.
Lubaina won the girls' 200m butterfly event, clocking 2 minutes and 55.80 seconds, while Hart Ivan took the top spot in the boys' category with a time of 2 minutes and 31.14 seconds.
The championships provided a platform for swimmers to fine-tune their skills and prepare for the upcoming Olympic Games.
