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Defending champions Ivory Coast overcome early shock to finish top of AFCON Group F

By Robert Abong'o   2026-01-01 08:39:50

Ivory Coast produced a dramatic late comeback to finish top of Group F at the 2025 AFCON, coming from two goals down to beat Gabon 3-2 in Marrakesh

Austine Odhiambo leaves Gor Mahia for Lebanese giants Nejmeh SC

By Robert Abong'o   2026-01-01 15:54:45

Harambee Stars midfielder Austine Odhiambo has completed a move from Gor Mahia to Lebanese Premier League side Nejmeh SC.

Gabon government suspends entire national team after winless AFCON exit, Aubameyang dismissed

By Robert Abong'o   2026-01-01 18:07:26

The Gabonese government has taken drastic action following the national team’s disappointing AFCON campaign, announcing the immediate suspension of the Panthers

CAF opens disciplinary investigations into AFCON 2025 quarter-finals misconduct

By Robert Abong'o   2026-01-13 11:54:53

CAF has announced it has opened disciplinary investigations into several incidents that occurred during the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals in Morocco.

AFC Leopards' Fred Ambani named SJAK Coach of the month for December

By Robert Abong'o   2026-01-14 16:14:24

AFC Leopards boss Fred Ambani has been crowned Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK)/Betika Coach of the Month for December

WAFCON: Harambee Starlets drawn alongside Morocco, Algeria and Senegal

By Robert Abong'o   2026-01-15 17:15:34

The Kenya women’s national football team, Harambee Starlets, have been drawn alongside hosts Morocco, Algeria and Senegal for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

Eto'o slapped with four-match ban, Sh2.5 million fine for misconduct at AFCON

By Robert Abong'o   2026-01-16 12:29:51

Cameroon legend Samuel Eto’o has been handed a four-match suspension and fined $20,000 (Sh2.5 million) after being found guilty of misconduct by a CAF disciplinary panel.

Harambee Stars defender Sichenje signs for Charlton Athletic

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-03 09:51:59

Charlton Athletic have bolstered their defensive options with the signing of Kenya international Collins Sichenje, who arrives from Serbian side FK Vojvodina for an undisclosed fee.

Kenya U20 youngster Zech Obiero joins English side Tranmere Rovers on loan

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-03 12:02:29

Kenya U20 midfielder Zech Obiero has completed a loan move to League Two club Tranmere Rovers from Leyton Orient for the remainder of the 2025/26 season.

Kipchoge to carry flag at Milano Cortina 2026 opening ceremony

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-03 13:08:36

Kenya’s legendary long-distance runner Eliud Kipchoge will return to the Olympic stage at Milano Cortina 2026, this time as a flag bearer for the opening ceremony.

Kenyan youngster Jack Ong'anya signs for Cadiz CF in Spain

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-04 10:07:27

Kenyan football is adding another name to its growing list of exports after Jack Ong’anya sealed a move to Cádiz CF in Spain’s Segunda División

Nairobi United sign former highly-rated Kenya U-20 midfielder Kevin Wang'aya

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-04 14:36:08

Nairobi United have announced the signing of Kevin Wang’aya, a highly-rated midfielder and former Kenya National U-20 international, as they bolster their midfield engine room.

Kakamega Homeboyz defender Silas Abungana dies after attack

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-05 12:07:42

Kakamega Homeboyz Football Club is mourning the death of defender Silas Abungana, who died just before midnight on Wednesday while receiving treatment

Ex-Gor Mahia winger Enock Wanyama joins Taiwan club Tatung FC

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-05 17:09:35

Former Gor Mahia and APS Bomet winger Enock Wanyama has joined Taiwan club Tatung FC.

Kenyan footballers secure overseas moves as January window records increased activity

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-05 18:53:20

Kenyan football continued to register growing international interest during the January 2026 transfer window, with several players completing moves abroad.

AFCON 2027 will not be postponed or moved from Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania - Motsepe

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-13 16:21:47

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has moved to quell speculation surrounding hosting of the 2027 AFCON, confirming Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania remain the hosts

Benni McCarthy's Harambee Stars set for FIFA Series 2026 in Kigali

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-24 10:35:19

Harambee Stars are set to participate in the FIFA Series 2026, with their Group A matches scheduled to take place in Kigali, Rwanda, during the March international window.

Harambee Stars winger Ochieng welcomes new contract with goal in win over Cadiz

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-24 11:20:14

Harambee Stars winger Job Ochieng continued his bright spell in Spain by firing Real Sociedad B to a 2-0 away victory over Cádiz CF in a La Liga 2 encounter

Government, private sector seal partnership for WRC Safari Rally 2026

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-24 17:43:59

Government has announced a new partnership with the private sector ahead of the sixth edition of the WRC Safari Rally 2026, signalling a shift in the organisation

A decade at the helm: Gianni Infantino marks 10 years as Kenya features in FIFA's long-term plan

By Robert Abong'o   2026-02-26 09:51:40

Today marks exactly 10 years since Gianni Infantino stepped into office as FIFA President. After a decade in office, the Swiss-Italian is more than hopeful about the future of Kenyan football.