Kenya Highlights

Kenya’s readiness to host AFCON 2027 is under scrutiny after a CAF inspection report revealed major infrastructure gaps across key stadiums.

The Football Kenya Federation has intensified efforts to strengthen women’s football after holding key talks with FKF Women Premier League clubs on challenges and long-term development strategies.

Football Kenya Federation has sent a delegation led by vice president McDonald Mariga to Europe in a bid to convince foreign-born players with Kenyan roots to represent Harambee Stars ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

The Sports Disputes Tribunal has directed the Football Kenya Federation to convene an Annual General Meeting within 60 days after ruling that its Disciplinary and Appeals committees are not legally constituted, a decision that also overturns the earlier ruling on the abandoned Gor Mahia and Nairobi United match.

Nairobi United FC have ended weeks of uncertainty by appointing seasoned tactician Godfrey Solo Oduor as head coach, handing him the task of sustaining their domestic rise and delivering on the continental stage.

Bandari Football Club have officially appointed Bernard Mwalala as their new head coach, backing the experienced tactician to lead the Dockers to renewed success in the Kenyan Premier League.

President William Ruto has agreed to rename the new Talanta Stadium after Raila Odinga, following a powerful public appeal that dominated Jamhuri Day celebrations.

James Kinyanjui steps into his first Mashemeji Derby with fire in his belly and a mission to spark AFC Leopards back to winning form after a tough three-match run.

KCB has strengthened its support for Madira Soccer Academy with a fresh donation of football gear and training equipment, accelerating the academy’s rise as one of Kenya’s most exciting talent hubs.

Kenya’s refereeing fraternity is beaming with pride after four top officials were confirmed for duty at the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025.

Gor Mahia boss Charles Akonnor has been crowned the SportPesa League Coach of the Month for October after guiding K’Ogalo to a flawless run.

President William Ruto has received the CAF President’s Outstanding Achievement Award for his role in supporting football development and helping East Africa successfully host CHAN 2024.

Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has been named the SJAK Coach of the Month for October after steering Kenya to a long-awaited qualification for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

Coach Benni McCarthy has unveiled the Harambee Stars squad set to face Madagascar and Comoros in Turkey during the November FIFA window. The team features a blend of youth and experience, with Aldrine Kibet earning his first senior call-up and Ovella Ochieng making a return.

Former Harambee Stars team manager Willis Waliaula has expressed confidence in Nairobi United’s ability to progress further in the CAF Confederation Cup after their impressive 2-0 first-leg win over Tunisian giants Etoile Sportif du Sahel.