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Suspects' bail ruling in Baby Pendo murder case pushed to June 10
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 04, 2025

Justice Margaret Muigai said the postponement will give time for all parties to receive key pre-bail and witness protection assessment reports.

Four police officers charged with murder of Baby Pendo, 39 others in 2017 post-poll chaos
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 05, 2025

This case marks the first time that police officers have been charged under the International Crimes Act, a significant step in the pursuit of justice...

Heartbreak in Yaoundé as Junior Starlets fall short in World Cup qualification bid
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 25, 2025

Kenya's Junior Starlets saw their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup dream come to an end in Yaoundé after a 3-1 defeat to Cameroon in the return leg of their...

Down but not out, Junior Starlets vow to bounce back against Cameroon
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 21, 2025

With Cameroon carrying an away goal advantage, the Junior Starlets will need to win by at least 2-0 to secure a place at the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s Wor...

Junior Starlets suffer narrow 1-0 loss to Cameroon in first leg of crucial World Cup qualifier
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 20, 2025

Despite their best efforts, Junior Starlets could not find a way back into the match and will now have to redeem themselves in the return leg, which w...

Morocco face Mali in U-17 AFCON final
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 19, 2025

Morocco take on Mali in Saturday’s U-17 AFCON final in Mohammedia, with the hosts eyeing a historic first title and Mali targeting their third. The ma...

U17 AFCON: Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire battle for third
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 18, 2025

Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire face off tonight in Casablanca for third place at the U-17 AFCON. With regional pride and a podium finish on the line,...

Cameroon’s Baby Lionesses out to avoid repeat mistakes against Junior Starlets
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 17, 2025

Cameroon U17 women’s team are wary of Kenya’s Junior Starlets ahead of their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier in Yaoundé, with coach stressing th...

Junior Starlets confident ahead of Cameroon showdown
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 15, 2025

Junior Starlets are set to host the West Africans in Nairobi on Sunday, April 20, 2025, before travelling to Cameroon to play the second leg on Friday...

Court delay deepens pain for 2007-08 post-poll GBV survivors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 12, 2025

While the appeal was expected to provide clarity and hope, the postponement has instead caused new pain.

Hope against the odds: Somalia chase historic point against Senegal in AFCON U17
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 07, 2025

Somalia may be bottom of Group C, but they’re not out of hope. As they prepare to face defending champions Senegal, the tone in camp is one of belief,...

Somalia and Tunisia set for high-stakes CAF U-17 AFCON opener in El Jadida
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 01, 2025

This marks the first meeting between the two sides in the competition, with both teams aiming for a strong start in what promises to be a competitive...

Junior Starlets to play Morocco U17 in two friendlies before World Cup qualifier
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 30, 2025

Junior Starlets advanced to this stage following an impressive performance in the second round, where they overcame Uganda in a hard-fought encounter.

Leaked iPhone 17 designs: What to expect from new series in September
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 25, 2025

With better cameras, improved performance, bigger batteries, and a sleeker design, Apple is pushing the boundaries of what a smartphone can do.

Haunted by history: Cameroon Women's U17 long struggle against East African teams
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 16, 2025

Cameroon will be haunted by a history that backs the Junior Starlets to deliver another memorable chapter in the story of women's youth football in Ea...

Junior Starlets dominate Uganda to edge closer to FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Amina Wako  |  Mar 16, 2025

Having secured a comfortable 2-0 victory in the first leg in Kampala last weekend, the Kenyan girls only needed to avoid defeat at home to progress to...

Kenya’s Junior Starlets aim to finish off Uganda in U17 World Cup Qualifier
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 15, 2025

Kenya's Junior Starlets are set to face Uganda in the second leg of the 2025 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup Second Qualifying Round at Nyayo National Stad...

Junior Starlets eye Uganda sweep to edge closer to World Cup
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 12, 2025

The Junior Starlets are determined to wrap up their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Second Qualifying Round campaign in style as they face Uganda in the re...

Africa U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers first-leg action brings upsets, dominant actions
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 09, 2025

Kenya pulled off an impressive away victory over Uganda in an all-East African duel.

Junior Starlets upbeat ahead of 2025 FIFA Women’s U17 World Cup qualifier match against Uganda
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 07, 2025

The Mildred Cheche-coached side arrived in Kampala on Thursday morning and are optimistic of getting a positive result in Uganda as they aim for back-...

Junior Starlets warm up for World Cup qualifier match with 3-0 victory over Kenya Police Bullets
Michael Kirwa  |  Feb 28, 2025

Speaking after the win against Kenya Police Bullets, Junior Starlets coach Mildred Cheche expressed confidence in her team ahead of the matches agains...

Junior Starlets provisional squad for World Cup qualifiers named
Erick Kariuki  |  Feb 10, 2025

Kenya's Junior Starlets have named a 51-player provisional squad for their U17 Women's World Cup qualifier against Uganda. Head coach Mildred Cheche w...

Kenya’s U17 AFCON hopes dashed by Uganda in heavy defeat
Rama Mohammed  |  Dec 21, 2024

Kenya's U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification campaign came to a devastating end after a 5-0 defeat to Uganda in the CECAFA qualifiers. The...

Kenya’s AFCON dreams dim after loss to Tanzania
Rama Mohammed  |  Dec 18, 2024

Kenya’s U17 football team suffered a setback in their quest for AFCON qualification after losing 1-0 to Tanzania. They must now beat Uganda to stay in...

Kenya drawn against Somalia in U17 AFCON CECAFA qualifiers
Rama Mohammed  |  Nov 28, 2024

Kenya’s U17 national football team will face defending champions Somalia in the 2025 U17 AFCON CECAFA Qualifiers. The competition, set for 14-27 Decem...

England skipper praises Kenya’s debut at U17 Women’s World Cup
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 30, 2024

gland captain Laila Harbert recalls her team’s memorable clash with Kenya at the 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic, describing...

Kenya U17 ends World Cup campaign with a memorable win over Mexico
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 24, 2024

Kenya’s U17 women’s football team finished their World Cup debut on a high, securing a 2-1 victory against Mexico in their final group match. Despite...

Kenya U17 Women’s team eliminated from World Cup
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 21, 2024

Kenya's U17 women’s football team, the Junior Starlets, has been knocked out of the U17 World Cup in the Dominican Republic after defeats to England a...

Kenya targets comeback in crucial U17 World Cup match against North Korea
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 20, 2024

Kenya’s U-17 girls’ national team, the Junior Starlets, will look to bounce back in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup when they take on North Korea in a...

Brave effort by Kenya's U17 girls in World Cup debut against England
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 18, 2024

Kenya’s U17 women’s team made a spirited start to their FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup journey but fell 2-0 to England. Despite the result, head coac...

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