Harambee Stars,Kasarani Stadium Stories

Ogam, Omija, coach McCarthy praise team spirit after Harambee Stars 1-0 win over Morocco
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 10, 2025

Coach Benni McCarthy explained the significant squad rotation from the Angola game, saying it was driven by player fatigue.

Armed bandits kill 13 security personnel in northwest Nigeria’s Zamfara State
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 10, 2025

The assault took place late Friday in Adabka village, Bukkuyum district, when bandits staged a large-scale raid and abducted several residents.

CHAN 2024: 10-man Harambee Stars stun Morocco 1-0 in thrilling Group A clash at Kasarani Stadium
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 10, 2025

In the end, Harambee Stars held on to secure all three points in front of a packed Kasarani crowd—a victory that strengthened their position as Group...

McCarthy targets strong start as Harambee Stars eye knockout spot against Morocco
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 09, 2025

Kenya heads into the fixture with four points from two matches, knowing that even a draw will secure them a place in the knockout stages of the 2024 A...

MSME census set to provide fresh data for targeted support, says Oparanya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 10, 2025

Oparanya explained that the last MSME census was conducted in 2016 and stressed the urgent need for updated information to guide government interventi...

Guinea-Bissau president to run as an independent candidate in November election
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 09, 2025

The move comes amid ongoing unrest sparked by his decision to postpone the vote, which has drawn criticism for extending his stay in power beyond the...

High Court frees Cop Shakur, ex-KDF soldier Patrick Osoi on bail in terrorism case
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 09, 2025

The two, linked to the Fighting Brutality and Impunity (FBI) group, were released alongside police constable Hiram Kimathi after a defence led by Emba...

12 matches played, 15 goals scored and two red cards issued as CHAN hits crunch time
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 08, 2025

Despite being considered underdogs in Group A, Kenya currently tops the table with four points from two matches.

Daniel Sakari finds his footing as Harambee Stars battle to crucial draw with Angola
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 08, 2025

Speaking after the game, full-back Daniel Sakari, who was involved in the build-up to the winning goal against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),...

10-man Harambee Stars battle to a 1-1 draw in CHAN thriller
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 07, 2025

As full time approached, Angola thought they had snatched victory with a diving header deep into stoppage time. However, the goal was ruled out by VAR...

Ex-CJ Maraga slams government over e-Citizen scandal, says public funds were looted with impunity
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 07, 2025

Maraga demanded that the government publicly reveal all local and foreign bank accounts used to siphon money through eCitizen and ensure that the acco...

UAE bars Sudanese aircraft from landing at its airports
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 07, 2025

The Sudanese aviation regulator said it was working with airlines to rebook affected passengers travelling between the two countries, as the abrupt ha...

Kenya relishes underdog status ahead of Angola CHAN showdown
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 06, 2025

With limited time for physical training, McCarthy revealed that the team has leaned heavily on video analysis to prepare for Angola, focusing their fi...

Oparanya faults counties for SACCO liquidity crisis, says non-remittance crippling operations
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 06, 2025

CS Wycliffe Oparanya said county administrations have withheld millions of shillings deducted from Sacco members, especially medical staff, plunging s...

Tickets for Kenya's matches against Angola, Morocco sold out
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 06, 2025

Tickets for Harambee Stars' final group-stage match against Zambia, set for August 17, go on sale today, Wednesday, via the CAF ticketing portal.

For Harambee Stars Sh600 million CHAN pledge, Ruto to pay Sh530 million out of pocket - PS Mwangi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

Mwangi said on Tuesday that the Sh70 million annual budget under the Sports Ministry’s reward scheme will cover a portion of the bonus, with Ruto pers...

Sudan’s rebel force has declared a parallel government: What this means for the war
The Conversation  |  Aug 05, 2025

The Rapid Support Forces, originally formed from the Janjaweed militias in 2000s Darfur, later became a powerful state-backed paramilitary group that...

KeNHA opens Sh7 billion tender to rebuild deadly Nithi bridge, realign Makutano–Embu–Meru road
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 05, 2025

In a notice issued on Tuesday, KeNHA announced that the tender includes realigning the Makutano–Embu–Meru (A9) road to eliminate long-standing blacksp...

Are political protests grounds to cancel pension? What the law says about Maraga’s case
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Aug 06, 2025

According to constitutional lawyer Gibson Gisore, retirement benefits - including pensions - are safeguarded by the Constitution and relevant laws, ma...

World Court just ruled countries can be held liable for climate change damage – What does that mean for US?
The Conversation  |  Aug 04, 2025

The ICJ’s advisory opinion marks a turning point in global climate accountability, giving vulnerable countries a stronger legal foundation to assert t...

Namibia’s president calls for reparative justice to address historical injustices against African women
XINHUA  |  Aug 04, 2025

Speaking during the 63rd Pan-African Women's Day celebrations in Windhoek, Nandi-Ndaitwah stressed that such frameworks are essential to confronting t...

Worsening drought, conflict push millions in Ethiopia into acute food insecurity, FEWS NET warns
Addis Standard  |  Aug 04, 2025

Although earlier projections had anticipated modest improvements in food security following the 2024 meher harvest, millions of people—especially in T...

CHAN 2024: Kenya and Tanzania chase glory, history and millions in presidential bonuses
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 04, 2025

With both East African teams off to strong starts and fuelled by the promise of handsome rewards, CHAN 2024 is quickly shaping into a high-stakes purs...

Education agencies appeal to MPs over delayed merger, say move hampering recruitment, policy rollout
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 04, 2025

Affected institutions including the (UF), Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA), and the Commission for University Educati...

New Bill to block political loyalists from parastatal boards
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 04, 2025

The Government-Owned Entities (GOE) Bill, 2025, currently before Parliament, seeks to introduce a merit-based selection process for board appointments...

Hajj pilgrims warned against using unauthorised agents to avoid fraud
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 04, 2025

They emphasised that the council is the only legally mandated institution to coordinate the pilgrimage, adding that individuals or agencies operating...

Why I played Manzur in defensive midfield – McCarthy explains tactical decision after beating DR Congo
Amina Wako  |  Aug 03, 2025

Speaking after the historic victory at a packed Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, McCarthy revealed his surprise choice to deploy centre-back...

Kenyan leaders unite in praise as Harambee Stars make CHAN history against DR Congo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 03, 2025

The electrifying atmosphere at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, reached its peak when midfielder Austin Odhiambo netted the only goal of the...

Benni McCarthy praises Harambee Stars after historic CHAN win over DR Congo
Amina Wako  |  Aug 03, 2025

McCarthy singled out Austine Odhiambo for special praise, commending the midfielder for his poise under pressure.

Harambee Stars beats DR Congo in historic CHAN 2024 debut at packed Kasarani Stadium
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 03, 2025

The hosts secured a historic first-ever CHAN win, becoming just the third debutant nation to claim victory in their opening fixture of the tournament.

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