CECAFA Stories

24 referees selected for U-17 AFCON zonal qualifiers in Ethiopia
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 13, 2025

Ali Ahmed, CECAFA’s Head of Refereeing, said the officials were carefully chosen from across the region following a thorough selection and preparation...

Kenya’s Junior Stars set for tough competition as Uganda hosts U17 CECAFA qualifiers
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 10, 2025

Uganda steps in to host the U17 CECAFA Qualifiers, with Kenya’s Junior Stars drawn in a tough Group A alongside Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, and Rw...

Coach Muluya names final squad for U-17 AFCON CECAFA qualifiers in Ethiopia
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 08, 2025

The team is scheduled to depart for Ethiopia on Monday, where they will finalise preparations ahead of their tournament opener.

CAF expands WAFCON to 16 teams ahead of 2026 Morocco edition
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 05, 2025

The expanded format will debut in the 2026 edition, scheduled to take place in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, 2026.

Nairobi United drawn with Wydad Casablanca in historic CAF Confederation Cup group stage
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 03, 2025

Nairobi United become the first Kenyan club to reach the CAF Confederation Cup group stage, drawn alongside Wydad Casablanca, Azam FC, and AS Maniema...

Historic penalty shootout sends Nairobi United to CAF Confederation Cup group stage
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 26, 2025

The newly promoted FKF Premier League side defeated Tunisian giants Étoile Sportive du Sahel 7–6 on penalties, following a 2–2 aggregate draw.

Nairobi United eye historic CAF Confederation Cup group stage berth ahead of clash with Étoile du Sahel
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 26, 2025

The Kenyan debutants carry a 2–0 advantage from the first leg played behind closed doors at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi.

Sudan’s major football clubs to join Rwanda Premier League due to ongoing conflict
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 25, 2025

In a statement, FERWAFA said the move underscores its dedication to promoting unity and regional integration through sport.

Kenya Police FC bow out of CAF Champions League after 4–1 aggregate loss to Al Hilal
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 24, 2025

With continental ambitions now dashed, the Kenya Police will shift their focus back to domestic duty as they aim to defend their now named SportPesa P...

Kenyan quartet selected to officiate at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 23, 2025

The quartet will assemble in Cairo next month for a CAF pre-tournament preparation course, where officials will undergo intensive training on match ma...

Salah, Osimhen lead shortlist for 2025 CAF Men's Player of the Year Award
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 22, 2025

The awards celebrate Africa's best performers between January 6 and October 15, 2025, acknowledging footballers who have made significant contribution...

Nairobi United sink Étoile du Sahel 2–0 in CAF Confederation Cup first leg
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 19, 2025

The 2–0 victory puts Nairobi United in firm control ahead of the return leg in Tunisia, needing only to avoid a heavy defeat to advance to the CAF Con...

Nairobi United–Étoile du Sahel CAF match to be played behind closed doors
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 18, 2025

Following consultations between the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), it was decided that the match wou...

Kenya Police FC fall to Al Hilal in CAF Champions League first-leg clash at Ulinzi
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 17, 2025

The match, played behind closed doors at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, saw the visitors take control early on and secure a crucial away win courtesy of A...

Staff allege mismanagement, favouritism at CAF under Mosengo-Omba
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 14, 2025

Confederation of African Football's Audit and Compliance Committee later said Mosengo-Omba attempted to influence the investigation to downplay its fi...

Visa users get first pick as AFCON 2025 ticket sales kick off in Morocco
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 13, 2025

The 2025 tournament is expected to attract thousands of fans from across Africa and beyond.

No plans to relocate 2025 AFCON, CAF assures despite Morocco protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 07, 2025

Motsepe made the remarks amid protests organised by the youth-led GenZ 212 collective, which has staged demonstrations in more than a dozen cities cal...

Kenya Police FC advance in CAF Champions League despite 2-0 loss to Mogadishu City Club
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 28, 2025

The law enforcers had taken a 3-1 advantage from the first leg in Nairobi, but Mogadishu’s spirited home performance levelled the tie 3-3 on aggregate...

Nairobi United advance to CAF Confederation Cup second round on away goals
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 27, 2025

Nairobi United will now face either South Sudan’s Madani or Tunisian giants Etoile du Sahel in the next round.

What the law says about charging minors in Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 27, 2025

Children aged 12 to 13 are presumed incapable unless it is proven that they understood the nature and wrongfulness of their actions.

Court declines to release Somali teens accused of desecrating Kenyan flag pending inquiry
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 26, 2025

The minors, who also face charges of being in Kenya illegally, damaging a national symbol, and causing disturbance, did not take a plea.

Two Mogadishu City Club fans caught desecrating Kenyan flag arrested
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 25, 2025

The suspect, identified as Ibrahim Haidar Yusuf, was among two individuals caught on camera desecrating the flag in an incident that has sparked natio...

Somalia’s envoy condemns Mogadishu City Club fans for disrespecting Kenyan flag at CAF clash
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Sep 24, 2025

Though the incident cast a shadow over an otherwise competitive first-leg encounter, officials from both countries emphasised the need to refocus on t...

Coach Beldine Odemba parts ways with Kenya Police Bullets
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 24, 2025

Beldine Odemba leaves Police Bullets with her legacy firmly intact, a modern coach who delivered titles, instilled consistency, and brought flair to t...

Mogadishu City Club apologises over desecration of Kenyan flag, backs action against those involved
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 24, 2025

The two sides are set to meet again in the return leg this Sunday, also at Nyayo National Stadium, with all eyes now on both the pitch and the terrace...

Mogadishu FC fans under fire for disrespecting Kenyan flag during match against Kenya Police FC
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Sep 23, 2025

In one case, a youth, believed to be a Mogadishu City Club fan, placed the flag on a chair and stepped on it repeatedly while being recorded.

Morocco expands e-visa system for eight African nations ahead of AFCON 2025
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 22, 2025

Authorities say the move is aimed at streamlining entry procedures, strengthening security, and managing the expected influx of fans and visitors duri...

Kenya Police beat Mogadishu City 3-1 to take lead in CAF Champions League
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 20, 2025

With a second leg on home turf still to come, the Kenya Police look well placed to progress to the next round and set up a mouthwatering clash against...

Kenya Police Bullets’ unbeaten run ends as JKT Queens advance to CECAFA women’s final
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 14, 2025

The loss ended Police Bullets’ unbeaten run in the qualifiers and sent JKT Queens into the final, where they will face Rwanda’s Rayons, who earlier ed...

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