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CECAFA names 12 teams for 2025 Kagame Cup in Tanzania
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 22, 2025

CECAFA has positioned the Kagame Cup as a vital build-up for clubs heading into the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup later in the season.

Nyayo and Ulinzi set to stage Women’s Champions League qualifiers in September
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 22, 2025

Kenya earned the hosting rights after a successful bid by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), bringing the regional competition back to the country f...

Harambee Stars fired up ahead of crucial showdown with Madagascar
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 21, 2025

Kenya heads into the tie unbeaten, having topped Group A with three wins and one draw, while Madagascar secured second place in Group B after late res...

From 'sold-out' to 'bots', CHAN 2024 ticketing chaos sparks fan frustration
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 20, 2025

For many, the frustrations are about more than just missing matches they reflect a deeper worry about Kenya’s ability to handle bigger tournaments.

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...

CAF slaps Kenya, Tanzania with hefty fines for breaches during CHAN matches
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 07, 2025

The breaches took place during Kenya’s opening Group A match against DR Congo at Kasarani Stadium, a game that drew massive crowds and marked a histor...

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.

Kenya to host 2025 CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA qualifiers
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 06, 2025

The winner of the tournament will represent the CECAFA region at the CAF Women’s Champions League 2025.

Former Harambee Stars captain Dennis Oliech appointed 2024 CHAN brand ambassador
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 01, 2025

Dennis Oliech’s new role is aimed at enhancing fan engagement and boosting national morale as Kenya prepares to co-host its first CHAN tournament.

Harambee Stars withdraws from CECAFA tournament over poor conditions
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 21, 2025

FKF confirmed that the team will return to Kenya immediately to resume preparations for the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, which K...

Congo Brazzaville joins CECAFA Four Nations Tournament as Sudan withdraws
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 16, 2025

With the new development, the tournament will now feature Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Congo Brazzaville, with the guest side stepping in to ensure th...

Harambee Stars to test waters in CECAFA Four Nations Cup ahead of CHAN 2024
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 03, 2025

Harambee Stars will compete in the CECAFA Four Nations Cup from July 24–27 in Arusha, Tanzania, as part of their build-up to the 2024 African Nations...

Harambee Starlets fall to Tanzania in CECAFA final
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 21, 2025

Harambee Starlets fell 1-0 to Tanzania in the 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship final on Saturday, with an own goal by Enez Mango handing the ho...

Harambee Starlets face Tanzania in CECAFA final showdown
Rama Mohammed  |  Jun 21, 2025

Harambee Starlets will take on hosts Tanzania in the final of the 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Challenge Cup on Saturday. Both teams are unbeaten and ha...

Harambee Starlets sweep aside South Sudan to stay perfect at CECAFA
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 19, 2025

Harambee Starlets cruised to a 4-0 victory over South Sudan on Wednesday evening, maintaining their perfect record at the CECAFA Women’s Championship...

Harambee Starlets eye another big win against struggling South Sudan
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 19, 2025

Harambee Starlets will be out to extend their winning run at the CECAFA Women’s Championship when they take on South Sudan this afternoon in Dar es Sa...

Harambee starlets can conquer the world with the right support - Assistant Coach Oduor
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 18, 2025

Harambee Starlets assistant coach Godfrey Oduor believes Kenya has what it takes to reach the global stage in women’s football if given the right supp...

CECAFA showdown: Harambee Starlets eyeing glory as they gear to face Uganda's Crested Cranes
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 17, 2025

Before the Starlets take to the field, Group B action will begin with hosts Tanzania facing off against Burundi in a 4:00 PM kick-off.

Harambee Starlets sink Burundi to open CECAFA title hunt in style
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 15, 2025

Harambee Starlets kicked off their 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship campaign with a clinical 3-0 win over Burundi in Dar es Salaam, setting the...

Coach Beldine Odemba names 23-player Harambee Starlets squad for 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 10, 2025

The regional tournament will serve as a crucial warm-up ahead of Kenya’s final round qualifier for the 2026 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) aga...

Harambee Starlets set for CECAFA opener against Burundi
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 05, 2025

Harambee Starlets will begin their CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship campaign on June 14 against Burundi in Tanzania. The tournament will also serve...

Harambee Starlets set to compete in 2025 CECAFA Women’s Championship in Tanzania
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 04, 2025

Kenya will compete in the 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship in Tanzania, with the Harambee Starlets among five teams confirmed for the regional...

Ouma wears No. 14 with pride as he channels idol Olunga at U20 AFCON
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 04, 2025

On Thursday, Okoth, 19, made a grand debut on the continental stage by scoring Kenya's first goal in their U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group B o...

COSAFA and CECAFA unite to support Kamanga and Waberi's FIFA Council candidatures
Erick Kariuki  |  Feb 04, 2025

COSAFA and CECAFA have joined forces to back each other’s candidates for a seat on the FIFA Council, signalling a united front in African football gov...

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...

Rising Stars honoured by Sports Ministry after qualifying for 2025 U20 AFCON
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 22, 2024

The U-20 national football team was hosted by Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, who rewarded the Rising Stars for their display in the just...

Tanzania overcomes early deficit to beat Kenya in CECAFA U20 final
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 20, 2024

Tanzania came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Kenya’s Rising Stars in the AFCON U20 CECAFA region qualifiers final on Sunday afternoon

AFCON U20: Kenya, Tanzania clash again in CECAFA Zonal qualifiers final
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 20, 2024

Kenya is set to face hosts Tanzania in the final of the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) CECAFA qualifiers at the KMC Stadium in Dar es Salaam....

Rising Stars qualify for 2025 AFCON with dominant win over Burundi
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 18, 2024

Kenya’s national U20 football team, the Rising Stars, has earned a place in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals after defeating Burundi 4-0 in the C...

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