Harambee Stars Stories

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...

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.

Kuja na mbogi!: Ruto urges fans to rally behind Harambee Stars as CHAN hits feverpitch
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 02, 2025

Speaking from inside the pitch at Kasarani Stadium, Ruto shared a selfie video urging fans to be part of what he described as the continent’s biggest...

Ruto’s visit has brought calm, focus and motivation to Harambee Stars - coach McCarthy
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 02, 2025

Coach McCarthy described the president’s presence as a calming force and a source of great pride for the players following the head of state’s pledge...

FKF honours former footballers and their families with free passes to CHAN games
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 02, 2025

FKF President Hussein Mohammed announced that the legends will be given accreditation to allow seamless entry into match venues, along with preferenti...

President Ruto pledges Sh600 million cash prize for Harambee Stars if they win CHAN 2024
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 02, 2025

During a surprise visit to the team’s residential camp in Kasarani, President Ruto pledged a substantial incentive package designed to fuel Kenya’s pu...

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 make late changes ahead of CHAN 2024 kick-off
Rama Mohammed  |  Jul 30, 2025

Kenya’s Harambee Stars have made three late changes to their squad for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), replacing injured and ineligible...

Eastleigh coaches back Harambee Stars ahead of CHAN 2024 opener
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 30, 2025

With the 2024 CHAN tournament just days away, grassroots coaches in Eastleigh are voicing strong support for Harambee Stars and see the competition as...

Harambee Stars suffer CHAN blow as Mohammed Bajaber joins Tanzania’s Simba SC
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 28, 2025

Bajaber is set to leave the national team camp to join Simba’s pre-season tour in Egypt after signing a two-year deal with the Tanzanian record champi...

Tickets sell out for Kenya’s CHAN 2024 opener against DR Congo
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 28, 2025

Regular tickets were priced at Sh200, VIP at Sh500, and VVIP at Sh1,000.

MPs demand early crowd control plans as Kenya gears up to co-host CHAN 2024
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 27, 2025

Committee Chairperson Dan Wanyama said organisers must avoid last-minute confusion by ensuring fans are allowed into stadiums well in advance of match...

All you need to know about the final 25 players to represent Kenya at CHAN 2024
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 24, 2025

Benni McCarthy has named his final 25-man Harambee Stars squad for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), as Kenya gears up to host DR Congo in...

Benni McCarthy names final Harambee Stars squad for CHAN 2024
Rama Mohammed  |  Jul 23, 2025

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has named his final 25-man squad for the upcoming 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), with Kenya set to...

Benni McCarthy blames poor facilities for CECAFA withdrawal
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 23, 2025

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has blamed substandard facilities for Kenya’s dramatic withdrawal from the CECAFA Four Nations Tournament, wh...

Kenya declares CHAN 2024 readiness as Mvurya outlines infrastructure, fan access, and athlete support plans
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 23, 2025

With just ten days to the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya says Kenya is ready to co-host the tournamen...

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...

CHAN 2024: Harambee Stars face Group of Death test
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 17, 2025

Kenya’s Harambee Stars face a tough road at the 2024 African Nations Championship, having been drawn in a challenging group featuring Morocco, DR Cong...

Ruto visits Harambee Stars ahead of the historic CHAN tournament
Amina Wako  |  Jul 16, 2025

Emphasising the weight of the responsibility on the players’ shoulders, Ruto reminded Harambee Stars that they embody the collective aspirations of a...

McCarthy rings changes as Harambee Stars step up CHAN 2024 preparations
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 16, 2025

Benni McCarthy has reshuffled his CHAN 2024 squad after a lukewarm friendly showing, with Kenya also losing striker Emmanuel Osoro who has signed for...

Bajaber embraces the moment as Kenya gears up for CHAN
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 10, 2025

As Kenya prepares to host its first-ever CHAN tournament, winger Mohammed Bajaber remains calm under rising expectations. In an exclusive interview, t...

Harambee Stars officially begin CHAN preparations
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 10, 2025

Harambee Stars have officially entered camp ahead of CHAN 2024, with FKF President Hussein Mohammed defending the selection process and government lea...

Kenya confident ahead of CHAN 2024 kickoff
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 09, 2025

With CHAN 2024 just weeks away, Kenya has declared full readiness to co-host the landmark tournament alongside Uganda and Tanzania, marking a signific...

Michael Olunga joins Al Arabi SC on two-year deal
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 05, 2025

Kenyan striker and Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga has signed a two-year deal with Qatari side Al Arabi SC, ending his successful three-year sti...

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...

Kenya names provisional squad for CHAN 2024
Erick Kariuki  |  Jul 02, 2025

Kenya has named a 30-man provisional squad for CHAN 2025, featuring a mix of local league talent as the Harambee Stars prepare to kick off their campa...

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