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Coverage of Kenyan football, domestic leagues, clubs, transfers, players and the stories shaping the local game.

Official Dates Confirmed for 2026/27 SportPesa League Kick-Off After Court Clearance
KenyaSep 15, 2026

Official Dates Confirmed for 2026/27 SportPesa League Kick-Off After Court Clearance

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has officially scheduled the 2026/27 SportPesa League season opener for September 19, 2026, following a decisive Murang'a High Court ruling.

Gor Mahia Face Tusker in FKF Super Cup Clash Ahead of SportPesa League Campaign
KenyaAug 23, 2026

Gor Mahia Face Tusker in FKF Super Cup Clash Ahead of SportPesa League Campaign

Gor Mahia and Tusker FC battle for the FKF Super Cup as Kenya’s top clubs prepare for the new SportPesa League season.

Should FKF Officials Own Clubs in the Same League They Govern?
FootballJul 4, 2026

Should FKF Officials Own Clubs in the Same League They Govern?

Club ownership by football officials may not be illegal, but it raises serious questions about conflict of interest, fairness, and financial transparency in Kenyan football.

AFC Leopards Receive KSh 35 Million Boost from President Ruto to Revive Title Ambitions
FootballJul 18, 2026

AFC Leopards Receive KSh 35 Million Boost from President Ruto to Revive Title Ambitions

AFC Leopards have received a KSh 35 million financial boost from President William Ruto, providing the club with renewed hope as it strengthens its squad and pursues FKF Premier League success.

Kenya’s Rising Stars Touch Down in Tanzania for High-Stakes AFCON U20 CECAFA Qualifiers
KenyaSep 15, 2026

Kenya’s Rising Stars Touch Down in Tanzania for High-Stakes AFCON U20 CECAFA Qualifiers

Kenya’s National U20 men's team, the Rising Stars, have officially landed in Dar es Salaam ahead of their opening Group C fixtures at Uhuru Stadium.

Kenya’s top coaches sharpen skills at CAF A refresher in Nairobi
Coaching & DevelopmentAug 19, 2026

Kenya’s top coaches sharpen skills at CAF A refresher in Nairobi

Leading Kenyan coaches have gathered in Nairobi for a five-day CAF A Licence refresher course aimed at updating technical knowledge and maintaining continental coaching standards.

Job Ochieng Turns from Hero to Villain as He Gives Away Penalty in Real Sociedad’s Big Loss
KenyaSep 15, 2026

Job Ochieng Turns from Hero to Villain as He Gives Away Penalty in Real Sociedad’s Big Loss

Kenyan international Job Ochieng went from hero to villain, saving an initial penalty before conceding another as Real Sociedad suffered a heavy defeat.

MPs pass bill to criminalise match-fixing in major boost for Kenyan football
Governance & IntegrityAug 19, 2026

MPs pass bill to criminalise match-fixing in major boost for Kenyan football

Kenya’s National Assembly has passed the Sports (Amendment) Bill, 2026, proposing fines and jail terms for match manipulation as the country strengthens sporting integrity.

Makarios III Riruta Celebrate Former Players’ Big Moves to Kenya Premier League Clubs
KenyaAug 20, 2026

Makarios III Riruta Celebrate Former Players’ Big Moves to Kenya Premier League Clubs

Makarios III Riruta celebrates former players Mark Kithome and Disse Kisaka after securing moves to Nairobi United FC and Tusker FC, highlighting the club’s role in developing talent for Kenyan football.

Harambee Stars Blow as Collins Sichenje Suffers Long-Term Injury Setback
KenyaAug 29, 2026

Harambee Stars Blow as Collins Sichenje Suffers Long-Term Injury Setback

Kenyan defender Collins Sichenje is expected to miss a significant period after suffering a serious knee injury while playing for Charlton Athletic against Tottenham Hotspur in the Carabao Cup.

What Awaits Gor Mahia in CAF Champions League Return?
KenyaJul 4, 2026

What Awaits Gor Mahia in CAF Champions League Return?

Gor Mahia return to continental football after winning the FKF Premier League, but the CAF Champions League will test their squad depth, finances, and ambition.

Kenya Legend Taiwo Atieno Announces Shock Return to Professional Football at 41
KenyaSep 22, 2026

Kenya Legend Taiwo Atieno Announces Shock Return to Professional Football at 41

Former Harambee Stars forward Taiwo Atieno has stunned the football world by announcing his return to professional play at age 41, eyeing a final historic chapter in club football.

FKF Court Cases Timeline: When Will the Kenyan Premier League Kick Off?
KenyaSep 7, 2026

FKF Court Cases Timeline: When Will the Kenyan Premier League Kick Off?

A breakdown of the critical September 2026 court dates delaying the Football Kenya Federation leagues and how the 2019 rules might save the season.

Gor Mahia Players
KenyaMay 29, 2026

Gor Mahia Crowned 2025/26 FKF Premier League Champions After AFC Leopards Defeat

Gor Mahia secured their historic 22nd FKF Premier League title after AFC Leopards lost 2-1 to APS Bomet. K’Ogalo are also set to receive a record KSh15 million prize money.

Nick Mwendwa Reveals Kariobangi Sharks Costs Ksh50 Million Every Year
FootballJul 4, 2026

Nick Mwendwa Reveals Kariobangi Sharks Costs Ksh50 Million Every Year

Former FKF president Nick Mwendwa says Kariobangi Sharks costs about Ksh50 million annually, highlighting the financial challenge of running a Kenyan Premier League club.

Harambee Starlets exit WAFCON 2026 winless as Cameroon claim maiden title
FootballAug 19, 2026

Harambee Starlets exit WAFCON 2026 winless as Cameroon claim maiden title

Kenya ended WAFCON 2026 without a point after defeats to Morocco, Senegal and Algeria, while Cameroon went on to claim their first continental title.

No More Experiments: Why Benni McCarthy’s Hardline Stance is Exactly What Harambee Stars Need
KenyaMay 30, 2026

No More Experiments: Why Benni McCarthy’s Hardline Stance is Exactly What Harambee Stars Need

Benni McCarthy draws a hard line on Harambee Stars call-ups, vowing to build a ruthlessly consistent core ahead of AFCON 2027. Here's why he's right.