Kenyan long-distance runner Albert Korir slapped with five-year doping ban

Kenyan long-distance runner Albert Korir has been handed a five-year ban after admitting to using a prohibited performance-enhancing substance

By Robert Abongo 8 days ago

Penalty anguish as Harambee Stars fall to Estonia

Harambee Stars exited the FIFA Friendly Series in Kigali after a 1-1 draw with Estonia ended 5-4 to the Europeans in a tense penalty shootout at Amahoro Stadium on Friday night.

By Robert Abongo 11 days ago

Benni McCarthy: Harambee Stars did not have to play Senegal

Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy has opened up about the circumstances behind Harambee Stars’ humiliating 8-0 defeat to Senegal in November 2025

By Robert Abongo 14 days ago

Kenya selected to stage 2026 FIFA Women's Series matches in April

Kenya has been selected to host a number of FIFA Women’s Series matches after FIFA revised their schedule.

By Robert Abongo 14 days ago

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Like 1996, does Kenya risk losing Afcon hosting rights?

The country has 10 days left to raise Afcon 2027 money or risk losing Pamoja hosting rights. Kenya lost the rights to host the 1996 tournament, and there are fears that history is repeating itself.

By Robert Abongo 18 days ago

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Senegal vs Morocco: Inside CAF's injustices

African football is littered with incidents of premature whistles, ghost goals and refereeing performances that require, more often than not, police intervention.

By Robert Abongo 20 days ago

Motsepe defends CAF's AFCON justice system after Senegal-Morocco ruling

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has defended the independence of its judicial bodies after the 2025 AFCON final between Senegal and Morocco was controversially overturned.

By Robert Abongo 20 days ago

YouTube tops FIFA's World Cup strategy as official preferred platform

FIFA has announced YouTube as a preferred platform for the World Cup 2026, a move described as game-changing for fans, media partners, and creators.

By Robert Abongo 21 days ago

Concept behind tyre technology at Safari Rally

Widely regarded as one of the most extreme off-road events on the World Rally Championship calendar, the Safari Rally 2026 is living up to expectations. 

By Robert Abongo 23 days ago

Why rain is a driver's worst nightmare at the WRC 2026 Safari Rally

Rain turns the 2026 Safari Rally into a grueling challenge, testing drivers’ skills on Kenya’s toughest WRC stages.

By Robert Abongo 25 days ago

Concept behind new tyre technology shaping racing in Naivasha

This new tyre has been selected by 90 per cent of drivers from day one, having been engineered with an optimised compound that enhances low-temperature flexibility.

By Robert Abongo 24 days ago

Why rain is not blessing for drivers in Naivasha

Crews have been forced to adapt quickly as rainfall continues to affect sections around the rally route.

By Robert Abongo 26 days ago

WRC Safari Rally 2026: Neuville tops shakedown as drivers warn of brutal race

Thierry Neuville set the pace on Safari Rally Kenya’s new shakedown stage as heavy pre-event rain raised fears of an especially punishing third round of the 2026 World Rally Championship.

By Robert Abongo 27 days ago

Former Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat dead

Former Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat has died after suffering a heart attack at Istanbul Airport, his club in Lebanon Nejmeh SC, have confirmed.

By Robert Abongo 30 days ago

Sports Disputes Tribunal overturns FKF ruling on abandoned Gor-Naibois clash

SDT has overturned a decision by FKF to award Gor Mahia and Nairobi United one point each following their abandoned league match on December 21, 2025.

By Robert Abongo 1 month ago

Faith Kipyegon nominated for 2026 Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year Award

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon has been named a nominee for the 2026 Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year Award, recognising her stellar performances from 2025.

By Robert Abongo 1 month ago

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A decade at the helm: Gianni Infantino marks 10 years as Kenya features in FIFA's long-term plan

Today marks exactly 10 years since Gianni Infantino stepped into office as FIFA President. After a decade in office, the Swiss-Italian is more than hopeful about the future of Kenyan football.

By Robert Abongo 1 month ago

Harambee Stars winger Ochieng welcomes new contract with goal in win over Cadiz

Harambee Stars winger Job Ochieng continued his bright spell in Spain by firing Real Sociedad B to a 2-0 away victory over Cádiz CF in a La Liga 2 encounter

By Robert Abongo 1 month ago

Benni McCarthy's Harambee Stars set for FIFA Series 2026 in Kigali

Harambee Stars are set to participate in the FIFA Series 2026, with their Group A matches scheduled to take place in Kigali, Rwanda, during the March international window.

By Robert Abongo 1 month ago

Government, private sector seal partnership for WRC Safari Rally 2026

Government has announced a new partnership with the private sector ahead of the sixth edition of the WRC Safari Rally 2026, signalling a shift in the organisation

By Robert Abongo 1 month ago

AFCON 2027 will not be postponed or moved from Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania - Motsepe

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has moved to quell speculation surrounding hosting of the 2027 AFCON, confirming Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania remain the hosts

By Robert Abongo 1 month ago

Kakamega Homeboyz defender Silas Abungana dies after attack

Kakamega Homeboyz Football Club is mourning the death of defender Silas Abungana, who died just before midnight on Wednesday while receiving treatment

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

Ex-Gor Mahia winger Enock Wanyama joins Taiwan club Tatung FC

Former Gor Mahia and APS Bomet winger Enock Wanyama has joined Taiwan club Tatung FC.

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

Kenyan footballers secure overseas moves as January window records increased activity

Kenyan football continued to register growing international interest during the January 2026 transfer window, with several players completing moves abroad.

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

Kenyan youngster Jack Ong'anya signs for Cadiz CF in Spain

Kenyan football is adding another name to its growing list of exports after Jack Ong’anya sealed a move to Cádiz CF in Spain’s Segunda División

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

Nairobi United sign former highly-rated Kenya U-20 midfielder Kevin Wang'aya

Nairobi United have announced the signing of Kevin Wang’aya, a highly-rated midfielder and former Kenya National U-20 international, as they bolster their midfield engine room.

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

Harambee Stars defender Sichenje signs for Charlton Athletic

Charlton Athletic have bolstered their defensive options with the signing of Kenya international Collins Sichenje, who arrives from Serbian side FK Vojvodina for an undisclosed fee.

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

Kenya U20 youngster Zech Obiero joins English side Tranmere Rovers on loan

Kenya U20 midfielder Zech Obiero has completed a loan move to League Two club Tranmere Rovers from Leyton Orient for the remainder of the 2025/26 season.

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

Kipchoge to carry flag at Milano Cortina 2026 opening ceremony

Kenya’s legendary long-distance runner Eliud Kipchoge will return to the Olympic stage at Milano Cortina 2026, this time as a flag bearer for the opening ceremony.

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

Eto'o slapped with four-match ban, Sh2.5 million fine for misconduct at AFCON

Cameroon legend Samuel Eto’o has been handed a four-match suspension and fined $20,000 (Sh2.5 million) after being found guilty of misconduct by a CAF disciplinary panel.

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

WAFCON: Harambee Starlets drawn alongside Morocco, Algeria and Senegal

The Kenya women’s national football team, Harambee Starlets, have been drawn alongside hosts Morocco, Algeria and Senegal for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

AFC Leopards' Fred Ambani named SJAK Coach of the month for December

AFC Leopards boss Fred Ambani has been crowned Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK)/Betika Coach of the Month for December

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

CAF opens disciplinary investigations into AFCON 2025 quarter-finals misconduct

CAF has announced it has opened disciplinary investigations into several incidents that occurred during the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals in Morocco.

By Robert Abongo 2 months ago

Defending champions Ivory Coast overcome early shock to finish top of AFCON Group F

Ivory Coast produced a dramatic late comeback to finish top of Group F at the 2025 AFCON, coming from two goals down to beat Gabon 3-2 in Marrakesh

By Robert Abongo 3 months ago

Austine Odhiambo leaves Gor Mahia for Lebanese giants Nejmeh SC

Harambee Stars midfielder Austine Odhiambo has completed a move from Gor Mahia to Lebanese Premier League side Nejmeh SC.

By Robert Abongo 3 months ago

Gabon government suspends entire national team after winless AFCON exit, Aubameyang dismissed

The Gabonese government has taken drastic action following the national team’s disappointing AFCON campaign, announcing the immediate suspension of the Panthers

By Robert Abongo 3 months ago

Tanzania qualify for AFCON knockout stages for the first time in 45 years

Tanzania have made history by reaching the AFCON 2025 knockout stage for the first time after fighting back to secure a 1-1 draw with Tunisia in Rabat, ending a 45-year wait

By Robert Abongo 3 months ago

Diallo strikes again as Ivory Coast and Cameroon share spoils in AFCON classic

Man United winger Amad Diallo was again on the scoresheet as defending champions Ivory Coast were held to a 1-1 draw by rivals Cameroon in a pulsating AFCON Group F clash

By Robert Abongo 3 months ago

Boxing heavyweight Anthony Joshua hospitalised after fatal road crash in Nigeria

Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua was injured in a serious road traffic accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two people

By Robert Abongo 3 months ago

Egypt seal top spot in Group B after goalless draw with Angola

Egypt secured first place in Group B of the AFCON after a 0-0 draw against Angola in Agadir, a result that confirmed their passage into the knockout stage of the tournament.

By Robert Abongo 3 months ago