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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 Abong'o 1 month ago
Gabon government suspends entire national team after winless AFCON exit, Aubameyang dismissed
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 Abong'o 1 month ago
Austine Odhiambo leaves Gor Mahia for Lebanese giants Nejmeh SC
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 Abong'o 1 month ago
Defending champions Ivory Coast overcome early shock to finish top of AFCON Group F
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 Abong'o 1 month ago
Tanzania qualify for AFCON knockout stages for the first time in 45 years
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 Abong'o 1 month ago
Egypt seal top spot in Group B after goalless draw with Angola
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 Abong'o 1 month ago
Boxing heavyweight Anthony Joshua hospitalised after fatal road crash in Nigeria
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 Abong'o 1 month ago
Diallo strikes again as Ivory Coast and Cameroon share spoils in AFCON classic
Mahrez scores as Algeria book place in AFCON last 16 after 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso
Algeria have booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations last 16 after edging Burkina Faso 1-0 in a hard-fought Group E encounter
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Mahrez scores as Algeria book place in AFCON last 16 after 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso
Slice of late fortune sees Sudan stun Equatorial Guinea in AFCON
Sudan took a significant step towards the AFCON knockout stage after edging Equatorial Guinea 1-0 in Casablanca on Sunday, thanks to a slice of late fortune.
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Slice of late fortune sees Sudan stun Equatorial Guinea in AFCON
Mozambique beat Gabon 3-2 to end 39-year wait for first AFCON victory
Mozambique finally celebrated a long-awaited Africa Cup of Nations victory after edging Gabon 3-2 in a gripping Group F encounter in Agadir on Sunday.
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Mozambique beat Gabon 3-2 to end 39-year wait for first AFCON victory
Osimhen inspires Nigeria into AFCON knockouts after dramatic win over Tunisia
Victor Osimhen produced a commanding display as Nigeria became the second team to qualify for the AFCON 2025 knockout stage following a tense 3-2 victory over Tunisia
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Osimhen inspires Nigeria into AFCON knockouts after dramatic win over Tunisia
Okello's late penalty miss leaves Uganda and Tanzania locked in AFCON 2025 stalemate
Uganda were left to rue a painful missed opportunity after Allan Okello failed to convert a late penalty as the Cranes were held to a 1-1 draw by East African rivals Tanzania
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Okello's late penalty miss leaves Uganda and Tanzania locked in AFCON 2025 stalemate
Cameroon edge Gabon 1-0 as Eyong strike settles tight AFCON clash
Karl Etta Eyong struck inside six minutes to hand five-time champions Cameroon a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Gabon in an Africa Cup of Nations Group F encounter
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Cameroon edge Gabon 1-0 as Eyong strike settles tight AFCON clash
Diallo strike gets Ivory Coast title defence off to winning start
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored the decisive goal as Ivory Coast launched their Africa Cup of Nations title defence with a controlled 1-0 victory over Mozambique
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Diallo strike gets Ivory Coast title defence off to winning start
Salah's stoppage-time strike saves Egypt against Zimbabwe
Mohamed Salah struck deep into added time to rescue Egypt from an opening-day scare, as the seven-time AFCON champions edged Zimbabwe 2-1 in a dramatic Group B clash
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Salah's stoppage-time strike saves Egypt against Zimbabwe
Late Daka header rescues point for Chipolopolo against Mali
Patson Daka struck deep into injury time to spare Zambia's blushes, as the Chipolopolo held Mali to a 1-1 draw in their opening Group A match at the Africa Cup of Nations
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Late Daka header rescues point for Chipolopolo against Mali
Hosts Morocco thrash Comoros 2-0 in AFCON 2025 opening game
Goals from Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi were enough to see hosts Morocco begin their AFCON 2025 campaign on home soil with a 2-0 win over Comoros.
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Hosts Morocco thrash Comoros 2-0 in AFCON 2025 opening game
List of items banned from stadiums in Morocco during AFCON 2025
Morocco AFCON 2025 organisers have released the official list of items prohibited at all tournament stadiums
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
List of items banned from stadiums in Morocco during AFCON 2025
FIFA restores development funding for Kenyan football
FIFA has officially resumed development funding for the Football Kenya Federation, marking a significant step in Kenya's journey to meet global football governance standards.
By Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
FIFA restores development funding for Kenyan football
Harambee Starlets up seven spots to 133 in latest FIFA rankings
The Kenya women's national football team, Harambee Starlets, have risen seven positions in the latest FIFA rankings for women.
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
Harambee Starlets up seven spots to 133 in latest FIFA rankings
Bandari FC sack head coach Mohamed Borji
Bandari Football Club have parted ways with head coach Mohamed Borji and his assistant Tarik Bendamou.
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
Bandari FC sack head coach Mohamed Borji
AFC Leopards end Mashemeji Derby drought with 1-0 win over Gor Mahia
Ingwe finally tasted Mashemeji Derby success today after edging rivals K'Ogalo 1-0 in a tense encounter at Nyayo National Stadium.
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
AFC Leopards end Mashemeji Derby drought with 1-0 win over Gor Mahia
Mashemeji Derby: Vendors to pay Sh500 to access gates at Nyayo, parking set at Sh100
Nyayo Stadium will operate under tighter entry, parking, and vendor rules for the Mashemeji Derby between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards this Sunday.
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
Mashemeji Derby: Vendors to pay Sh500 to access gates at Nyayo, parking set at Sh100
Gor Mahia midfielder Morrison involved in car accident days to Mashemeji Derby
Gor Mahia midfielder Enock Morrison was involved in a car accident while en route to training this morning.
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
Gor Mahia midfielder Morrison involved in car accident days to Mashemeji Derby
Kenya's Wanyonyi wins 2025 World Athletics Male Track Athlete of the Year award
Emmanuel Wanyonyi has been named the 2025 World Athletics Male Track Athlete of the Year, as he becomes only the third Kenyan man to win the prestigious honour
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
Kenya's Wanyonyi wins 2025 World Athletics Male Track Athlete of the Year award
CAF Confederation Cup: Nairobi United suffer 1-0 loss to AS Maniema Union
Nairobi United's dream in the CAF Confederation Cup took a hit yesterday after suffering a tough 1-0 defeat to DR Congo's AS Maniema Union at Kasarani Stadium.
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
CAF Confederation Cup: Nairobi United suffer 1-0 loss to AS Maniema Union
FIFA, SFD ink Sh129 billion deal to support sports infrastructure in developing nations
The Saudi Fund for Development and FIFA have announced up to one billion dollars in concessional loans to build and upgrade sports stadiums worldwide.
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
FIFA, SFD ink Sh129 billion deal to support sports infrastructure in developing nations
Talanta Stadium will cost taxpayers Sh145b, Ndindi Nyoro claims
Talanta Stadium could impose a far heavier financial burden on Kenyans than first projected, according to claims by Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro.
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
Talanta Stadium will cost taxpayers Sh145b, Ndindi Nyoro claims
Former Harambee Stars coach Migne leads Haiti to World Cup despite never visiting the country
Sebastien Migne, a Frenchman who turns 52 this year, has been unable to visit Haiti since taking charge 18 months ago due to ongoing security concerns
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
Former Harambee Stars coach Migne leads Haiti to World Cup despite never visiting the country
FKF President Mohammed apologises for Harambee Stars 8-0 mauling by Senegal
FKF President Hussein Mohammed has issued a public apology to Kenyan fans following Harambee Stars' overwhelming 8-0 defeat to Senegal in last night's international friendly
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
FKF President Mohammed apologises for Harambee Stars 8-0 mauling by Senegal
DR Congo beat Nigeria to keep 2026 World Cup hopes alive
Democratic Republic of Congo ended Nigeria's hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup with a penalty shootout victory in the African play-offs final on Sunday.
By Robert Abong'o, AFP, Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
DR Congo beat Nigeria to keep 2026 World Cup hopes alive
FIFA steps up online abuse crackdown
FIFA has stepped up its battle against online abuse, unveiling expanded actions and strict measures designed to safeguard players, officials, and football communities
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
FIFA steps up online abuse crackdown
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McCarthy: For I know the plans I have for you...plans to give a future
Since Benni McCarthy's appointment as Harambee Stars head coach, he has wasted no time in making one thing clear: if you are good enough, you are old enough.
By Robert Abong'o 2 months ago
McCarthy: For I know the plans I have for you...plans to give a future
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Aldrine Kibet: Celta Vigo youngster living the dream
"My goal was to be in the national team by 2027, ready for the AFCON, but now it has come even earlier. First thing I want to do is to make my debut and score goals..."
By Robert Abong'o 3 months ago
Aldrine Kibet: Celta Vigo youngster living the dream
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'I just want to make it': Gor Mahia's Bryton Onyona eyes Harambee Stars debut
You've probably heard the commentator mention this name if you happen to follow Kenya's local football scene. If you haven't, you'll probably get the hang of it in the future.
By Robert Abong'o 3 months ago
'I just want to make it': Gor Mahia's Bryton Onyona eyes Harambee Stars debut
CAF and PUMA unveil the ITRI, official AFCON 2025 match ball
CAF and PUMA have introduced the Official Match Ball for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025.
By Robert Abong'o 3 months ago
CAF and PUMA unveil the ITRI, official AFCON 2025 match ball
FIFA unites players' unions in Rabat to boost welfare and governance
Representatives from about 30 players' unions participated, continuing the momentum from constructive dialogue in July in New York
By Robert Abong'o 3 months ago
FIFA unites players' unions in Rabat to boost welfare and governance
Senegal name star-studded squad for November friendly with Harambee Stars
Notable inclusions include captain and talisman Sadio Mane of Al-Nassr, and premier defenders Kalidou Koulibaly and Edouard Mendy between the posts
By Robert Abong'o 3 months ago
Senegal name star-studded squad for November friendly with Harambee Stars
Harambee Starlets tactician Odemba crowned October Coach of the Month
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has been honoured as the Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK) and Betika Coach of the Month for October 2025.
By Robert Abong'o 3 months ago
Harambee Starlets tactician Odemba crowned October Coach of the Month
Harambee Stars to face Senegal in Turkey international friendly
Harambee Stars will square off against Senegal in an international friendly set to be played at the Mardan Sports Complex in Antalya, Turkey, on November 18.
By Robert Abong'o 3 months ago
Harambee Stars to face Senegal in Turkey international friendly
Government targets TVET to enhance youth skills
Education
By Mike Kihaki
49 mins ago
Shujaa hit Uruguay to pick fourth Nairobi Sevens win
Sports
By Washington Onyango
1 hr ago
Kenya Lionesses fight but fall 5-0 to Argentina
Rugby
By Washington Onyango
2 hrs ago
Outrage as Russian man secretly records, shares private videos of Kenyan women
Entertainment
By Molly Chebet and Jael Wakesho
2 hrs ago