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Kibiwott Kandie provisionally suspended for breaking anti-doping rules

Kenya runner Kibiwott Kandie has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) due to a violation of anti-doping regulations.

Kibiwott Kandie provisionally suspended for breaking anti-doping rules

Benni McCarthy takes over first Harambee Stars training session

Benni McCarthy takes over first Harambee Stars training session

The penalty rule in football: Why Julian Alvarez's kick vs Real Madrid was disallowed

The penalty rule in football: Why Julian Alvarez's kick vs Real Madrid was disallowed

CAF President Patrice Motsepe re-elected unopposed

CAF President Patrice Motsepe re-elected unopposed

Benni McCarthy names Harambee Stars provisional squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has announced a provisional lineup in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Gabon and Gambia.

Benni McCarthy names Harambee Stars provisional squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

AFC Leopards task force proposes mixed ownership model for club's future

AFC Leopards, Kenya’s oldest football club, is on the verge of a historic transformation following the release of a much-anticipated Corporate Task Force report.

AFC Leopards task force proposes mixed ownership model for club's future

Kenyan football welcomes Benni McCarthy as new head coach

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has officially named Benni McCarthy as the new head coach of the national team.

Kenyan football welcomes Benni McCarthy as new head coach

Benni McCarthy set for KICC unveiling as new Harambee Stars coach

Former Man United first-team coach Benni McCarthy is poised to be introduced as the new head coach of Kenya’s national football team, the Harambee Stars, on Monday, March 3, 2025.

Benni McCarthy set for KICC unveiling as new Harambee Stars coach

Who is Benni McCarthy?

Benni McCarthy is known for his charismatic personality and his passion for football. He is a respected figure in South African sport and is seen as a role model for aspiring footballers.

Who is Benni McCarthy?

Lionel Messi fined for grabbing opposition coach's neck

Lionel Messi has received a fine from Major League Soccer (MLS) for an incident involving the neck of an opposing coach.

Lionel Messi fined for grabbing opposition coach's neck

Harambee Starlets beat Tunisia to reach final round of WAFCON qualifiers

Kenya's Harambee Starlets have secured their place in the next round of the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers by narrowly defeating Tunisia 1-0.

Harambee Starlets beat Tunisia to reach final round of WAFCON qualifiers

Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of racism after derby draw against Fenerbahce

Galatasaray to pursue legal action against Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho over alleged racist remarks following Istanbul derby.

Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of racism after derby draw against Fenerbahce

FIFA launches talent academy in Mauritania

The presidents of the Mauritanian and Moroccan Football Federations convened in Nouakchott, Mauritania, today to explore avenues for collaboration aimed at advancing the sport in both nations.

FIFA launches talent academy in Mauritania

Nyayo Stadium set for World Cup Qualifier test drive vs Gabon

Kenya's Group 'F' qualifying match for the 2026 World Cup against Gabon is scheduled to take place at the Nyayo National Stadium on March 24.

Nyayo Stadium set for World Cup Qualifier test drive vs Gabon

Former Spain FA boss Luis Rubiales found guilty, fined for World Cup kiss incident

While Rubiales was acquitted of charges related to coercion—specifically, allegations that he attempted to pressure Hermoso into claiming the kiss was consensual.

Former Spain FA boss Luis Rubiales found guilty, fined for World Cup kiss incident

Kenya ready for WRC Safari Rally 2025 with exciting new routes and global appeal

The 2025 World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally is already revving excitement as Kenya prepares to host the iconic motorsport event from March 20 to 23, 2025.

Kenya ready for WRC Safari Rally 2025 with exciting new routes and global appeal

FKF President Hussein Mohammed meets FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Newly-elected Football Kenya Federation President (FKF) Hussein Mohammed yesterday met FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

By 2 months ago

FKF President Hussein Mohammed meets FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ademola Lookman, Barbra Banda and Ronwen Williams win big at CAF Awards 2024

Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, Zambian striker Barbra Banda, and South African goalkeeper Ronwen Williams emerged as the evening's standout winners.

By 2 months ago

Ademola Lookman, Barbra Banda and Ronwen Williams win big at CAF Awards 2024

Embattled Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat finally packs his bags

Harambee Stars is set for another technical bench overhaul after head coach Engin Firat resigned yesterday, citing unpaid salaries.

By 3 months ago

Embattled Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat finally packs his bags

Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat resigns

Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat terminates his contract with Football Kenya Federation, president Hussein Mohamed confirms.

By 3 months ago

Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat resigns

16-year-old sprinter Gout Gout breaks Usain Bolt's 200m record

At just 16 years old, Australian sprinter Gout Gout has shattered Usain Bolt’s long-standing record for the fastest 200-meter time in his age group.

By 3 months ago

16-year-old sprinter Gout Gout breaks Usain Bolt's 200m record

At least 56 dead after stampede breaks out at Guinea football match

A tragic stampede at a football match in Guinea’s second-largest city, Nzérékoré, has left at least 56 people dead.

By 3 months ago

At least 56 dead after stampede breaks out at Guinea football match

Mashemeji Derby postponed due to lack of suitable venue

Kenya’s most iconic football clash, the Mashemeji Derby, has been postponed indefinitely due to a lack of a suitable venue.

By 3 months ago

Mashemeji Derby postponed due to lack of suitable venue

Faith Kipyegon awarded Honorary Doctor of Education Degree

Triple-Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Education by the University of Eldoret, acknowledging her unparalleled contributions to athletics.

By 3 months ago

Faith Kipyegon awarded Honorary Doctor of Education Degree

Kenya and Namibia conclude AFCON qualifiers with lacklustre draw in Polokwane

Kenya and Namibia played out a goalless draw in their final 2025 AFCON qualifier at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on Tuesday, November 19.

By 3 months ago

Kenya and Namibia conclude AFCON qualifiers with lacklustre draw in Polokwane

Firat calls for solutions after Harambee Stars' AFCON qualification failure

Harambee Stars' head coach, Engin Firat, harshly assessed Kenyan football following the team’s exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.

By 3 months ago

Firat calls for solutions after Harambee Stars' AFCON qualification failure

Harambee Stars knocked out of AFCON 2025 after draw with Zimbabwe

Harambee Stars' hopes of making it to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have ended after a 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe in a crucial Group J qualifier.

By 4 months ago

Harambee Stars knocked out of AFCON 2025 after draw with Zimbabwe

Kenya eyes 2029 World Athletics Championships hosting rights

Kenya has officially submitted a bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, aiming to become the first African nation to hold the prestigious event.

By 4 months ago

Kenya eyes 2029 World Athletics Championships hosting rights

Caicedo cancels Fernandes' strike as Chelsea hold Man United at Old Trafford

While United's Bruno Fernandes converted a penalty in the 70th minute, a stunning strike from Chelsea's Moisés Caicedo just minutes later ensured the points were shared on Sunday.

By 4 months ago

Caicedo cancels Fernandes' strike as Chelsea hold Man United at Old Trafford

Harambee Stars drop four places in latest FIFA rankings

Harambee Stars have drop from 102nd to 106th globally, after back-to-back defeats against Cameroon in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers.

By 4 months ago

Harambee Stars drop four places in latest FIFA rankings

Kenya's Junior Starlets eliminated from U-17 Women's World Cup

Kenya’s Harambee Junior Starlets were eliminated from the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup this morning after a 3-0 loss to North Korea at the CFC Stadium in Santiago de los Caballeros, Dominican Republic.

By 4 months ago

Kenya's Junior Starlets eliminated from U-17 Women's World Cup

Firat names final 24-man Harambee Stars squad for AFCON qualifiers against Cameroon

Harambee Stars head coach, Engin Firat, has announced his final 24-man squad for the two upcoming 2025 AFCON qualifiers against the Indomitale Lions of Cameroon, set for for October 11 and 14,

By 5 months ago

Firat names final 24-man Harambee Stars squad for AFCON qualifiers against Cameroon

AFC Leopards to benchmark with Tanzanian giants, receive Sh2 million donation from Mudavadi

Kenya's oldest football club, AFC Leopards, is taking significant strides toward transforming its governance structure by sending its Corporate Task Force on a benchmarking tour of Tanzania.

By 5 months ago

AFC Leopards to benchmark with Tanzanian giants, receive Sh2 million donation from Mudavadi

Firat's tactics under scrutiny as Harambee Stars seek redemption against Namibia

The spotlight will be fixed on Engin Firat, as Harambee Stars take on Namibia's Brave Warriors in their second Group J AFCON qualifier at Orlando Stadium, South Africa.

By 6 months ago

Firat's tactics under scrutiny as Harambee Stars seek redemption against Namibia

Murkomen inspects stadia, calls for medal success at World Championships

Sports CS Kipchumba Murkomen flagged off the Kenya Under-20 athletics team on Friday, August 23, as they embarked on their journey to the World Athletics Championships in Lima, Peru.

By 6 months ago

Murkomen inspects stadia, calls for medal success at World Championships

Benni McCarthy names Harambee Stars provisional squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has announced a provisional lineup in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Gabon and Gambia.

Benni McCarthy names Harambee Stars provisional squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

AFC Leopards task force proposes mixed ownership model for club's future

AFC Leopards, Kenya’s oldest football club, is on the verge of a historic transformation following the release of a much-anticipated Corporate Task Force report.

AFC Leopards task force proposes mixed ownership model for club's future

Kenyan football welcomes Benni McCarthy as new head coach

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has officially named Benni McCarthy as the new head coach of the national team.

Kenyan football welcomes Benni McCarthy as new head coach

Benni McCarthy set for KICC unveiling as new Harambee Stars coach

Former Man United first-team coach Benni McCarthy is poised to be introduced as the new head coach of Kenya’s national football team, the Harambee Stars, on Monday, March 3, 2025.

Benni McCarthy set for KICC unveiling as new Harambee Stars coach

Who is Benni McCarthy?

Benni McCarthy is known for his charismatic personality and his passion for football. He is a respected figure in South African sport and is seen as a role model for aspiring footballers.

Who is Benni McCarthy?

Lionel Messi fined for grabbing opposition coach's neck

Lionel Messi has received a fine from Major League Soccer (MLS) for an incident involving the neck of an opposing coach.

Lionel Messi fined for grabbing opposition coach's neck

Harambee Starlets beat Tunisia to reach final round of WAFCON qualifiers

Kenya's Harambee Starlets have secured their place in the next round of the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers by narrowly defeating Tunisia 1-0.

Harambee Starlets beat Tunisia to reach final round of WAFCON qualifiers

Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of racism after derby draw against Fenerbahce

Galatasaray to pursue legal action against Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho over alleged racist remarks following Istanbul derby.

Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of racism after derby draw against Fenerbahce

FIFA launches talent academy in Mauritania

The presidents of the Mauritanian and Moroccan Football Federations convened in Nouakchott, Mauritania, today to explore avenues for collaboration aimed at advancing the sport in both nations.

FIFA launches talent academy in Mauritania

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