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Harambee Starlets

Also known as: Kenya's Harambee Starlets

Kenya's national women's football team competing in the 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers after group-stage exit from 2026 WAFCON.

2026-04-242026-10-17

In coverage

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … Khaemba is in camp with the Harambee Starlets as the national side intensifies preparations for the upcoming Women's Africa Cup of Nations, where Kenya hopes to make a strong impression.

    Starlets ace Khaemba confirms Bungoma Queens exit
  3. The Standard

    … t that pathway to be shortened, and the only way to do that is to set up proper structures and facilities right here in our country, "Wanyama stated.Wanyama pledged inclusivity at his academy, saying it will be the other way to beef up the women's national team, Harambee Starlets …

    Morocco has grit to lift World Cup, Kenya has potential to qualify in 2030 - Wanyama
  4. Citizen Digital

    Junior Starlets one foot in World Cup after South Africa heroics By Steve Shitera July 05, 2026 02:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Harambee Starlets' Pauline Namisi celebrates Kenya's goal against South …

    Junior Starlets one foot in World Cup after South Africa heroics
  5. Citizen Digital

    Junior Starlets one foot in World Cup after South Africa heroics By Steve Shitera July 05, 2026 02:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Harambee Starlets' Faith Boke celebrates Kenya's goal against South Afri …

    Junior Starlets one foot in World Cup after South Africa heroics
  6. June 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    … The Harambee Starlets ace is set to leave Simba July 2023. Photo: Courtesy. …

    Simba Queens ace Shikangwa ditches Simba for Egypt
  8. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeKenya’s quest for a historic place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup received a major boost after Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba named a provisional 29-player squad for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), recalling Trinity Starlets …

    Starlets targets WAFCON semi-final berth
  9. Citizen Digital

    … Photo/Sportpicha Audio By Vocalize Former Harambee Starlets head coach Richard Kanyi has backed up CECAFA's decision to reject the Football Kenya Federation’s protest to nullify Junior Starlets 16-0 win over Sudan in the ongoing CECAFA Under 17 Women’s Championship in Tanzania. …

    Cecafa reject FKF appeal over Junior Starlets vs Sudan thriller
  10. Citizen Digital

    Mwanalima says Starlets to build on Lesotho win ahead of WAFCON By Jackson Kilonzi June 10, 2026 06:21 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mwanalima Dogo celebrates after scoring as Harambee Starlets hit hosts …

    Mwanalima says Starlets to build on Lesotho win ahead of WAFCON
  11. Citizen Digital

    Odemba delighted as Starlets end Zambia tourney on high By Geoffrey Mwamburi June 10, 2026 11:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Harambee Starlets coach Beldine Odemba instructs her charges during their 202 …

    Odemba delighted as Starlets end Zambia tourney on high
  12. Citizen Digital

    Harambee Starlets put six past Lesotho to bag Four Nations bronze By Jackson Kilonzi June 09, 2026 10:15 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Ruthless Harambee Starlets put on a masterclass of …

    Harambee Starlets put six past Lesotho to bag Four Nations bronze

Wednesday 14 October

  1. Oduor backs Harambee Starlets ahead of Malawi Olympic qualifier

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets head coach Godfrey 'Solo' Oduor is confident the team can overcome Malawi in the third round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games women's football qualifiers, after Kenya advanced by defeating Seychelles 22-0 on aggregate.

    14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Harambee Starlets advance to 2028 Olympic qualifiers third round

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets defeated Seychelles 11-0 at home to advance to the third round of the 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers, completing a 22-0 aggregate over two legs. Captain Mwanalima said the team is ready to face either Malawi or Zimbabwe in the next stage.

    13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 12 October

  1. Kenya's Harambee Starlets crush Seychelles 11-0 in Olympic qualifier

    Kenya's women's football team defeated Seychelles 11-0 in the second leg of a 2028 CAF Women's Olympic Qualifier, with Jentrix Shikangwa scoring a hat-trick and Marion Serenge adding a brace. The victory secured a 22-0 aggregate victory and advancement to the next round.

    12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 9 October

  1. Vihiga Queens coach unmoved by three-game losing streak

    Vihiga Queens head coach Boniface Nyamunyamu says he is not under pressure despite the team losing their first three games of the 2026/27 Kenya Women Premier League season. Nyamunyamu attributes the poor start to a rebuilding phase with young players and says the team needs patience as they adjust to Premier League status.

    9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Harambee Starlets thrash Seychelles 11-0 in Olympic qualifier

    Kenya's women's football team defeated Seychelles 11-0 in the first leg of the second round of CAF qualifiers for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics at Ulinzi Sports Complex, marking their biggest win in seven years.

    9 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 8 October

  1. Harambee Starlets crush Seychelles 11-0 in Olympic qualifier

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets defeated Seychelles 11-0 in the opening match of their 2028 Olympic Games qualifying campaign at Ulinzi Sports Complex under new head coach Geoffrey 'Solo' Oduor. Valarie Nekesa, Aira Madalina, Enez Mango, Mercy Airo and Elizabeth Mideva each scored twice, with Martha Amunyolet also scoring.

    8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Harambee Starlets begin Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifiers against Seychelles

    Kenya's women's football team hosts Seychelles in the first leg of the second round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games qualifiers at Nyayo Stadium, seeking to recover from a winless group-stage exit at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

    8 October 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Kenya defeats Seychelles 11-0 in Olympic qualifier

    Harambee Starlets routed Seychelles 11-0 in the first leg of the opening round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games qualifiers under interim head coach Geoffrey Oduor, with Valerie Nekesa, Airin Madalina, Enez Mango, Mercy Airo, and Elizabeth Mideva each scoring twice and Martha Amunyolete adding one goal.

    8 October 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 4 October

  1. AFA Academy, MSF Starlets win Chapa Dimba Eastern Region titles

    MAFA Academy from Isiolo County and MSF Starlets from Machakos County were crowned Safaricom Chapa Dimba Eastern Region champions in the boys' and girls' categories respectively, with MAFA defeating Mkinduri Lockstar 8-0 and MSF Starlets beating Royal Queens Academy 3-1 in regional finals at Moi Stadium in Embu County.

    4 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Kenyan captain Mwanalima Adam debuts in UEFA Women's Champions League

    Harambee Starlets captain Mwanalima Adam became the third Kenyan woman to feature in the UEFA Women's Champions League, starting for Danish champions HB Køge against Arsenal; Arsenal won 1-0 with a stoppage-time penalty despite Køge's spirited performance.

    23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Kenyan captain Mwanalima qualifies for UWCL league phase

    Harambee Starlets captain Mwanalima Jereko has become the second Kenyan woman to qualify for the league phase of the UEFA Women's Champions League, representing Danish side HB Køge after they eliminated PSV Eindhoven 2-1 on aggregate in qualifying.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 31 August

  1. Mathare United Women target top three after NSL promotion

    Mathare United Women, promoted from the National Super League, are targeting a top-three finish in the Women's Premier League. Midfielder Jerrine Adhiambo says the team is prepared to compete for the league title and improve consistency against more experienced opposition.

    31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Kenya Police Bullets beat Simba Queens in CAF qualifier

    Kenya Police Bullets defeated Tanzanian champions Simba Queens 2-1 in the CAF Women's Champions League CECAFA qualifiers, with goals from Faith Mboya and Martha Amunyolete. Coach David Vijago is confident of winning the 2026 CECAFA Women's Challenge and qualifying for the CAF Women's Champions League for the first time.

    25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 14 August

  1. FKF U15 scouting program enters final phase for international tournaments

    The Football Kenya Federation's nationwide U15 talent identification program has reached its final phase after scouting over 1,000 players across the country over eight months. Eighty players (40 boys and 40 girls) will attend a national residential camp at Kabarak, from which final squads will be selected to represent Kenya at the CAF African Schools Football Championship 2026 and the 2026 FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival.

    14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Mulee defends Odemba after Starlets' WAFCON exit

    Former Harambee Stars head coach Jacob "Ghost" Mulee has defended Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba following Kenya's early exit from the 2026 Women's African Cup of Nations in Morocco, framing the team's return to the continental tournament after a 10-year absence as part of a rebuilding process rather than a failure.

    12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 7 August

  1. Starlets captain defends coach Odemba after WAFCON group-stage exit

    After Kenya's Harambee Starlets were eliminated at the group stage of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, captain Mwanahalima Adam has defended head coach Beldine Odemba, saying players rather than the technical bench bear responsibility for the team's failure to reach the knockout rounds.

    7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Harambee Starlets target 2028 Olympics after WAFCON elimination

    Kenya's women's national football team has been eliminated from the 2026 WAFCON after finishing bottom of their group without a point. They will now focus on qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, beginning their campaign against Seychelles in October.

    7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Coach Odemba's future uncertain after WAFCON group stage exit

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets finished bottom of their WAFCON group without a point, exiting the tournament after losses to Morocco (4-0), Senegal (1-0), and Algeria (2-0). The FKF Technical Committee will review coach Beldine Odemba's performance.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya loses 2-0 to Algeria, exits WAFCON 2026

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets were eliminated from the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after losing 2-0 to Algeria in their final Group A match in Rabat, Morocco, finishing the tournament without a point after three successive defeats.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 2 August

  1. Starlets face Algeria seeking first WAFCON win

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets, winless after losses to Morocco (4-0) and Senegal (1-0) in the 2026 Women's African Cup of Nations in Morocco, face Algeria on Monday with head coach Beldine Odemba emphasizing improved scoring and defensive focus.

    2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Asamoah Gyan says Kenya prioritizes athletics over football

    Ghanaian football legend Asamoah Gyan has attributed Kenya's slow football progress to the country's emphasis on athletics and weak grassroots structures. Speaking at the Captain Irene Ndanu Super Cup final, Gyan said Kenya has talented players but lacks the foundational systems needed to develop young footballers into professionals.

    2 August 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 1 August

  1. Harambee Starlets' underperformance rooted in systemic neglect

    An opinion piece argues that Kenya's women's football team's poor showing at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations—including losses to Morocco, Senegal, and facing Algeria—stems from years of neglect, inconsistent planning, and inadequate investment in women's football, rather than being solely attributable to the head coach.

    1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 31 July

  1. Odemba blames poor finishing for Harambee Starlets WAFCON loss

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets lost 1-0 to Senegal in their Group A match at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday, with head coach Beldine Odemba attributing the defeat to missed chances and a defensive lapse. The loss leaves Kenya at the bottom of Group A after back-to-back defeats.

    31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Kenya's Harambee Starlets struggle at WAFCON with two defeats

    The Harambee Starlets lost 1-0 to Senegal in their second Group A match at the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco on Thursday, compounding their earlier 4-0 defeat to hosts Morocco in the tournament opener. The losses leave Kenya facing an uphill battle to reach the knockout stages.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Harambee Starlets seek redemption against Senegal after Morocco loss

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets face Senegal at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after losing 4-0 to hosts Morocco in their opening Group A match. Defender Euphrasier Shilwatso expressed confidence the team is ready for the must-win encounter, saying they used the loss as a learning experience.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Starlets aim to bounce back against Senegal at WAFCON

    Kenya's Harambee Starlets face Senegal at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations following a 4-0 loss to Morocco in their opening Group A match. Defender Euphrasier Shilwatso said the team used the defeat as a learning experience and are ready for the must-win encounter, which will determine their continuation in the tournament and potential qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Harambee Starlets face elimination after second straight WAFCON loss

    Kenya's women's football team lost 1-0 to Senegal in Group A of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, their second consecutive defeat and leaving them pointless at the bottom of the group. The Starlets must beat Algeria in their final match and rely on other favourable results to have any chance of reaching the quarter-finals.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard →

  5. Harambee Starlets face Senegal in Wafcon knockout-stage decider

    After a 4-0 loss to Morocco, Kenya's Harambee Starlets must defeat Senegal in their second Group A match to stay alive in the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations; both teams have dropped points in their opening matches and need a win to keep hopes of advancing to the knockouts and qualifying for the 2027 Fifa Women's World Cup alive.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard →

  6. Harambee Starlets face Senegal in must-win WAFCON fixture

    Kenya's women's football team plays Senegal in Group A of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after a 4-0 loss to Morocco; victories against Senegal and Algeria are essential for the Starlets to reach the knockout stages and secure a place in the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Harambee Starlets face Senegal in WAFCON Group A match

    Kenya's women's football team will play Senegal on Thursday at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat, seeking to bounce back after a 4-0 loss to Morocco in their opening Group A fixture. Head coach Beldine Odemba said she has been working on the players' mental strength and confidence for the challenge.

    29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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