Also known as: Kenya national football team · our very own Harambee Stars · Harambee Stars camp
Kenya's national football team, competing in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers amid administrative challenges and player welfare disputes.
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… This was echoed by Daudi 'Thuram' Obonyo, father of Harambee Stars striker Ryan Wesley Ogam, who noted that such tournaments have consistently provided exposure to grassroots players. …
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… We have very little of it left for the Harambee Stars. The 2030 World Cup changes the stakes. …
We need to stop cheering others and plan for 2030 tourneyCitizen Digital
Badi blames poor home form for Kibera Black Stars' mid-table finish, calls for NSL sponsorship By Kaitano Nyongesa June 15, 2026 05:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kibera Black Stars FC players leave pi …
Badi blames poor home form for Kibera Black Stars' mid-table finish, calls for NSL sponsorshipThe Standard
… We have very little of it left for the Harambee Stars.The 2030 World Cup changes the stakes. …
World Cup: We need to stop cheering for others and work towards Kenya's moment in 2030Citizen Digital
… Sports CS Salim Mvurya and Harambee Stars captain Aboud Omar confer during the 2024 African Nations Championship CHAN press conference in preparation for the event at Stadion hotel Kasarani on July 10, 2025. …
AFCON 2027: Former CHAN Head of Media Operations Elias Makori quits in protestThe Standard
… Her appointment ensures Kenya will have a presence at the global showpiece despite Harambee Stars failing to qualify for the competition and the absence of Kenyan match officials among the tournament's selected referees.The role places Ouko at the centre of FIFA’s efforts to deli …
Ex-Harambee Starlets defender Terry Ouko lands key FIFA World Cup roleCitizen Digital
… Having secured a place in the Premier League, he is now focused on earning a call-up to the national football team, Harambee Stars. …
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Harambee Stars assistant coach Vasili hails victory over Lesotho By Magdaline Thuku June 08, 2026 03:09 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Harambee Stars players being briefed after a training session in Preto …
Harambee Stars assistant coach Vasili hails victory over LesothoThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeHarambee Stars midfielder Austine Odhiambo (right) in action against Lesotho during their friendly match at Lucas Moripe Stadium, Pretoria, on June 4, 2026. …
Harambee Stars seek redemption against LesothoThe Standard
… The President also praised the club’s contribution to national football development, particularly its role in supplying players to the national team, Harambee Stars.“Beyond trophies and accolades, Gor Mahia continues to play a vital role in the development of Kenyan football. …
Ruto pledges Govt support for Kenyan sportsHarambee Stars were held to a 1-1 draw against Eritrea at Nyayo National Stadium in the opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Eritrea took the lead before half-time through Nahom Girmai after a defensive error, but Kenya fought back with a late equalizer.
15 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Stars were held to a 1-1 draw against Eritrea at Nyayo National Stadium in the opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Eritrea took the lead before half-time through Nahom Girmai after a defensive error, but Kenya fought back with a late equalizer.
15 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Kenya will face Eritrea in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifier at Nyayo Stadium, aiming to build momentum ahead of the tournament they will co-host with Uganda and Tanzania. Preparations have been disrupted by players declining to train over unpaid allowances, with only one collective training session held before the match.
26 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan national team head coach Benni McCarthy says administrative dysfunction is preventing the recruitment of top international talent, and that bringing in seasoned professionals from elite foreign leagues is vital to raising the squad's standard and creating a learning environment for younger players.
26 September 2026 · The Standard →
The government intends to engage the Salaries and Remuneration Commission to review allowances for players in national teams to bolster their morale and enhance welfare. The Principal Secretary for Sports said the Ministry is open to constructive engagement with stakeholders, particularly Harambee Stars through the Football Kenya Federation, on possibilities of reviewing allowances upwards.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Head coach Benni McCarthy confirmed that captain Michael Olunga is ruled out of Kenya's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Eritrea due to fitness precautions, with McCarthy prioritising his full recovery following a recent return from a lengthy injury layoff.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports has confirmed settlement of all outstanding financial obligations owed to Harambee Stars players and technical bench staff, following head coach Benni McCarthy's public disclosures about long-overdue player allowances and administrative lapses within the national team.
24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Government has paid financial allowances for previous Harambee Stars assignments, with payments for subsequent engagements undergoing administrative processing in consultation with the Football Kenya Federation. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya stated that player welfare is central to effective preparation and performance as Kenya prepares for an AFCON 2027 qualifier against Eritrea.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's head coach Benni McCarthy has exposed turmoil ahead of Saturday's 2027 AFCON qualifier against Eritrea, including unresolved work permit issues, unpaid allowances, and players withdrawing from international duty. Players reportedly refused to train after demanding payment and seeking answers from the Sports Ministry about their welfare.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Premier League, originally scheduled to start August 22, 2026, remains stalled due to disagreements over promotion, relegation, and competition regulations that have repeatedly landed the Football Kenya Federation and clubs back in court, with conflicting High Court orders further complicating efforts to begin the season.
20 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former FKF president Sam Nyamweya has appealed to FIFA and CAF to establish a caretaker committee to run Kenyan football, citing legal disputes and the untenable leadership of FKF President Hussein Mohammed as paralyzing the local game.
16 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere has warned that prolonged uncertainty over the start of the new league season is placing psychological and financial pressure on players and clubs. Court cases involving Kariobangi Sharks' relegation challenge have thrown the season kickoff into disarray.
4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A High Court ruling on August 28, 2026, regarding promotion and relegation regulations has created legal uncertainty for the Kenyan Premier League, with dispute centered on whether 2025 or 2019 rules apply to the 2026/2027 season. The 2025 regulations introduced automatic relegation of three teams and direct promotion of three National Super League teams, eliminating a playoff system, which Kariobangi Sharks challenged at the Sports Disputes Tribunal on procedural grounds.
2 September 2026 · The Standard →
Three Harambee Stars players featured in European football this week, with Job Ochieng making his first start of the season for Real Sociedad against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, playing 66 minutes in a 4-1 loss.
28 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Kisped Queens coach Daniel Minjis has called on the government and Ministry of Sports to establish football academies in every county to provide structured training and development pathways for young players aspiring to reach the national team, Harambee Stars.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Stars defender Collins Sichenje was stretchered off after 15 minutes in Charlton Athletic's 5–1 loss to Tottenham Hotspur, and faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines. He will miss AFCON qualifier matches beginning in September, though Kenya has qualified for the tournament as hosts.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Harambee Stars head coach Twahir Muhiddin expects AFC Leopards and defending champions Gor Mahia to wage a fierce battle for the FKF Premier League title, with Leopards driven by their quest for a first league crown since 1998. Muhiddin believes Gor Mahia will be formidable once their injured players recover from the CECAFA tournament.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has called on the Football Kenya Federation and Harambee Stars technical team to develop a preparation roadmap aimed at winning the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which Kenya will host, rather than simply staging a successful tournament.
26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has called on the Football Kenya Federation and Harambee Stars technical team to develop a preparation plan aimed at winning the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which Kenya will co-host with Uganda and Tanzania. Mvurya said Kenya must use the home advantage to build a strong team capable of progressing through knockout stages and ultimately lifting the trophy.
26 August 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya met with the National Steering Committee and Local Organising Committee as preparations gather momentum for PAMOJA AFCON 2027, jointly hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. He called on the committees to prioritise patriotism, work cohesively, and rise above political differences to deliver a successful tournament for Kenya and Africa.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed has assured the Baba Dogo community that the Austin Odhiambo Sports Complex will remain available to residents, promising to implement strategies to begin its construction and upgrade despite a long-running land dispute.
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former world marathon record holder Patrick Makau has called on the government to establish a pension scheme and housing support for athletes, arguing that current cash rewards (Ksh 5 million for world records, Ksh 3 million for gold medals) are insufficient to prevent retired national stars from falling into financial hardship.
20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has assured Kenyans that the government is mobilising resources to assemble a competitive Harambee Stars squad capable of claiming a historic first-ever continental title at next year's Africa Cup of Nations, with the Raila Odinga International Stadium at 94% completion as of August 2026.
20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's athletic talent is plentiful, but the country lacks the scientific infrastructure—physiologists, nutritionists, data analysis—that rival nations use to develop and sustain medal-winning careers. Without proper screening and laboratory support, Kenya loses athletes to preventable injuries and doping, while foreign competitors exploit Kenyan altitude and trails to gain advantage.
20 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Raila Odinga International Stadium, a 60,000-seater facility, has reached 93 per cent completion ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which Kenya will co-host with Uganda and Tanzania. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said the main pitch is ready and major installations including LED screens and sound systems are in place, with the project costing about Sh45.8 billion.
19 August 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
A Nairobi resident who started casual sports betting three months ago reports that the activity has changed how he engages with football—forcing him to pay closer attention to matches and learn more about teams and players than he did before betting.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
Kenya international midfielder Timothy Ouma has joined English club Charlton Athletic from Slavia Prague on a season-long loan with an option to make the move permanent. Ouma, 22, reunites with fellow Kenyan international Collins Sichenje at the club, with the two having known each other since before Sichenje moved to Sweden and regularly rooming together on Harambee Stars duty.
11 August 2026 · The Standard →
Mombasa football stakeholders have welcomed the Sports Disputes Tribunal's decision to uphold the Football Kenya Federation's 2025 promotion and relegation regulations, clearing the way for three NSL teams to earn promotion to the KPL while three top-flight sides will be relegated. Mombasa United, who finished third in the NSL, have consequently secured their place in next season's KPL.
10 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Harambee Stars captain Dennis Oliech has called on football stakeholders and corporate sponsors to prioritize player welfare through improved salaries and grassroots investment, arguing that better remuneration would motivate local talent and raise the quality of competition in the FKF Premier League.
5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →