… Fresh from a commanding 2-0 away victory over South Africa's Bantwana in the first leg of the final qualification round in Pretoria, the Junior Starlets will head into Sunday's return match at Nyayo National Stadium carrying a significant advantage as they seek to qualify for the …
Junior Starlets seize control of Women’s World Cup qualifier after Pretoria victory By Angel Shantel July 05, 2026 10:37 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya’s Junior Starlets players celebrate scoring aga …
Junior Starlets seize control of Women’s World Cup qualifier after Pretoria victory By Angel Shantel July 05, 2026 10:37 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenya’s Junior Starlets players celebrate scoring aga …
… e 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 Africa in Pretoria …
… s 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 Africa in Pretoria …
… In a statement the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs said that Kenyan citizens willing to be evacuated to register with the Kenyan High Commission in Pretoria.This comes after about 200 Kenyans were brought back home. …
Audio By VocalizeThe dream of a return to the global stage now looks more tangible for the Junior Starlets following Saturday’s exploits at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa. …
Junior Starlets settle in Pretoria ahead of South Africa clash By Steve Shitera July 02, 2026 07:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Junior Starlets players in training session in Pretoria, South Africa on T …
… Mudavadi said the evacuation is being coordinated with the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria to ensure affected citizens are brought home safely and without incident. …
An opinion piece argues Kenya's lack of FIFA World Cup qualification stems not from insufficient talent but from decades of inconsistent planning, poor governance, inadequate youth investment, and absence of long-term football strategy. To qualify within two decades, the author contends Kenya must shift from seasonal football management to treating it as a national development project.
An opinion piece argues Kenya's lack of FIFA World Cup qualification stems not from insufficient talent but from decades of inconsistent planning, poor governance, inadequate youth investment, and absence of long-term football strategy. To qualify within two decades, the author contends Kenya must shift from seasonal football management to treating it as a national development project.
South Africa's government withdrew an order directing refugee reception offices to process asylum applications after violence erupted in Johannesburg and Durban, with vehicles torched and foreign-run shops looted. The Home Affairs Department said the directive led to offices being overwhelmed and posed serious threats to public safety.
Harambee Stars fell 1-0 to Guinea in Conakry, remaining without a win after two matches in Group D of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The loss came days after a 1-1 draw against Eritrea at home.
Eight gunmen armed with assault rifles and pistols killed 17 people and wounded 15 others in a bar southwest of Johannesburg on Saturday, while a second shooting in Cape Town claimed 10 lives. Police said the shootings represent the latest criminal violence to hit the country.
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.
The African Union Commission called for immediate de-escalation after Tigray forces seized three civilian airports in Mekelle, Axum and Shire, detained federal personnel, and disrupted air services, warning that these actions breach the Pretoria peace agreement of November 2022.
Nigeria's National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa and ordered a boycott of South African-hosted legislative activities following reports of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nationals, with the directive covering lawmakers, parliamentary committees, and National Assembly staff until further notice.
American actor and R&B singer Tyrese Gibson has embarked on his journey to Kenya's capital as part of an extended tour across the African continent, having recently visited South Africa.
Kenya's Fokker 70 presidential aircraft has finished an extensive overhaul in the Netherlands, with upgrades including new satellite communications and system improvements. The aircraft, known as "Harambee One," was fitted with the latest FDX Satcom system for enhanced in-flight connectivity.
The South African national football association has approved Pitso Mosimane as the successor to Belgian coach Hugo Broos, pending the conclusion of salary negotiations. Mosimane, 62, will take on a second spell as South Africa coach after previously being fired in 2012.
Kenya will host the 7th African Continental Qualifications Framework Forum from July 28-30, bringing together national frameworks and regional bodies to discuss future-ready qualifications systems and launch the Qualifications and Credentials Platform, a continental database for comparing and verifying credentials across Africa.
Kenya's women's football team is training in Miramas, France before the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where they face Morocco, Senegal and Algeria in Group A. The camp reflects a strategic shift in Kenyan football administration toward international partnerships and long-term development, including cooperation agreements with Olympique de Marseille and the City of Miramas.
South African police arrested 69 people after an anti-immigrant protest in Jeffreys Bay descended into looting, with at least one person hospitalized and 23 tuck shops looted. The unrest follows weeks of anti-immigrant protests that have prompted nearly 150,000 people to flee South Africa in recent weeks.
Kenya's Junior Starlets qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with a 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa, defeating Bantwana 3-1 in the second leg at Nyayo National Stadium. The tournament will be held in Morocco from October 17 to November 7, 2026.
Kenya's Junior Starlets play South Africa in a FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifying return leg on Sunday at Nyayo Stadium, needing a draw or win after winning the first leg 2-0 in Pretoria. A victory would send them to the tournament in Morocco in October.
Hugo Broos has exited as South Africa's head coach, with the Belgian offered a different role such as advisor. Multiple candidates, including Pitso Mosimane, have applied to succeed him as national coach.
FKF President Hussein Mohammed has called for strong public support as Kenya's Under-17 women's team seeks a second consecutive FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualification in a decisive second-leg qualifier against South Africa on July 12 at Nyayo National Stadium, leading 2-0 from the first leg.
An opinion piece argues that xenophobic violence in South Africa—including killings of foreign migrants and forced evacuations of thousands—reflects Africa's structural failures in employment and governance, not the fault of African migrants themselves seeking opportunity.
Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 in the first leg of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers on Saturday. FKF General Secretary Dennis Gicheru attributed the win to strong preparation and teamwork, urging fans to support the team in the return leg at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi.
Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 in the first leg of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers in Pretoria, with FKF officials attributing the win to proper preparation and team discipline. The return leg is scheduled for Nairobi, with FKF calling on fans to support the team.
Kenya's Junior Starlets are 90 minutes away from qualifying for the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco after winning the first leg of the final qualification round 2-0 away against South Africa's Bantwana. Head coach Mildred Cheche credited the country's structured player development pathway, noting that several members of Kenya's debut squad at the 2024 World Cup have since progressed to the senior Harambee Starlets.
Kenya's Junior Starlets beat South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final qualifying round in Pretoria, with goals from Faith Boke and Brenda Achieng. The victory gives Kenya the upper hand ahead of the return leg on July 12.
Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the final qualifying round for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, with goals from Faith Boke and Brenda Achieng. Goalkeeper Mitchell Okoyo saved a penalty as Kenya took control of the tie ahead of the return leg on July 12.
Kenya's U-17 women's football team defeated South Africa 2-0 in the first leg of the final round of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers in Pretoria, with midfielder Lindey Weey providing both assists. The team will play the return match next weekend in Kenya's capital.
Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 in the first leg of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers' final round in Pretoria, with goals from Faith Boke assisted by Lindey Weey. The team faces a return match in Nairobi next weekend to complete qualification.
The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs announced that the government's repatriation exercise for Kenyans in South Africa due to xenophobia will conclude on July 9, with the final flight departing from Johannesburg that day. About 200 Kenyans have been brought back home so far, with 151 repatriated by Thursday and 240 nationals registered for assistance.
Kenya's Junior Starlets defeated South Africa's Bantwana 2-0 away at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria to advance in their 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup qualifying campaign. The win puts them 90 minutes away from securing their second appearance at the global tournament, with the second leg set for the following Sunday at Nyayo Stadium.
Kenya's Junior Starlets have arrived in Pretoria for Saturday's FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final qualifying first-leg match against South Africa. Head coach Mildred Cheche expressed confidence that her team can secure a positive result away from home.
Kenya has evacuated 151 nationals from South Africa following attacks and intimidation targeting foreign nationals, with flights coordinated by the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria. More than 200 Kenyans are sheltering at the High Commission awaiting evacuation, while over 27,000 Kenyans live and work in South Africa.
The Kenyan government has evacuated 151 nationals from South Africa following recent unrest, with 240 Kenyans registering for assistance at the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria. The government provided emergency support including hotel accommodation, food, and relief supplies, with further evacuations expected.