Former Vihiga Queens coach Alex Alumirah is reportedly in pole position to replace embattled Harambee Starlets coach Beldine Odemba.
Alex Alumirah is reportedly in pole position to take over as head coach of the Harambee Starlets, Kenya’s national women’s football team.
This anticipated appointment follows reports indicating that the current coach, Beldine Odemba, is on the verge of being replaced due to the team’s recent performances.
Who is the former Kenyan Women’s Premier League tactician poised to replace Odemba?
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Who is Alex Alumirah?
Alex Alumirah, a seasoned football coach renowned for his contributions to women’s football in Kenya.
He has won the Kenya Women’s Premier League (KWPL) multiple times, including servoing a short stint with Harambee Starlets.
Alex Alumirah Coaching career and achievements
Alumirah’s coaching journey is marked by significant achievements, particularly with Vihiga Queens, one of Kenya’s premier women’s football clubs.
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Under his leadership, Vihiga Queens secured multiple titles in the Kenya Women’s Premier League, establishing themselves as a dominant force in Kenyan football.
His tactical expertise and ability to nurture young talent played a crucial role in the team’s success.
In August 2021, Alumirah resigned from his position at Vihiga Queens to take on a new challenge with Tiger Queens in Tanzania.
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Before his departure, he had been with the Western Kenya-based team since its inception in 2014 and guided them to a historic hat-trick of league crowns, cementing his reputation as one of the most successful coaches in Kenyan women’s football.
Alex Alumirah’s stint as Harambee Starlets coach
His impact on the game was further highlighted in 2022 when he briefly assumed the role of head coach for the Harambee Starlets.
During this period, he demonstrated a deep understanding of the game and an unwavering commitment to advancing women’s football in the country.
His familiarity with the team’s structure and the broader landscape of Kenyan women’s football makes him a strong candidate for the role of head coach.
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Alex Alumirah’s return to Harambee Starlets
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has reportedly earmarked Alumirah as the successor to Beldine Odemba, regardless of the outcome of the team’s recent match against Tunisia in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers.
This decision underscores the federation’s confidence in Alumirah’s ability to lead the team to success in upcoming competitions.
Alumirah’s extensive experience and proven track record in women’s football are expected to be instrumental in revitalising the Harambee Starlets.
His appointment is anticipated to bring strategic depth, discipline, and renewed vigor to the team as they prepare for future challenges on the continental stage.
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What Alex Alumirah’s current role?
At present, Alex Alumirah serves as the Sporting Director for Fountain Gate Academy in Tanzania, where he continues to contribute to football development at the grassroots level.
His ability to identify and nurture talent remains one of his strongest attributes, and his potential return to the Harambee Starlets could be a game-changer for the national team.
As the Harambee Starlets look ahead, the prospective leadership of Alex Alumirah offers a blend of experience, tactical proficiency, and a deep-seated passion for the growth of women’s football in Kenya
His return could mark the beginning of a new chapter, one that sees the team rise to greater heights on the international stage.