The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says it is concerned about Kenya’s situation following violent protests against the Finance Bill 2024. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Julie Kozack, IMF Director of Communications, expressed the financial body’s concern over the tragic events, including loss of lives and property destruction. “We are deeply concerned about the tragic…
Kenya’s Aldrine Kibet in action during a training session.[FKF] Kenya’s Emerging Stars are upbeat as they prepare to take on Zambia’s Chipolopolo in their first Group B match of the 2024 Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) Cup. The highly anticipated clash is set for Thursday at 7:00 pm at the Nelson Mandela Bay…
The Kenya men’s Kabbadi national team will meet Uganda in the finals of the Africa men’s Kabbadi championship at Kasarani Saturday while Zanzibar will play South Sudan in the third place faceoff. Kenya, who are the reigning champions beat South Sudan 53-29 in the semi finals as they carried on…
Kenya’s Patrick Otieno celebrates after scoring against Zambia. [FKF Media] Kenya’s Under-23 team, the Emerging Stars, commenced their COSAFA Cup campaign with an impressive 2-0 victory over defending champions Zambia on Thursday at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in South Africa. The young squad showcased their talent and determination, setting a high tempo from the outset….
Colombia face Costa Rica looking for another three points with James Rodriguez set to play central role. Colombia gear up to take on Costa Rica after an impressive start to the tournament. They defeated Paraguay 2-1 with James Rodriguez providing two assists. Now, they aim to secure their place in a sixth consecutive quarter-final by…
Brazil are out to show their true colours when they face Paraguay in their second match of the Copa America. Following their narrow 2-1 defeat to Colombia in their opening match, Paraguay face a critical fixture against Brazil as they seek to keep their Copa América hopes alive. For Paraguay, progression beyond the group stage…
Germnay’s Jamal Musiala (left) in action against Switzerland. [AFP] Euro 2024 hosts Germany come into Saturday’s last 16 clash with Denmark in Dortmund hoping to have learned from Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Switzerland, their final group stage match. After almost a decade of struggles at major tournaments, Germany were riding high after dominant wins over…
Here is the reasons behind Rodrigo rocking Neymar’s iconic number 10 shirt for Brazil. Brazil’s campaign in the Copa America has been closely watched, not just for their on-field performances but also for the absence of one of their most iconic players: Neymar Jr. Neymar’s absence stems primarily from a significant setback he faced last…
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo. [AFP] Euro 2024’s last 16 match-ups were confirmed on Wednesday night after Georgia snatched a spot in the knockout stage for the first time in their history. Here, AFP looks at each of the fixtures coming in the next round, where tournament heavyweights line up alongside ambitious underdogs: Switzerland v Italy…
World’s most expensive midfielders Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez have had contrasting fortunes at the Copa America so far. The Copa America has become a stage where emerging talents from around the world showcase their potential, and two young midfielders from Chelsea, Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez, are already making waves in this year’s tournament….
Raphael Nzomo’s owned pony ‘The Breaker’ that was rode by Zimbabwean BJ Bowen was voted the Best Playing Pony (BPP) in the 8-Goal-international match between Kenya and Zimbabwe at Manyatta Polo Club in Gilgil on June 23,2024.[Courtesy] For a pony to understand the rules of polo fully, it has to undergo a comprehensive training for…
McKinstry. who is set to leave Gor Mahia when his contract expires at the end of June, has revealed the transfer strategy the club will take which will make them do well in the Champions League next season. Outgoing Gor Mahia coach Johnathan McKinstry believes the club can make history by becoming the first ever…
Salim Swaleh, Director of Press at the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary, has received cash bail of Kes.400,000 each in a case involving allegations of obtaining money by false pretenses and abuse of office. In a ruling on Wednesday, Magistrate BenMark Ekumbi at the Milimani Law Courts directed Swaleh and his five coaccused to…
Kenya Sevens’ Anthony Omondi (left) at World Rugby Challenger Series.[World Rugby] When Antony Omondi was dropped from the Kenya Rugby 7s squad Shujaa a few days before the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, he felt his world had come to an end. He was dejected and frustrated because playing at the Olympics was his ultimate dream, but…
After two seasons, the former Uganda Cranes head coach has bid farewell to Gor Mahia, having won two FKF Premier League titles. Johnathan McKinstry has officially bid farewell to Gor Mahia marking the end of his notable tenure with the record FKF Premier League champions. The Irish coach’s official departure comes weeks after he began…