Austin Oduor celebrates after beating DR Congo at the eighth edition of the African Nations Championship (CHAN). [Stafford Ondego, Standard] The new look Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani Stadium was the place to be yesterday. The 48,000 capacity sporting cathedral was thronged by fans from all walks of life. The spectators stated arriving at the…
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has pledged a hefty cash reward to Harambee Stars players as they gear up for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Speaking at a public event, the flamboyant politician pledged to add Ksh 400 million to the national team’s reward package if they go on to win the tournament, reinforcing…
CS From Left, President William Ruto and ODM Leader Raila Odinga at Moi International Sports Center Kasarani during Harambee Stars match against DR Congo on August 3, 2025. PSC Political leaders joined thousands of Kenyans at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, to rally behind the Harambee Stars during their CHAN 2024 opening match against…
Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy instructs players during training session [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya’s Harambee Stars lit up a packed Kasarani Stadium on Sunday night, clinching a historic 1-0 win over two-time African Nations Championship (CHAN) winners DR Congo, in what is now one of the country’s most significant results in recent football history. …
Kenya will face Angola in a sold-out CHAN 2024 clash as fans create a charged atmosphere at Kasarani Stadium. Angola should brace itself for a hostile reception in Kasarani after tickets for their 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) Group A match against Kenya were declared sold out by Tuesday evening — two days to the clash. The encounter, set for Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the refurbished 48,000-capacity Moi…
President William Ruto.[PCS] The government has paid the Harambe Stars a sum of Sh 42 million following their win against DR Congo on Sunday at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 opener. State House spokesperson Hussein Mohammed announced on Monday that the team had received the pledge in a disbursement through the Sports Ministry. “President…
PLP leader Martha Karua has sharply condemned President William Ruto for trying to blur the lines between his administration and that of former President Uhuru Kenyatta.. During an interview with Kameme TV on Monday, August 4, 2025, Karua accused Ruto of using Uhuru’s recent State House visit deliberately in order to create a false impression of…
Angola’s Eddie Afonso (left) and Imad Riahi of Morocco at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. Aug 3, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) has become more of a bonus pledge by presidents within the East African community. It began with President Samia Suluhu pledging Sh 51 million (Tsh 1 billion)…
President William Ruto has honored his promise to reward each Harambee Stars player with Ksh1 million following their 1-0 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday, August 3, 2025. State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed confirmed on Monday, August 4, that the funds had already been disbursed to the team. The payout also covered…
The CHAN 2024 tournament is living up to President Ruto’s Bottom-Up economic transformation agenda in ways that few had imagined. President William Ruto’s promise to reward Harambee Stars players at the 2024 African Nations Championships (CHAN 2024) has signaled the government’s unwavering support to the national team. The Head of State rolled out a grand…
Harambee Stars Coach Benni McCarthy speaks on his midfield selection against DR Congo match in CHAN 2024 opener in Nairobi, on August 6, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya’s much-celebrated 1-0 against victory DR Congo in the 2024 African Nations Championship on Sunday did more than just secure three precious points. The pledge by President William…
Austine Odhiambo celebrates after scoring for Harambee Stars against DR Congo during CHAN 2024 opener at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi, on August 3, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Harambee Stars will be aiming for a second straight win when they face Angola in their next Group A match of the 2024 African Nations Championship (Chan) at…
President William Ruto sits on President Joe Biden’s seat at the oval office in the White House, Washington, D.C on May 23, 2024. [PCS, Standard] He rose to power riding a crest of political momentum and quickly emerged as Washington’s new favourite in East Africa. Get Full Access for Ksh99/Week Uncover the…
President William Ruto interacting with an attendant during the official launch of the Hustler Fund at Nairobi’s Green Park Terminus on November 30, 2022. The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) wants the government to scrap the Hustler Fund warning that the initiative is financially unsustainable and fundamentally flawed. In a report released on Monday titled…
The former AFC Leopards captain has explained how Harambee Stars lifting CHAN 2024 could change football in the country. Former Harambee Stars defender James Situma has hailed Kenya’s strong start at the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), describing the team’s performance as a turning point for local football and a moment of opportunity for players,…