Kenya faces a significant risk of losing its rights to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) due to delays in remitting a mandatory hosting fee of Ksh3.9 billion ($30 million) to the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Sports and Culture chaired…
Nairobi, Kenya – The Moi Sports Centre Kasarani is set to close as the government embarks on phase two of extensive renovations in preparation for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which Kenya will co-host alongside Tanzania and Uganda. The closure is part of a broader strategy to ensure…
Nairobi, Kenya – As part of preparations to host a successful Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament next year, the government has announced plans to invite a high-level Confederation of African Football (CAF) inspection team to evaluate the progress of key stadia earmarked for Kenya’s matches. Stadium Readiness Cabinet Secretary…
President William Ruto has been honoured with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) President’s Outstanding Achievement Award 2025, a distinction recognising his notable contribution to the progress and elevation of football in Kenya and across the African continent. The award was presented on Wednesday night during the 2025 CAF Awards…