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Mike Sonko rewarded the Harambee Stars with Ksh3 million cash following their win over Ethiopia at the Kasarani Stadium Sunday. The Nairobi Governor had pledged the reward to the players if they pulled a win against the Waliyas in the Afcon 2019 qualifiers Group F return match. And true to his word, he followed them into the dressing room to hand them the cash after emerging 3-0 winners. “I honored my promise of a Ksh 3 million cash reward to the Harambee Stsrs after their 3-0 win against Ethiopia in the Afcon qualifier match at Kasarani,” Sonko tweeted a short…

Miguna Miguna has rubbished Kenya’s Harambee Stars’ win over Ethiopia in the Afcon 2019 qualifiers saying “it’s like an adult celebrating that he has wrestled a toddler to the ground.” Kenya thumped the neighboring country 3-0 at the Kasarani Stadium Sunday to inch closer to the 2019 Afcon in Cameroon. Goals from Michael Olunga, Eric Johanna and Victor Wanyama sealed the huge victory. The former Nairobi Governorship aspirant, who is in exile in Canada, challenged Stars to beat powerhouses like Brazil and Italy so that he can join Kenyans in celebrations. “Fellow Kenyans, celebrating the #KenyaVsEthiopia victory is like an…

Kenyatta University student Kelvin Kirwa Kiplimo has proved the saying that all our dreams are valid. Ahead of today’s Afcon 2019 qualifier between Kenya and Ethiopia at the Kasarani Stadium, the youngster set out to catch Victor Wanyama’s eyes with a request for his match shirt. Football jerseys, especially match day shirts, are priceless possessions that most fans long to have but only a few get them. To achieve his dream, Kirwa made a banner Saturday with words “Victor Wanyama I need your shirt,” took a photo of himself while standing on his bed and then asked this writer…

Kenya’s Harambee Stars thumped Walia Ibex of Ethiopia 3-0 in the Afcon 2019 qualifiers Group F return match at the Kasarani Stadium Sunday. Michael Olunga and Eric Johanna scored in the the first half with Victor Wanyama adding the third in the other half from the spot to seal the humongous. The win was Kenya’s second in the group and takes their points tally to seven and an inch closer to the Afcon slated for Cameroon next year. With Sierra suspended by Fifa, Stars have basically qualified for the continental championship however, fans will have to wait for a confirmation…

Kenyans have showed up in massive numbers to cheer the Harambee Stars against Ethiopia at the Kasarani Stadium Sunday. Stars take on the Waliyas of Ethiopia in the Afcon 2019 qualifiers Group F return match and the team’s captain had called on supporters to rally behind them. The government responded to the appeal by allowing free entry to the 60, 000 sitter capacity facility while Mike Sonko, the Nairobi governor, pledged free transport. Read:AFCON2019Q – Kenya Hold Ethiopia To Keep Top Spot In Group F The initiative seems to be working well as fans are currently trooping to the…

Kenya hosts Ethiopia in the Afcon 2019 qualifiers Group F return fixture at the Kasarani Stadium Sunday with so much hope as they seek to make history. The Harambee Stars head into the crucial tie atop the group on four points after edging out Ghana 1-0 in September and forcing a draw against Ethiopia Wednesday in Bahir Dar. With Sierra Leone, the other group’s member, under Fifa suspension, a win for Kenya today will see them through to the Afcon set for Cameroon. Kenya last featured in the championship 14 years ago when Stars graced the 2004 edition in Tunisia.…

Western Stima edged out FC Talanta 3-2 at Kisumu’s Moi Stadium Saturday to finish the 2018 National as champions. Stima had secured promotion back to the Kenyan Premier league heading into the tie. Maurice Dukuly had given the NSL Champions a 20th-minute lead that was however canceled at the stroke of halftime by Emmanuel Mogaka. Laban Gambareko would restore the hosts’ lead two minutes into the second half with David Ojuang adding a third in the 54th minute. The guests, however, were not done yet with Job Tinyo halving the deficit at the hour mark, but it’s the hosts who held…

Coach Frank Ouna has left Wazito FC after guiding them back to the National Super after one season in the Kenyan Premier League. “Wazito FC would like to inform the public that our coach Frank Ouna has requested to pursue his coaching caeer outside the club. The management has reviewed his request and painfully accepted to his request,” the club said in a statement. Ouna promoted the team to the just concluded 2018 KPL season but could not keep them in the topflight after finishing second last in the 18-team league. The team managed eight draws, seven loses and a…

Thierry Henry has been appointed as AS Monaco coach on a three-year-deal – 19 years since he left the club after seven years for Juventus in 1999. The 41-year-old Arsenal great succeeds Jardim, who was dismissed Thursday after a 2-1 defeat by Rennes last weekend the leaves the club 18th in Ligue 1 with just one win this season. Henry, who was linked with a move to Championship side Aston Villa in summer but chose to remain as Belgium assistant coach, will start his new role Monday. “In the first place, I thank AS Monaco for giving me the opportunity…

Liverpool wonder striker Mohamed Salah scored directly from a corner kick as Egypt thumped eSwatini 4-1 in the Afcon 2019 qualifiers Group J tie at Al-Salam Stadium Friday. Salah, however, did not finish the match as he limped off in the dying minutes of the game with substitutions exhausted as Egypt finished 10-men. Ahmed Elmohamedy put the Pharaohs in the lead with just six minutes played with Amr Warda doubling the lead five minutes later. Mahmoud Trezeguet made it 3-0 at the half mark before Salah delivered the spectacle, scoring directly from a corner kick with a beautiful curler on…

AFC Leopards captain Duncan Otieno who is trying out with Nkana FC of Zambia is hoping to secure a chance to be part of the team next season. The 24-year-old defensive midfielder, who can also play as a defender, believes it would be a “great opportunity for me to take my career to the next level.” “Yes I am in Zambia,” the Chavakali High School alumnus confirmed, saying that “I hope to secure a chance to be part of the team next season.” He added: “It’s a big club in Zambia with a big fan base and they are performing…

Simba SC media officer Haji Manara is being held by authorities for questioning concerning the kidnapping of Tanzanian business mogul and Simba SC sponsor Mohammed Dewji. Haji was apprehended Thursday evening for grilling before being released but was re-arrested the following morning for further interrogation. Dar Es Salaam police commander Lazaro Mambosasa confirmed the arrest. Haji has been spreading information on social media concerning the incident while claiming to be doing so on behalf of MO’s family, which is false according to Lazaro. “We have arrested Manara because he has been spreading information on social media while claiming he has…

Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) has signed a five-year broadcast partnership with Bamba Sports worth Ksh 35 million per year. https://twitter.com/OfficialKRU/status/1050690110319185920 The deal will see Bamba Sports air the Kenya Cup, National Sevens Circuit, International friendlies and Women rugby games. https://twitter.com/BambaSports/status/1050691895909863424 KRU last had a broadcast partner way back in the 2016-17 season when Zuku aired their matches. Do you have a story you want told? Do you know of a sensitive story you would like us to get our hands on? Email your news TIPS to Editor@kahawatungu.com

Legendary Gor Mahia striker Peter “Omuga” Dawo has been appointed the head of Kisumu County government’s Directorate of Sports. “The County has with immediate effect appointed the legendary football player Peter Dawo as the head of sports directorate,” Achie Alai, the County’s sports minister said. Dawo’s immediate task will be to organize a one day sports stakeholders’ workshop in Kisumu on 16 November 2018. The aim of the meeting will be to “hear from the different disciplines on their plans and strategies.” “This will be geared towards discussions on sporting heritage, using this as a foundation and inspiration for establishing…

Deputy President William Ruto has pledged Ksh50 million bonus to the Harambee Stars if they beat Ethiopia at the Kasarani Stadium on Sunday. Ruto, who visited the team’s morning training at the match venue also revealed that allowances amounting to Ksh250 million have also been released by the government. Harambee Stars face the Waliyas in the Afcon 2019 qualifiers return match and a win could see them qualify for the continental showpiece slated for mid next year in Cameroon. Kenya has not been represented at the Africa’s biggest football event since the 2004 edition in Tunisia. On Thursday the Cabinet…