The Harambee Stars are seeking redemption in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifying match against Guinea on Thursday after a disappointing 1-1 draw with Eritrea.

• The team's preparations were significantly impacted by a pay dispute, affecting their performance against Eritrea.
• Coach Benni McCarthy expects a more urgent and disciplined display from his squad in Conakry.
• Despite already qualifying as co-hosts, the qualifiers are crucial for McCarthy to build a competitive team for the 2027 Afcon finals.

Nairobi is set to host the Unstoppable Africa Awards 2026 on October 31, 2026, celebrating African excellence across sport, entertainment, business, leadership, and humanitarian action.

• Kenya has eight nominees across various categories, including rally driver Pauline Sheghu for Sports Personality of the Year.
• Other notable Kenyan nominees include content creators Crazy Kennar, Jaymo De Cin, Andrew Kibe, musician Bien, Dr. Anita Nyanjong, Lupita Nyong’o, and Eliud Kipchoge.
• The awards will feature prominent continental figures such as footballer Sadio Mané and rugby leader Siya Kolisi.

Mombasa United secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Kariobangi Sharks in the first leg of the SportPesa Premier League promotion-relegation playoff, taking a slim lead into the return match.

• Mombasa United scored twice in the second half, with goals from Denise Mabeya (penalty) and Waziri Junior.
• Kariobangi Sharks managed to pull one back in the 83rd minute through Wayne Delvine.
• The playoff is significant as it resolves a dispute that had delayed the start of the 2026-27 SportPesa Premier League.