FKF keen to see Harambee Starlets qualify for the 2028 Olympics
Women football has been on a steady rise in the country with the national teams excelling in different competitions...
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The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is optimistic about the Harambee Starlets qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, following recent successes in women's football. This aspiration builds on the Junior Starlets' historic participation in the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup last year.
- The Harambee Starlets recently secured their return to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a nine-year absence, beating Gambia 4-1 on aggregate.
- FKF President Hussein Mohammed affirmed the federation's dedication to developing women's football through enhanced preparations, partnerships, and consistent support, including incentives and bonuses endorsed by President William Ruto.
- A strategic coaching structure, where Junior Starlets coach Mildred Cheche deputizes Rising Starlets coach Jackline Juma, who in turn assists Harambee Starlets tactician Beldine Odemba, aims to facilitate smooth player transition and develop a formidable Olympic team.
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Kenyan Sports Bodies Announce Plans for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics - November 2025
The National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) has unveiled ambitious goals for Kenya's participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, aiming for a minimum of 10 gold medals. This strategic plan was announced during a three-day seminar in Machakos for federation presidents and secretaries, titled the "Road to LA28 Olympics Presidents and Secretaries conference". During the conference, NOC-K president Shadrack Maluki assured federations of support. Two-time Olympics marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge also spoke, emphasizing the need for benchmarking and investing in medal-potential sports. Separately, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) expressed its optimism about the Harambee Starlets qualifying for the 2028 games, following recent successes in women's football.
