Patrice Motsepe is set to attend and address delegates at the Africa Forward Summit taking place in Nairobi on Monday and Tuesday, May 11-12, 2026. The Confédération Africaine de Football President is expected to speak during the summit on Monday afternoon, with discussions anticipated to focus on Africa’s sports development, infrastructure growth, innovation and continental partnerships. Kenya is among the three East African nations selected to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Uganda and Tanzania. The tournament, scheduled for June and July 2027, is expected to become one of the biggest sporting spectacles ever staged in the region.…
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The Gor Mahia FC legends fraternity has paid an emotional tribute to fallen club icon Allan Thigo following news of his death on Friday, May 9, 2026. In a heartfelt message shared on the official Gor Mahia Legends social media platforms, the former players described Thigo as a giant of Kenyan football whose legacy will forever remain etched in the history of both Gor Mahia and the national team. “Honoring the Legacy of Allan Thigo. It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Allan Thigo, a titan of Kenyan football and a true Gor Mahia FC legend,…
Kenyan football has lost one of its greatest sons., the legendary midfielder who defined an era for and Harambee Stars, has passed away, leaving behind a football legacy that generations may never witness again. For many fans, Allan Thigo was not just a footballer. He was the soul of K’Ogalo, a fearless warrior, a midfield genius and a man who carried the hopes of thousands every time he stepped onto the pitch. His journey into football greatness began in 1970 when Gor Mahia signed him from Kisumu Hotstars. On May 27 that year, Thigo made his debut against Algenya in…
Former Gor Mahia and Harambee Stars midfielder Allan Thigo has passed away this evening at his home in Bungoma after a period of battling cancer. Thigo remains one of the most iconic figures in Kenyan football history. During his illustrious career at Gor Mahia, he scored 88 goals, placing him second on the club’s all-time scorers chart behind Sammy Onyango, who netted 93 goals. A midfield maestro of his era, Thigo also proudly represented the Harambee Stars, leaving behind a legacy defined by creativity, leadership, and consistency on the pitch. His passing marks a huge loss to Kenyan football, especially…
Kenya Police FC head coach Nicholas Muyoti may still believe the title race is alive, but the numbers paint a difficult picture for the defending champions with only four matches left in the 2025/2026 FKF Premier League season. Police currently sit third on the table with 51 points, a massive 13 points behind leaders Gor Mahia, who are on 64 points with the same number of matches remaining. Despite the gap, Muyoti insists his side is not ready to surrender the championship without a fight ahead of Sunday’s crucial showdown at Nyayo National Stadium. “We are not done with the…
