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Kenya arrive in Zambia for Four-Nations tournament – Africa Top Sports

📅 June 4, 2026
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👤 Kabuma Node
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The Kenya Women National Team has arrived in the country ahead of the Zambia Four Nations Tournament in Ndola.

The Harambe Starlets arrived at the Kenneth International Airport at 14h00 aboard Kenyan Airlines. The team was welcomed by FAZ Deputy General Secretary Iva Lengwe and FAZ Head of Communications and Media Nkweto Tembwe.

Zambia will play Kenya on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola. Both Zambia and Kenya are using the four nations tournament to prepare for the Women Africa Cup of Nations that kicks off next month.

‎Harambee Starlets will open their campaign against Zambia on June 6 at 4PM EAT at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium. The tournament will provide the technical bench with another opportunity to assess the squad against competitive opposition as preparations continue for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

The Zambia Four Nations Tournament forms part of Harambee Starlets’ preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

‎‎Kenya will be making their second appearance at the continental tournament, ten years after their debut at the 2016 edition. The friendlies are expected to play an important role in helping the team build cohesion, improve competitiveness and continue preparations ahead of the tournament.

Kenya squad in Zambia;

Goalkeepers

Annedy Kundu, Lilian Awuor, Vivian Shiyonzo.

Defenders

Elizabeth Ochaka, Ruth Ingosi, Leah Andiema, Vivian Nasaka, Norah Ann, Enez Mango, Lorine Ilavonga, Euphrasier Shilwatso.

Midfielders

Lorna Nyarinda, Tereza Engesha, Martha Amunyolete, Mwanalima Adam, Fasila Adhiambo.

Forwards

Elizabeth Mideva, Jentrix Shikangwa, Elizabeth Wambui, Eglay Mukhwana, Emily Morang’a, Airin Madalina, Shaline Nambengele, Shirleen Opisa.

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