Kenya’s national women’s football team, Harambee Starlets, have been gifted a combined Sh 1.5 million reward following their impressive 2–0 victory over India, a result that sealed their place in the Women’s FIFA Series final against Australia.
The financial reward, drawn from the Sports Ministry and Football Kenya Federation (FKF), comes as recognition of the team’s strong performance in the tournament hosted in Nairobi.
The Starlets received the bonus after delivering a disciplined and confident display against India, with goals from Martha Amunyolete and Terry Engesha securing a comfortable 2–0 win.
The reward package includes Sh 1 million from the Sports Cabinet Secretary andSh 500,000 from FKF
The gesture was made to motivate and appreciate the team following their qualification for the final stage of the competition.
Kenya controlled much of the match at Nyayo Stadium, showing improved structure both defensively and in attack.
India struggled to break through the Starlets’ defensive line, while Kenya’s forwards capitalised on key chances to seal the result early enough to manage the game.
The win was celebrated by fans in attendance, marking one of the team’s more convincing recent international performances.
The match was played at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, where home support played a visible role in lifting the players during key phases of the game.
With the win over India, the Starlets now turn their attention to a final clash against Australia, a side ranked significantly higher on the global stage.
The fixture will serve as a major test of Kenya’s progress, offering a chance to measure themselves against one of the stronger women’s football nations.
Australia secured their place in the final after their own opening-round success in the Nairobi-hosted group stage.
The result and reward highlight a period of renewed momentum for Kenya’s women’s team, which has been steadily rebuilding competitiveness in international football.
The squad’s progress is being closely watched as Kenya continues to invest in women’s football development.
The Women’s FIFA Series is designed to give national teams more international exposure through structured competitive fixtures.
Hosting matches in Nairobi has also helped boost local interest in the women’s game.
