Gor Mahia, the FKF Premier League champions, will represent Kenya at the Cecafa Club Championships scheduled to take place in Kigali, Rwanda from July 24 to August 6, 2026. The team is aiming to secure its first Cecafa title since 1985, facing tough competition in the tournament.

Uganda's U-17 Women’s National Team, known as the Teen Cranes, successfully defended their CECAFA U-17 Women’s Championship title with a 3-0 victory over Tanzania in the final held at KMC Stadium. This win marked the culmination of an impressive tournament for the Teen Cranes, who won all five of their matches.

Vipers SC, the Uganda Premier League champions, are in advanced negotiations with attacking midfielder Ibrahim Owen Kasule regarding a potential return to the club. Discussions have already taken place between Vipers and Kasule's representatives, with the player reportedly open to rejoining the Kitende-based team. Currently, Kasule plays for CT United in MLS NEXT Pro.

KCCA FC has successfully secured the signing of Charles Lwanga, who returns to the club after leaving for SC Villa in July 2023. Lwanga joins KCCA as a free agent following the expiration of his contract with SC Villa.

Kitara has reached an agreement to sign midfielder Misi 'Diego' Ssemugera from SC Villa, according to Kawowo Sports. Ssemugera, who is a free agent after his contract with SC Villa expired, is expected to be one of the new additions to Kitara as they prepare for an upcoming busy season, including participation in the Caf competitions.

Young Africans are two games away from clinching the 2025/26 NBC Tanzania Premier League title after a decisive 3-0 victory against Azam FC. The match featured goals from Ibrahim Hamad Bacca, Depú, and Pacome Zouzoua. Uganda Cranes midfielder Allan Okello was substituted during the game, according to Swift Sports.