Former AFC Leopards coach Patrick Aussems has been appointed as the new head coach of Nairobi United, as announced on July 4, 2026. The Belgian coach arrived in Nairobi on Friday night to take up his new role.

Referee Charles Masembe was initially set to become the first Ugandan referee to officiate at the 1998 FIFA World Cup, despite the Uganda Cranes' unsuccessful qualification for the tournament. However, he was ultimately dropped from the list by CAF, raising questions among fans about the decision.

Former Bulemeezi head coach Leo Ssekamatte has been appointed as the assistant coach for Kyaggwe, according to Swift Sports Uganda. His appointment comes just days after he was relieved of his duties at Bulemeezi following two games in charge. Ssekamatte previously served as an assistant coach under Simon Peter Mugerwa at Kyaggwe.

The Football Association Malawi (FAM) has appointed Sudesh Singh as the technical adviser for the Scorchers in preparation for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Singh will collaborate with head coach Lovemore Fazili and performance analyst Tyrese Steyn. This decision comes in response to a directive from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), according to DAILY POST.

Durban City has announced the appointment of Khalil Ben Youssef as the new head coach for the upcoming 2026/27 season. This move follows his previous role as the head coach of the Chiefs, marking a new chapter in his coaching career.

Mathare United, a team in the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League, has appointed David Ouma, the former head coach of the Harambee Starlets, as their new head coach. This decision comes after the team narrowly avoided relegation.