{"id":160150,"date":"2026-04-11T15:26:50","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T15:26:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/kenya\/all-news\/veteran-kenyatta-aringa-tasked-with-saving-darajani-gogo"},"modified":"2026-04-11T16:29:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T16:29:14","slug":"veteran-kenyatta-aringa-tasked-with-saving-darajani-gogo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/kenya\/all-news\/veteran-kenyatta-aringa-tasked-with-saving-darajani-gogo","title":{"rendered":"Veteran Kenyatta Aringa Tasked with Saving Darajani Gogo"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Kenya. <\/strong> <\/span>Veteran coach Kenneth Kenyatta has joined struggling National Super League side Darajani Gogo. The Kibra-based side unveiled Kenyatta on Thursday alongside his assistant Caleb Aringa, popularly known as \u201cStitchez\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Kenyatta, a former international goalkeeper, previously coached several top flight clubs, including Kakamega Homeboyz and FC Talanta. Aringa returns to the club and had a brief stint with SportPesa League side Shabana FC.<\/p>\n<p>The club is rooted in the relegation zone. They sit 17th on the log with 24 points from 27 games. Kenyatta and Aringa face a Herculean task to save the club with 11 games to go.<\/p>\n<p>The fate of coach Kelly Ogutu, who took over from Andrew Ongwae, remains unclear. Kenyatta and Aringa\u2019s first assignment will be against fellow strugglers Kabati Youth at Gems Cambridge College in Nairobi.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis strategic restructuring marks a significant step forward in the club\u2019s long-term vision of growth, competitiveness, and professional excellence both on and off the pitch,\u201d the club said in a statement.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe arrival of coach Kenyatta brings renewed energy, modern tactical insight, and strong leadership aimed at building a disciplined, competitive, and results-driven squad capable of achieving the club\u2019s ambitions.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Aringa, whose passion for player development, deep understanding of the game, and commitment to teamwork are expected to play a key role in strengthening the squad\u2019s performance and saving the club from relegation.<\/p>\n<p>The club reiterated that the new technical team represents a fresh direction focused on improving performance standards, nurturing talent, and creating a winning mentality.<\/p>\n<p>NSL Fixtures Saturday Talanta V Mwatate United, Dandora Stadium Kibera Black Stars V Mombasa United, Gems Cambridge College Barajani Gogo V Kabati Youth, Marist University Grounds<\/p>\n<p>Sunday fixtures. Vihiga United V Mully Children\u2019s Family (MCF), Mumboha Grounds Kisumu All Stars V Nairobi City Stars, Jomo Kenyatta Grounds Kisumu Gucha Stars V Equity Bank, Cardinal Otunga High School Mosocho Grounds Soy United V Nzoia Sugar, Eldoret ASK Showground Migori Youth V Naivas FC, Awendo Green Stadium<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Kenya<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Kenya. Veteran coach Kenneth Kenyatta has joined struggling National Super League side Darajani Gogo. The Kibra-based side unveiled Kenyatta on Thursday alongside his assistant Caleb Aringa, popularly known as \u201cStitchez\u201d. Kenyatta, a former international goalkeeper, previously coached several top flight clubs, including Kakamega Homeboyz and FC Talanta. 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