How to watch the 2026 World Cup in Kenya
Every one of the 104 matches, in Kenyan time. Free-to-air on KBC, live on SuperSport and Azam, plus free streaming options.
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Where to watch
The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation will air the World Cup live and free after the government secured the rights. No subscription needed — watch on KBC Channel 1 or the KBC streaming app.
The primary pay-TV home of the tournament, showing all 104 matches live with studio analysis, highlights and replays.
Holds Kenyan and regional rights as another subscription option for East African viewers.
Official broadcasters stream the first 10 minutes of every match free, with highlights and goals via Shorts and broadcaster channels.
Kick-off times in Kenyan time
The 2026 World Cup is hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico, so kick-offs are in the afternoon and evening over there — which means most matches land in the evening or overnight here. We convert every fixture to Kenyan time (EAT), so you never have to do the maths.
See the full fixtures in Kenya time →Frequently asked
＋ Is the 2026 World Cup free to watch in Kenya?
Yes. The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) will show the tournament live and free-to-air after the government secured the broadcast rights, so you can watch without a pay-TV subscription.
＋ What channel is the World Cup on in Kenya?
KBC carries it free-to-air. SuperSport (on DStv and GOtv) shows all 104 matches for subscribers, and Azam TV and New World TV also hold rights in the region.
＋ Can I stream the World Cup in Kenya?
Official broadcasters stream the first 10 minutes of every match free on YouTube, plus highlights and goals. SuperSport subscribers can stream full matches through the DStv and SuperSport apps.
＋ What time do World Cup matches start in Kenya?
Matches are played in North America, so kick-offs convert to Kenyan time (EAT) — most land in the evening or overnight in Kenya. Every fixture on KFF shows its exact kick-off in Kenyan time.
Broadcast details confirmed via KBC, SuperSport and Kenyan media reports, June 2026. Rights and channels can change — check your provider for the latest.