The Premier League was sponsored by South African television channel SuperSport, meaning that it was broadcast live on TV after several years and offered financial benefits.

[4] Shalimar of Naivasha were to compete in Zone A and had already played some games before pulling out of the league.

The tournament was won by Gor Mahia, who beat Provincial League side Posta Rangers in the final.

Apart from Gor Mahia, all other Premier League teams skipped the tournament due to high costs.

Shortly after the end of the tournament, Francis Kimanzi was sacked as the head coach due to disagreements with the Kenya Football Federation.