FKF standoff: Sharks, Mombasa United agree to promotion playoff
The agreement was reached on Thursday, September 24, 2026, following mediation by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), with both clubs set to use their newly registered players.
The agreement was reached on Thursday, September 24, 2026, following mediation by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), with both clubs set to use their newly registered players.
In a statement on Monday, Mohammed said FKF was ready to begin the new season on September 19 after initial directions from the High Court in Murang’a on August 28, but the federation was served with two confli...
One of the key issues addressed during the meeting was the implementation of the foreign players' quota. Under the agreement reached with the clubs, each team will be allowed to register up to seven foreign pla...
In her ruling, Justice Mulwa said the August 25 order could not be interpreted separately from the tribunal’s decision of August 10.
Mariga, a former Harambee Stars captain, said the uncertainty had come at a critical moment for Kenyan football, with Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania preparing to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations
The proposed legislation would also strengthen the role of Sports Kenya by allowing the agency to receive reports of suspected manipulation and investigate cases in collaboration with law enforcement and regula...
CAF President Patrice Motsepe made the announcement on Thursday, highlighting the importance of investing in women’s football, with financial support playing a key role in the sport’s growth and development.
The standoff was resolved following an emergency meeting involving FKF officials and representatives from the Ministry of Sports, attended by State Department for Sports Permanent Secretary Elijah Mwangi.
The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority said the transaction was funded entirely by CAF-controlled accounts and not public funds, placing it outside its jurisdiction under Kenyan procurement law
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) confirmed that Harambee Stars will still take part in the qualification campaign with 48 other nations competing for the remaining slots at the tournament, where 24 teams will ev...
FKF President Hussein Mohammed expressed confidence in the country’s level of preparedness, telling lawmakers that planning is progressing in line with continental requirements.
In a statement, FKF said it had engaged with the anti-graft agency and reiterated its commitment to cooperate fully with the inquiry, emphasizing its adherence to transparency and accountability standards.