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Ambrose Rachier

Also known as: Gor Chairman Ambrose Rachier · Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier

Ambrose Rachier — Gor Mahia FC chairman facing term limit dispute while leading transition committee for Kenya Premier League governance reforms.

2026-04-252026-10-19

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Standard

    … This comes barely two weeks after the club chairman Ambrose Rachier pledged a Sh5 million title bonus to the team. …

    Gor urged to replicate 1987 feat in Champs League
  3. Citizen Digital

    … By Milton Ochieng June 02, 2026 09:42 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gor Mahia FC players, joined by former Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo, former FKF president Nick Mwendwa and Gor Chairman Ambrose Rachier …

    Gor patron Owalo hints at squad changes ahead of CAF-CL return
  4. Citizen Digital

    … The luncheon, organized through the Eliud Owalo foundation, brought together the current squad players, led by Ghananian head coach Charles Akonnor, Gor Mahia’s long serving chairman Ambrose Rachier and various club legends as they celebrated the team’s major milestone achievemen …

    Elated Owalo backs Gor Mahia to shine on CAF-CL return
  5. Citizen Digital

    … Ida By Tony Owori June 01, 2026 06:03 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier speaks during their trophy presentation to Raila Odinga's family in Karen, Nairobi on June 1. …

    Gor Mahia mark KPL title with Raila tribute, present trophies to Amb. Ida
  6. May 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    … Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier appreciated the congratulatory message from FIFA President, stating that this is the first of its kind and the message erase any allegation that might be attached to Gor’s triumph. …

    FIFA President Infantino hails Gor Mahia’s historic 22nd title
  8. Citizen Digital

    … Ltd By Brian Ouma May 28, 2026 06:21 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Gor Mahia FC players, joined by former Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo, former FKF president Nick Mwendwa and Gor Chairman Ambrose Rachier …

    FKF Premier League clubs resolve to form Transition Committee, eye return of KPL Ltd
  9. Citizen Digital

    … The league winners are set to receive Ksh 15 million in prize money, while Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier has reportedly promised players an additional Ksh 5 million bonus should they seal the title with victory over Mara Sugar. …

    Gor Mahia's title decider against Mara Sugar suspended by SDT
  10. April 2026
  11. The Standard

    … n a six-point gap and perhaps head into the final stretch at ease, but if Ingwe completes a double over K’Ogalo, it will set up a gruelling finish to the league with every battle ahead acting as a final for both teams, who will be tied on points.Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier …

    AFC Leopards, Gor Mahia clash in high-stakes Mashemeji Derby
Sport

Seven-member committee formed to plan new KPL season

The News

The Football Kenya Federation and FKF Premier League clubs have established a transition committee to develop a roadmap for future management of the top-flight league ahead of the new season. This follows clubs' threats to boycott the 2026/27 season over concerns about operating under federation control alone.

23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 23 July

  1. Seven-member committee formed to plan new KPL season

    The Football Kenya Federation and FKF Premier League clubs have established a transition committee to develop a roadmap for future management of the top-flight league ahead of the new season. This follows clubs' threats to boycott the 2026/27 season over concerns about operating under federation control alone.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. FKF Premier League establishes transition committee led by Rachier

    Football Kenya Federation and Premier League clubs have established a seven-member transition committee chaired by Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier to develop a roadmap for independent management of Kenya's top-flight league and recommend a new legal and governance framework ahead of the 2026/27 season beginning August 22. The move follows clubs' concerns and threats to boycott over the league's current operation under sole FKF control.

    23 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 18 July

  1. Gor Mahia receives fan-driven funding initiative for Champions League

    Gor Mahia, Kenya's record Football Kenya Federation Premier League champions, have received a boost ahead of their return to the CAF Champions League with sponsors Kansai Plascon Kenya launching a fan-driven initiative called Wallcover K'Ogalo Edition, which will direct a percentage of proceeds toward the club's 2026/27 continental campaign.

    18 July 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 17 July

  1. Gor Mahia launches fan-funded initiative for Champions League campaign

    Kenyan Premier League champions Gor Mahia have unveiled "Wallcover K'Ogalo Edition," a fan-driven initiative sponsored by Kansai Plascon Kenya that allows supporters to financially support the club's CAF Champions League campaign through product purchases, with a percentage of proceeds going toward the continental competition.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Gor Mahia launches fan-powered wallcover initiative for Champions League

    Gor Mahia have unveiled "Wallcover K'Ogalo Edition," a fan-driven initiative in partnership with sponsor Kansai Plascon Kenya, where a percentage of proceeds from sales will support the club's CAF Champions League campaign beginning in September.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 29 June

  1. Gor Mahia chairman Rachier seeks unity amid term limit dispute

    Gor Mahia FC chairman Ambrose Rachier has called for club unity while awaiting a High Court ruling on whether he must step down after serving two terms. The Sports Registrar directed fresh elections, but Rachier obtained interim court orders to halt the directive; the case is set for mention on July 15.

    29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 12 June

  1. Gor Mahia chairman Rachier challenges Sports Registrar election directive

    Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier's legal team has demanded the withdrawal of Sports Registrar Rose Wasike's directive ordering fresh elections, arguing that her calculation of his eight-year tenure's expiration is legally flawed and that the directive was unconstitutional and procedurally unfair.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Sports Registrar orders Gor Mahia to hold fresh elections immediately

    The Sports Registrar has issued a directive ordering Gor Mahia FC to immediately announce fresh elections after declaring that Chairman Ambrose Rachier's eight-year term has expired. The club has been given a maximum of two weeks to submit an election notice to avoid legal consequences for contravening sports governance laws.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 5 June

  1. Gor Mahia secures 30 million shilling sponsorship with Kansai Plascon

    Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia have signed a renewed three-year sponsorship deal worth Ksh 30 million with Kansai Plascon Kenya Limited, up from their previous Ksh 5 million arrangement. The agreement includes annual payments of Ksh 7 million with 10 percent increases in years two and three, plus minimum Ksh 1.5 million support for CAF Champions League participation.

    5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 4 June

  1. CS Mbadi backs State House honour for Gor Mahia champions

    Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has pledged to facilitate Gor Mahia's planned visit to State House following the club's record-extending 22nd Kenya Premier League title in the 2025/2026 season. Mbadi stated the newly crowned champions merit national recognition from government's highest level.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Gor Mahia urged to match 1987 CAF Cup triumph

    After winning a record 22nd SPL title, Gor Mahia qualified for the CAF Champions League next season. Club patron Eliud Owalo challenged the players to replicate the 1987 CAF Cup Winners Cup victory.

    3 June 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Gor Mahia patron signals squad reinforcements for CAF Champions League

    Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo has hinted at significant squad changes ahead of their CAF Champions League return, saying the technical bench is working on player recommendations to strengthen areas needed for continental competition.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Gor Mahia patron Owalo pledges support for CAF Champions League campaign

    Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo hosted the Premier League champions at a luncheon to celebrate their season and qualification for next season's CAF Champions League, presenting the squad with one million Kenya shillings and pledging further support.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 1 June

  1. Gor Mahia present KPL title trophies to Raila Odinga's family

    Gor Mahia, crowned 2025/2026 Kenyan Premier League champions, presented two trophies to Mama Ida Odinga at the family home in Karen to fulfill a wish from the late Raila Odinga, the club's former patron.

    1 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 29 May

  1. FIFA President congratulates Gor Mahia on 22nd league title

    FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Gor Mahia FC on winning the 2025/26 Kenyan Premier League season, their record 22nd domestic league title, which Infantino said reflects their consistent efforts and results throughout the campaign.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 28 May

  1. FKF Premier League clubs establish transition committee for 2026/27

    FKF Kenya Premier League clubs have resolved to establish a Transition League Management Committee to oversee the top flight league starting the 2026/27 season. The move follows discussions among league chairpersons and aims to pursue structural, administrative, and governance reforms while exploring a return to independent league management.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 22 May

  1. SDT suspends Gor Mahia's title decider against Mara Sugar

    The Sports Disputes Tribunal has temporarily suspended the Kenya Premier League match between Gor Mahia and Mara Sugar over a dispute about the match venue, with a hearing scheduled for May 26.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 25 April

  1. 99th Mashemeji Derby set to decide 2025–2026 league title race

    AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia clash at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday in the 99th Mashemeji Derby, which will likely determine the course of the 2025–2026 SportPesa Premier League title. Gor Mahia currently leads the table by three points; a Leopards win would level the teams on points and force a tense final five matches, while a Gor victory would extend their advantage to six points.

    25 April 2026 · The Standard →

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