Also known as: FKF · FKF Electoral Board
Football Kenya Federation — governing body for Kenyan football, currently facing governance disputes and leadership divisions between president Hussein Mohammed and vice-president McDonald Mariga.
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… Audio By Vocalize Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has challenged Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and the Harambee Stars technical team to develop a clear preparation roadmap, with Kenya targeting more than just a successful hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). …
Beyond hosting: Mvurya wants Harambee Stars chasing AFCON 2027 crownCitizen Digital
… The league is scheduled to kick off this weekend, but the Football Kenya Federation risks contempt of court if it proceeds to implement Kariobangi Sharks’ relegation while stay orders remain in force. …
KPL uncertainty puts Kenyan football in a bad spot, ShikandaThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeSports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has challenged Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and the Harambee Stars technical team to develop an ambitious preparation plan capable of taking Kenya beyond hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to competing for the …
Mvurya: Our eyes should focus beyond AFCON 2027 titleCitizen Digital
… He further tasked the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and the national team’s technical leadership to develop a decisive preparation strategy for Harambee Stars, including strengthening the technical bench and player selection, with the ambition of building a competitive team cap …
CS Mvurya calls for patriotism, unity as AFCON27 preps gather momentumCitizen Digital
… Photo by FKF Audio By Vocalize Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed has assured the Baba Dogo community that the Austin Odhiambo Sports Complex will remain available to residents, promising to put strategies in place to begin its construction and upgrade. …
Hussein assures Baba Dogo Community Ground will not be lostCitizen Digital
… Photo/Sportpicha Audio By Vocalize Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has condemned violence, disorder and hooliganism that marred the aftermath of Sunday’s FKF Super Cup clash between Gor Mahia and Tusker at Nyayo National Stadium. …
FKF to probe Super Cup chaos, vows action against culpritsCitizen Digital
… Audio By Vocalize The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is moving to tighten touchline standards across local leagues, confirming that a full CAF A coaching course will officially kick off in late September 2026 amid plans to enforce mandatory licensing rules for top-flight head co …
FKF raises coaching bar ahead of CAF A Licence coaching courseCitizen Digital
… ackson Kilonzi August 14, 2026 04:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Under-15 selection and assessment session in progress at The Menengai High School, Nakuru Audio By Vocalize The Football Kenya Federation …
Nationwide U15 scouting program hits final phaseCitizen Digital
… Photo/Sportpicha Audio By Vocalize The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has commenced a nationwide Under-15 boys’ and girls’ talent identification and assessment exercise ahead of the CAF African Schools Football Championship 2026 CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers. …
Nationwide FKF U-15 talent search exercise underwayCitizen Digital
… Photo/ Courtesy, Mombasa United Audio By Vocalize Football stakeholders in Mombasa County have welcomed the Sports Disputes Tribunal's decision to uphold the validity of the Football Kenya Federation's 2025 promotion and relegation regulations. …
Mombasa football stakeholders welcome SDT ruling on promotion and relegation rulesKenya's Football Kenya Federation is participating in the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, which brings together teams from 189 FIFA Member Associations. The tournament aims to provide young Kenyan players with international competitive experience and exposure to strengthen the country's football development structures.
26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Football Kenya Federation is participating in the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, which brings together teams from 189 FIFA Member Associations. The tournament aims to provide young Kenyan players with international competitive experience and exposure to strengthen the country's football development structures.
26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Luanda Villa head coach Leonard Saleh says the club has signed 15 players to bolster the squad with a mix of experience and youth, aiming to compete for the National Super League title and seal a Premier League ticket. Saleh notes the extended preseason, due to an indefinitely suspended 2026/27 league kick-off following a court order, will help prepare the team.
25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup campaign got off to a poor start with a 3-0 defeat to China in Morocco on Monday. The Junior Starlets will seek revival against the United States on Thursday in Group E, with coach Mildred Cheche aiming to improve finishing and defensive organisation after exposed shortcomings.
21 October 2026 · The Standard →
Former FKF National Executive Committee member Tom Alila has urged president Hussein Mohammed to listen to grievances raised by NEC members, warning that unresolved disputes could prolong the federation's leadership standoff. Alila said the president needs NEC members' support for effective decision-making and called for greater transparency and accountability at FKF.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Football Kenya Federation Mombasa Branch Chairman Alamin Ahmed Abdalla has urged the Ministry of Sports to complete Mombasa Stadium construction by April 2027, saying the facility is essential for hosting international matches and Kenya Premier League fixtures and developing football at the Coast.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Football Kenya Federation vice-president McDonald Mariga says he pays for his own travel and accommodation when attending national team matches, citing the federation's refusal to cover these costs as he remains sidelined amid deepening divisions with president Hussein Mohammed and the federation's leadership.
15 October 2026 · The Standard →
Newcomers Mombasa United suffered a 1-0 defeat to Kakamega Homeboyz in their SportPesa Premier League debut, with Charles Momanyi scoring in the 86th minute. In a separate match, AFC Leopards were held to a goalless draw by Bandari at Police Sacco Stadium.
15 October 2026 · The Standard →
Defending champions Gor Mahia collected Ksh 1,693,100 from ticket sales after defeating Murang'a SEAL 4-2 in their FKF Premier League season opener under floodlights at Nyayo National Stadium, with 5,340 tickets sold marking the club's first league fixture under lights in over a decade.
14 October 2026 · The Standard →
Former FKF Secretary General Lordvick Aduda has raised concerns about governance in Kenyan football, arguing that the FKF Premier League cannot operate effectively without properly constituted Disciplinary and Appeals Committees to handle disputes among clubs, players, and stakeholders.
13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former FKF General Secretary Lordvick Aduda accused the federation of violating its own 2019 Rules and Regulations by commencing the 2026/27 Premier League without National Executive Committee approval, which he says the NEC has sole authority to grant under Rule 2.3.1.
12 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues Kenya's lack of FIFA World Cup qualification stems not from insufficient talent but from decades of inconsistent planning, poor governance, inadequate youth investment, and absence of long-term football strategy. To qualify within two decades, the author contends Kenya must shift from seasonal football management to treating it as a national development project.
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The SportPesa Premier League resumes the 2026/27 season after a 48-day delay caused by a dispute over revised promotion and relegation rules. Kariobangi Sharks challenged the FKF's 2025 regulations, leading to court and tribunal proceedings; a playoff between Sharks and Mombasa United was abandoned after violence, with the outcome still unresolved.
10 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Football Kenya Federation ruled that Kariobangi Sharks forfeited their second-leg playoff match against Mombasa United, awarding the match to Mombasa United 2-0 and promoting them to the Kenyan Premier League for the 2026/2027 season while relegating Kariobangi Sharks to the National Super League.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FKF President Hussein Mohammed has indicated that Kenya remains open to supporting Gianni Infantino's re-election bid as FIFA President, though the federation will withhold a final decision until the official candidate list is finalised, amid growing resistance from confederations in Europe and North America.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The FKF Premier League promotion/relegation playoff second leg between Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United was abandoned in the second half after Sharks fans invaded the pitch to protest a penalty, with the aggregate score tied 3-3. The FKF Leagues and Competitions Committee is expected to review match officials' reports, security assessments, and CAF officers' input before issuing a verdict.
7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A referee was attacked by players and fans during a playoff match between Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United in Nairobi after awarding a controversial penalty, forcing the match to be abandoned in the 68th minute. The playoff had been organized by the Football Kenya Federation to resolve a dispute over the Sharks' relegation from the Premier League.
7 October 2026 · The Standard →
Members of Parliament have called for the establishment of a normalisation committee in accordance with FIFA rules to help resolve governance disputes disrupting football in the country, including leadership, budget, and regulatory crises within the Football Kenya Federation.
6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Kenyan Premier League promotion/relegation playoff second-leg match between Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United was abandoned in the second half at Ulinzi Sports Complex on Tuesday after fans stormed the pitch protesting a controversial penalty awarded to Mombasa United. Mombasa had scored in the opening minute, but Sharks equalized through Patila Omoto in the 28th minute and took the lead through Douglas Omanga in the 35th minute before the match was halted.
6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) President Witold Bańka concluded a three-day official visit to Kenya, holding consultative meetings with President Ruto, the Sports Cabinet Secretary, sports administrators, and athletes to strengthen the country's anti-doping framework, particularly within athletics.
6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Angry Kariobangi Sharks supporters stormed the pitch at Ulinzi Sports Complex during the second leg of a SportPesa Premier League promotion-relegation playoff after referee John Sulwe awarded a penalty to Mombasa United in the 65th minute. Security officers and KDF personnel were forced to intervene as fans threw objects and attempted to strike the official, eventually escorting him to safety.
6 October 2026 · The Standard →
Reigning champions Kenya Police Bullets beat Shabana Starlets 2-1, while Ulinzi Starlets thrashed Kibera Soccer Women 6-1, both extending their winning runs in the FKF Women's Premier League title race.
4 October 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Harambee Stars suffered a 1-0 defeat to Guinea in Conakry in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, leaving coach Benni McCarthy facing criticism after two matches without a win. The loss leaves Kenya with one point from their opening two Group D matches.
3 October 2026 · The Standard →
Mombasa United defeated Kariobangi Sharks 2-1 in the promotion-relegation playoff first leg at Mbaraki Sports Club, with goals from Denise Mabeya and Waziri Junior, giving the coastal side a one-goal lead ahead of the return leg in Nairobi.
2 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Raila Odinga Talanta Stadium, a 60,000-seater facility in Nairobi, is 94 per cent complete and expected to be ready by December 31 as Kenya co-hosts the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with Uganda and Tanzania. The Ministry of Defence stated the deadline set by the Confederation of African Football will be met, though the stadium will require three months of testing and commissioning before hosting major international matches.
1 October 2026 · The Standard →
Mombasa United head coach Abdulhamid Moallin has urged supporters to bring "a can-do attitude" as the team faces Kariobangi Sharks in the first leg of their promotion-relegation play-off at Mbaraki Stadium on Thursday. Moallin, formerly of Tanzanian club Yanga SC, expressed confidence that his experienced squad can match Sharks despite the latter's top-flight pedigree.
30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi said the government will engage the Salaries and Remuneration Commission to review allowances for national team players, following complaints from Harambee Stars players that their daily allowance of $60 while in camp is insufficient.
28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government intends to engage the Salaries and Remuneration Commission to review allowances for players in national teams to bolster their morale and enhance welfare. The Principal Secretary for Sports said the Ministry is open to constructive engagement with stakeholders, particularly Harambee Stars through the Football Kenya Federation, on possibilities of reviewing allowances upwards.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mombasa United are confident of securing promotion to the FKF Premier League in a two-legged playoff against Kariobangi Sharks, according to the Mombasa FKF County Chairman. The county leader said Mombasa United have the ability to become the first National Super League side to win the promotion playoff.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A dispute over SportPesa Premier League regulations has been resolved, with Kariobangi Sharks (16th in the Premier League) and Mombasa United (3rd in the National Super League) agreeing to a promotion-relegation playoff. The two-legged match will determine final top-flight composition, with the first leg on October 1 in Mombasa and the return match on October 6 in Nairobi.
25 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports has confirmed settlement of all outstanding financial obligations owed to Harambee Stars players and technical bench staff, following head coach Benni McCarthy's public disclosures about long-overdue player allowances and administrative lapses within the national team.
24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →