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Hussein Mohamed

Also known as: State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed · Hussein Mohamed Bagaja

President of the Football Kenya Federation engaged in leadership disputes with his deputy over federation governance.

2026-05-042026-10-01

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … The two-legged play-off was agreed upon following mediation initiated by Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohamed, successfully ending months of legal disputes over promotion and relegation. …

    Mombasa United coach Moallin urges fans to ‘bring their boots’ against Kariobangi Sharks
  3. Citizen Digital

    … hoto/Sportpicha Audio By Vocalize Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United have agreed to settle their promotion-relegation matter through a two-legged playoff following a mediation process initiated by Football Kenya Federation (FKF) under the leadership of President Hussein Mohamed …

    Kariobangi Sharks, Mombasa United agree to relegation-promotion playoff
  4. Capital News

    … According to State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, the President will use the UNGA trip to push Kenya’s investment agenda and position the country as a destination for global capital. …

    Ruto heads to UNGA with Sh2.2 trillion investment agenda
  5. Citizen Digital

    … According to a statement issued by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed on Saturday, September 19, Ruto will use the high-level gathering to advance Kenya’s investment interests, attract African and international capital, and promote the continent’s role in shaping the global …

    Ruto leaves for U.S to champion Africa-financing-Africa, AI investment agenda at UNGA
  6. The Standard

    … In a press statement issued on Tuesday, State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed said those affected would be given an opportunity to regularise their immigration status and business operations through a process coordinated by relevant agencies in consultation with foreign embass …

    Pressure mounts on authorities to protect foreigners from goons after Ruto exit orders
  7. Citizen Digital

    … In Tuesday's statement from the presidency, spokesperson Hussein Mohamed said all undocumented aliens should use the 90-day amnesty to regularise their stay and warned enforcement operations would begin after the three ⁠months had ​elapsed. …

    Burundians seek papers to leave Kenya despite amnesty
  8. Citizen Digital

    … In a statement issued Tuesday, State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed said the directive followed an engagement last week during which the president received representations from traders concerned about the impact of foreign participation in small businesses on Kenyans whose li …

    State House gives foreign traders 90 days to regularise business status
  9. The Standard

    … State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed announced the extension in a statement on Tuesday, a day after the Government's original deadline lapsed and amid panic among foreign traders, particularly Burundians who queued at their embassy in Nairobi for travel documents.President Wi …

    You have 90 days: State walks back snap order on foreign traders
  10. July 2026
  11. The Standard

    … The family claimed the herders shot one Hussein Mohamed, inflicting serious injuries on his thighs while beating up others before leaving the scene, arguing that the reservist had been terrorising the herders. …

    Masalani family call for arrest of Reservist after alleged shooting of a herder
  12. Citizen Digital

    … FKF President Hussein Mohamed urged Kenyans to rally behind the team, pledging the federation's continued support throughout the campaign. …

    Harambee Starlets eye strong WAFCON campaign after 'strong' backing

Yesterday

  1. Mombasa United coach backs team's KPL promotion bid

    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 →

Thursday 24 September

  1. Kariobangi Sharks, Mombasa United to play promotion-relegation playoff

    Following FKF-mediated talks, Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United have agreed to a two-legged playoff to settle their promotion-relegation dispute, with Mombasa United hosting the first match on October 1 and Sharks playing the return fixture in Nairobi on October 6. Both clubs' newly registered players will be eligible to feature.

    24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 20 September

  1. Ruto seeks investment partnerships at UN General Assembly

    President William Ruto is attending the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York to promote Kenya's investment agenda across energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, health, agriculture and technology. The government is pushing the proposed Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Refinery in Lamu, expected to create more than 60,000 jobs, with a planned groundbreaking set for September 30, 2026.

    20 September 2026 · Capital News →

Saturday 19 September

  1. Ruto travels to UNGA to advance Africa investment and AI agenda

    President William Ruto has departed for New York to attend the 81st United Nations General Assembly, where he will champion increased investment in Africa, artificial intelligence, and reforms to the global financial system. He is expected to advocate for an "Africa-financing-Africa" approach leveraging the continent's over $4 trillion in domestic savings and assets to finance development.

    19 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Authorities warn against harassing foreigners after exit orders

    Following President Ruto's directive that undocumented foreigners leave Kenya, authorities are mounting efforts to protect foreign nationals from harassment and violence. Assistant County Commissioners have warned residents against intimidating foreigners and clarified that the directive does not constitute a blanket ban, as at least two assault cases have been reported in Nairobi.

    10 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Burundians seek exit documents from Kenya after trader crackdown

    Hundreds of Burundians queued at their embassy in Nairobi to obtain travel documents to return home, saying they feared violence following President William Ruto's order to close small-scale businesses run by foreign traders. Kenya announced a 90-day amnesty for undocumented East Africans, but many said they doubted it would protect them.

    9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. President Ruto directs expansion of Local Content Bill for traders

    President William Ruto has directed that the Local Content Bill, 2025 be expanded to create a framework governing participation in small-scale trade and enterprise, following complaints from Kenyan traders about the growing presence of foreign nationals in the informal sector. The directive affirms the government's responsibility to protect economic opportunities for Kenyan citizens in the micro and small enterprise sector.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kenya extends foreign traders' shutdown order to 90-day regularisation window

    Kenya has extended a five-day shutdown order against foreign small-scale traders to a 90-day window to regularise their immigration status, work permits, business registration and licensing. President Ruto's original order from September 2 required foreign hawkers and small-scale retailers to cease operations from September 7, but the Government has now revised the approach to allow affected foreign nationals time to comply with legal requirements.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 24 July

  1. Masalani family demands arrest of reservist after herder shooting

    A family in Masalani, Garissa County has called for the immediate arrest of a Hola-based National Police Reservist after the reservist allegedly opened fire on herders, seriously injuring Hussein Mohamed. The herders alleged that armed reservists numbering over ten attacked them near the River Tana, shooting indiscriminately and beating others before leaving the scene.

    24 July 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 16 July

  1. Harambee Starlets prepare for WAFCON in Morocco

    Kenya's women's national football team departed for a training camp in France on July 15 as final preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where they return to the continental tournament for the first time in a decade. Captain Mwanahalima Adam said the team would repay the support from Kenyans, with the squad beginning Group A play against hosts Morocco on July 26.

    16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 12 July

  1. President Ruto congratulates Junior Starlets on World Cup qualification

    President William Ruto has congratulated Kenya's Junior Starlets following their historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup after defeating South Africa 3-1 in the second leg of the final qualifying round. Ruto pledged his full support as the team prepares for the global tournament in Morocco.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 2 July

  1. FKF president welcomes FIFA, CAF engagement on reforms

    FKF President Hussein Mohamed described a joint meeting with FIFA and CAF delegations in Nairobi as "a good day for football," saying the discussions marked an important step towards strengthening the game ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and addressing key issues affecting the federation.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. President Ruto advocates for new global financial order at G7

    President William Ruto represented Kenya at the G7 Summit in Évian, France (15–17 June 2026), positioning Kenya as an agenda-shaping partner. He argued for a shift away from aid dependency toward mutually beneficial partnerships and investment-driven development, and stated that Africa can no longer be viewed through a deficit lens in global decision-making.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 15 June

  1. Ruto attends G7 summit to advocate for African economic interests

    President William Ruto has departed for France to attend the Group of Seven Leaders' Summit, where Kenya—invited alongside Brazil, India and South Korea—will press for reform of the global financial system, lower borrowing costs for African economies, expanded trade and investment access, and continental positions on artificial intelligence governance. On the summit's sidelines, Ruto is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with heads of state and engage technology company executives from OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, Meta and Anthropic to seek partnerships for job creation and digital infrastructure investment in Kenya.

    15 June 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 7 June

  1. President Ruto travels to Belgium, Norway and Finland for investment talks

    President William Ruto departed Kenya for official visits to Belgium and Norway, and a state visit to Finland, aiming to attract investment, expand market access for Kenyan products, and strengthen economic partnerships. He will engage business leaders and government officials on opportunities in value addition, manufacturing, agriculture and logistics.

    7 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Ruto departs for Europe as foreign travel record scrutinized

    President William Ruto departed for official visits to Belgium, Norway, and Finland, aiming to attract investment and expand export markets in agriculture, clean energy, and technology. The trip draws renewed attention to his foreign travel record—62 visits to 38 countries in his first 20 months in office—a factor cited in last year's youth protests.

    7 June 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 5 June

  1. SportPesa sues 20 companies over Kenya Premier League data rights

    Milestone Games Limited, owner of SportPesa, has filed a lawsuit against 20 companies alleging breach of its exclusive Sh1.9 billion contract with the Football Kenya Federation over use of Kenya Premier League data on streaming and betting platforms.

    5 June 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 16 May

  1. Ruto attends World Urban Forum to showcase affordable housing

    President William Ruto has travelled to Baku, Azerbaijan, for the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), where Kenya will showcase its Affordable Housing Programme and sustainable urban development achievements. The government-convened forum aims to address the global housing crisis and Kenya will seek to mobilise partnerships and investments for scaling up housing and urban renewal projects.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Ruto attends World Urban Forum in Azerbaijan

    President William Ruto is attending the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan, where Kenya will present its Affordable Housing Programme as a model for sustainable urban development. On the sidelines, Ruto is expected to hold bilateral talks with heads of state and investors on cooperation in energy, ICT, infrastructure, and other areas.

    16 May 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Gor Mahia legend expresses dismay over FKF leadership disputes

    Former international defender John Bobby Ogolla has voiced disappointment over ongoing conflicts within the football federation, specifically leadership tensions between President Hussein Mohamed and his deputy MacDonald Mariga alongside allegations of embezzlement of Ksh43 million in CHAN insurance funds.

    12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 4 May

  1. Kenya's football faces systemic failure ahead of AFCON 2027

    An analysis in The Standard argues that Kenyan football's failures over two decades stem from institutional dysfunction rather than lack of talent—with the federation unable to build a coherent playing system despite FIFA suspensions in 2004 and normalisation in 2022, with AFCON 2027 now 18 months away.

    4 May 2026 · The Standard →

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