Also known as: Hussein Rashid Mohammed · FKF President Hussein Mohammed · President Hussein Mohammed · FKF boss · State House Spokesman Hussein Mohammed · Government Spokesman Hussein Mohammed · FKF boss Mohammed
Football Kenya Federation president navigating federation governance crises and league season disputes since September 2026.
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The Standard
… The Government Spokesman Hussein Mohammed has come to the defence of the President even as Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana, who is the Head of Kenya Delegation to the Pan-African Parliament, condemns the recent anti-Burundi sentiments reported in the country.“Accordingly, the …
Mungatana criticises government over crackdown on foreign nationalsThe Standard
… But the ruling has not settled everything.At least 12 Premier League clubs yesterday told FKF president Hussein Mohammed they will not honour Monday’s kick-off until the federation holds a proper meeting with them and addresses outstanding issues. …
FKF races to start league as legal questions lingerThe Standard
… Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed said the inspection mission had commenced its assessment by visiting key facilities across Nairobi.“The CAF Inspection Mission today commenced its assessment of Kenya’s preparations for AFCON 2027, inspecting key facilities acr …
CAF inspection puts Kenya's AFCON 2027 preparations under spotlightCitizen Digital
Hussein assures Baba Dogo Community Ground will not be lost By Angel Shantel August 24, 2026 09:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FKF President Hussein Mohammed speaks during a meeting with leaders of vari …
Hussein assures Baba Dogo Community Ground will not be lostCitizen Digital
… As Federation President Hussein Mohammed said, an expert committee will sit down to evaluate her performance and chart the way forward." Starlets skipper Mwanalima "Jereko" Adam defended her coach, insisting the squad must take accountability for their display on the pitch. …
Harambee Starlets pivot to LA 2028 after WAFCON heartbreakCitizen Digital
… I think Nick Mwendwa during his time and also currently Hussein Mohammed, they have made some big improvements to how the national team is facilitated,” he said. …
‘Better salaries will transform Kenyan football,’ Dennis OliechCitizen Digital
… Speaking to Citizen Digital, FKF President Hussein Mohammed expressed disappointment over the results, attributing the poor run to a lack of tournament experience. …
Harambee Starlets WAFCON flop puts coach Odemba’s future in jeopardyCitizen Digital
… nal stage. “Through our network of scouts and Safaricom’s GPS vest technology, we will be able to assess players more effectively using real-time performance data, helping us identify and develop the country’s most promising young footballers,” said FKF President Hussein Mohammed …
Busia, Bungoma and Vihiga set stage for Chapa Dimba County FinalsCitizen Digital
… The payments fulfil a pledge made by FKF President Hussein Mohammed when his administration assumed office and are expected to ease a long-standing challenge that has affected referees across the country's domestic competitions. …
FKF clears referees outstanding dues ahead of new seasonThe Standard
… The Starlets arrived in Morocco on July 23 after completing a week-long training camp in France and have since been fine-tuning their preparations at the Mohammed VI Football Academy, the team's official training base.Speaking ahead of the opening match, Odemba said her players w …
Harambee Starlets eye a win against hosts Morocco in WAFCON openerKenya'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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
After mediation by Football Kenya Federation, Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United have agreed to a two-legged playoff to determine the final place in Kenya's top-flight football, with Mombasa United hosting the first leg on October 1 and Sharks the return match on October 6. Both clubs' newly registered players are eligible to feature in the fixtures.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto's engagements at the UN General Assembly have produced investment and job opportunities, including a planned East Africa Refinery groundbreaking in Lamu on September 30 to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day, and a $600 million clean cooking investment initiative.
23 September 2026 · Capital News →
FKF President Hussein Mohammed has acknowledged that efforts to resolve the federation's leadership crisis have repeatedly failed, citing resistance from National Executive Committee members who refuse to attend meetings. Kenyan football itself now faces an increasingly difficult problem to solve.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
Police FC Technical Director Bashatir has urged FKF President Mohammed to swiftly resolve a dispute delaying the start of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season, warning that prolonged legal battles could harm players, fans, and sponsors who have invested in the new campaign.
21 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Football Kenya Federation president Hussein Mohammed says conflicting High Court directives from Murang'a and Kiambu — one requiring a playoff between Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United for the final league spot, the other mandating Mombasa United's direct inclusion as the 18th team — forced the federation to postpone the scheduled September 19, 2026 league kickoff to avoid legal exposure.
21 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Football Kenya Federation and Kenyan Premier League clubs have reached an agreement on foreign player registration (up to seven per club, maximum five eligible per match) and medical support (two ambulances at every fixture), clearing the way for the league to kick off on Saturday, September 19.
16 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former FKF president Sam Nyamweya has appealed to FIFA and CAF to establish a caretaker committee to run Kenyan football, citing legal disputes and the untenable leadership of FKF President Hussein Mohammed as paralyzing the local game.
16 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Sports PS Elijah Mwangi has called on the corporate sector to invest in commercial opportunities around AFCON 2027, a tournament co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, describing it as a one-in-a-generation event offering economic benefits beyond the competition itself.
15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Houthis, an Iran-backed armed group belonging to Yemen's Zaidi Shia minority, have seized the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait and now control Yemen's Red Sea coast and significant northern territory including the capital Sanaa. The movement, also known as Ansar Allah and named after late spiritual leader Badreddin al-Houthi, rose in the 1990s in response to alleged sectarian discrimination against Zaidis in Yemen's impoverished north.
14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto's recent public remarks, including a directive that triggered anxiety among Burundian nationals and statements on tax thresholds for traders, have sparked confusion and forced government officials into damage-control mode.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya met with Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed and KPL club chairpersons to address grievances delaying the start of the 2026/27 Kenyan Premier League season. Mvurya urged stakeholders to prioritize dialogue and put the country's footballing interests first.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
After President William Ruto directed a crackdown on foreign nationals operating illegally in Kenya, the government issued a 90-day compliance notice and faced criticism from Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana, who condemned anti-Burundi sentiments and called for swift action against harassment of fellow Africans.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Football Kenya Federation announced the 2026-2027 SportPesa Premier League will start on Monday following a High Court ruling clearing the way, but at least 12 clubs have said they will not participate until the federation holds a proper meeting and addresses outstanding issues. Sports lawyer Ken Ochieng has warned that FKF lacks necessary committees, including an appeals committee, to properly manage disputes during the season.
30 August 2026 · The Standard →
A Confederation of African Football inspection delegation led by Head of Competitions Khaled Nassar completed a second assessment of Kenya's preparations to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, evaluating stadiums, training facilities, and supporting infrastructure in Nairobi.
27 August 2026 · The Standard →
Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed has assured the Baba Dogo community that the Austin Odhiambo Sports Complex will remain available to residents, promising to implement strategies to begin its construction and upgrade despite a long-running land dispute.
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's women's national football team has been eliminated from the 2026 WAFCON after finishing bottom of their group without a point. They will now focus on qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, beginning their campaign against Seychelles in October.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Harambee Stars captain Dennis Oliech has called on football stakeholders and corporate sponsors to prioritize player welfare through improved salaries and grassroots investment, arguing that better remuneration would motivate local talent and raise the quality of competition in the FKF Premier League.
5 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Harambee Starlets finished bottom of their WAFCON group without a point, exiting the tournament after losses to Morocco (4-0), Senegal (1-0), and Algeria (2-0). The FKF Technical Committee will review coach Beldine Odemba's performance.
4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Busia, Bungoma and Vihiga counties will begin the fifth edition of Safaricom Chapa Dimba this weekend with county playoffs on Saturday to determine two boys' and two girls' finalist teams in each county, followed by county finals on Sunday, 2nd August.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Football Kenya Federation has cleared outstanding dues owed to referees from all Kenyan league tiers ahead of the 2026/27 season, fulfilling a pledge by FKF President Hussein Mohammed. The payments cover allowances for rounds 29 to 34 of the 2024/25 season and all pending arrears for the 2025/26 campaign.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's women's football team opens their 2026 WAFCON campaign against hosts Morocco on Sunday night, with head coach Beldine Odemba expressing confidence that the squad is prepared to compete despite facing a top African nation on home soil.
26 July 2026 · The Standard →