Nairobi, Kenya – The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has been slapped with a hefty fine of $50,000 (approximately Ksh 6.5 million) by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following multiple safety and security violations during Kenya’s TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) match against Morocco at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
In a stern ruling, the CAF Disciplinary Board found Kenya guilty of failing to meet required safety standards, including inadequate security personnel deployment and lapses in enforcing road closures on match days. The board warned that continued non-compliance could force Kenya’s national team to play future home matches in neighboring countries like Uganda or Tanzania.
“Kenya was advised to increase security measures by deploying sufficient personnel within the stadium perimeter and adhering to road closures,” read part of the CAF statement. The fine underscores growing concerns over the country’s ability to host high-profile international matches, with CAF emphasizing that repeat offenses would trigger stricter sanctions.
The penalty has sparked debate among football stakeholders, with critics questioning FKF’s preparedness and investment in stadium safety. Meanwhile, fans have expressed frustration over the potential relocation of home games, which would deny Kenya the advantage of playing on home soil.
FKF is yet to issue an official response, but the federation is expected to address the findings and outline corrective measures to avoid further penalties. The incident highlights the urgent need for stadium upgrades and stricter compliance with CAF regulations as Kenya seeks to retain its hosting privileges.
