Kenya prepared to host AFCON 2027 FKF assures

Kenya has reaffirmed its preparedness to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), even as internal wrangles within the football leadership cast a shadow over the country’s ambitious plans...

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The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has assured lawmakers that Kenya is fully prepared to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Tanzania and Uganda.

FKF President Hussein Mohammed stated that preparations are "firmly on course and aligned with CAF's requirements."
Kenya has met CAF's stringent medical and security preparedness standards, including a developed contingency management framework.
Despite the assurances, the Departmental Committee on Sports and Culture raised concerns about internal disputes within FKF, including allegations of mismanagement of funds and irregular procurement processes.

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