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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