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FKF boss sets record straight on KWPL funding amid delay
23rd March, 2026 10:16 AM
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed has gone on record stating that the federation is yet to receive any disbursement from the Women’s Development Fund.
Speaking during a local television interview on Monday, March 23, 2026, Mohammed shed light on the ongoing controversy between the federation and Kenya Women’s Premier League (KWPL) clubs.
According to the FKF supremo, whose administration assumed office 14 months ago, there has been significant misinformation regarding these funds, which has become a bone of contention, leading to fixture boycotts by a section of KWPL teams in recent weeks.
Not received any monies
“It is important to be honest and genuine; the truth is that, to date, we have not received any monies for the women’s development kitty since we took office,” Mohammed stated. “Right now, we are finalising a strategic plan to submit to FIFA to unlock the funds once we have met all the necessary requirements.”
He further challenged critics to provide evidence of the alleged disbursements: “I challenge anybody who can state the contrary to show me where that money is,” he explained.
Mohammed acknowledged that the delay is part of systemic and administrative challenges, as he signalled a renewed push by the federation to elevate women’s football, with a clear focus on long-term solutions.
“This is part of the problem we have faced since taking over. These are administrative issues that we hope to resolve. We had problems from the very beginning, and as a federation, we take some level of responsibility for not yet unlocking these resources. We should have done it months earlier, but we are currently on a corrective path,” he assured.
Shared responsibility
Regarding the challenge of securing sponsorship, Hussein emphasised that the burden must be a shared responsibility. He urged clubs to be proactive in marketing themselves rather than relying solely on the federation.
“Clubs have to take some level of responsibility as well. Clubs and stakeholders need to understand that sponsors must see value before they invest. We need to work together as partners to create that value, building the resources and revenues that can then be shared among the clubs,” he added.
As part of ensuring accountability and transparency, he also stressed the need for having the right personnel in the federation and a strong institution in place.
