The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has fined Kenya $50,000 (Ksh6.4 million) over security breaches during the Harambee Stars vs Morocco match at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
In a statement on Wednesday, August 13, CAF said its disciplinary board found Kenya guilty of multiple safety and security breaches during the match.
“The CAF Disciplinary Board charged the Football Kenya Federation (“FKF”) with multiple safety and security breaches during Kenya TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (“CHAN”) match against Morocco at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.
“The disciplinary board found Kenya guilty and imposed a fine of USD 50,000 (Ksh6.4million),” read the statement in part.
CAF also noted that the Ksh6.4 million fine should be paid within 60 days.
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The continental football governing body warned Kenya that continued failure to meet CAF safety and security requirements would lead to the relocation of Harambee Stars matches to an alternative venue.
CAF advised Kenya to increase security measures by deploying sufficient personnel within the perimeter of the stadium, as well as adhering to the road closures on match days.
This comes days after CAF fined Kenya Ksh2.5million (USD 20,000) over security breaches during the Harambee Stars match against DR Congo at Kasarani.
On Monday, August 11, CAF announced stringent new regulations limiting attendance to just 27,000 spectators for the upcoming Zambia vs. Kenya fixture, which is set for Sunday, August 17.
The confederation also announced it will only permit entry to holders of electronic tickets, effectively banning the use of thermal or physical tickets for the fixture.
