CAF Honours President Ruto with Prestigious Achievement Award

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has honoured President William Ruto with the CAF President’s Outstanding Achievement Award.

Ruto was feted with the award on Wednesday, November 19, during the 2025 CAF Awards event held in Rabat, Morocco.

The award was received by Kenyan Ambassador to Morocco Jessica Gakinya on behalf of President Ruto.

In a statement, Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed said Ruto was honoured for his support towards football development in Kenya.

“Our Head of State, H.E. Dr. William Ruto, received a special award for his support towards football development in Kenya at the #CAFAwards2025. Kenyan Ambassador to Morocco, Jessica Gakinya, received the award on behalf of the President,” said Mohammed.

The FKF President went on to express confidence that Kenyan football players will be feted with CAF awards in the near future due to the structure the government is putting in place for sports.

“With the elaborate support structure the government is putting in place for sports and particularly football, I have no doubt our players shall soon be recipients of these coveted accolades as well,” he added.

CAF also recognized President Samia Suluhu of Tanzania and Yoweri Museveni of Uganda during the CAF awards.

CAF President Patrice Motsepe and FIFA President Gianni Infantino graced the prestigious event.

The award follows the successful African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament, which was jointly hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.

The tournament drew thousands of fans to Kasarani Stadium, who came to support the Harambee Stars team.

Kenya will co-host the 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania.

The government is currently constructing the 60,000-seater Talanta Sports Complex along Ngong Road, which will be used during the tournament.

Kenya is also planning to upgrade Nyayo and Kasarani stadiums ahead of the 2027 AFCON.