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The former AFC Leopards midfielderhas criticized FKF's voting system blaming it for Kenya's football struggles. With
Former Harambee Stars and AFC Leopards midfielder Charles Okwemba has voiced a scathing critique of the Football Kenya Federation’s (FKF) electoral system claiming it has hindered Kenya’s football development.
Okwemba argues that the existing framework is deeply flawed, facilitating the entry of leaders who lack both the vision and commitment to elevate the sport in Kenya.
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The football administrator's sentiments arrive as the federation approaches its upcoming elections on December 7.
“Our stagnation in football is largely due to a flawed voting system, where delegates don’t always elect people with the integrity and vision needed to elevate our football standards,” said Okwemba in an interview with Citizen.
He stressed that the influence of delegates in the election of FKF leaders often leads to compromised leadership, as candidates with questionable dedication to the sport can manipulate the system and win through the support of key individuals rather than a broader mandate.
Okwemba is among a growing number of voices in the Kenyan football community calling for comprehensive reform of the FKF voting system.
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He believes that Kenya’s stagnation, especially compared to the recent progress of nations like Senegal, South Africa and Morocco, is directly tied to its leadership structure.
According to Okwemba, the electoral system encourages delegates to prioritize personal gains over long-term growth in Kenyan football, which has led to a cycle of poor leadership and mismanagement.
“The voting system within FKF is a significant problem,” he continued.
“To the delegates, I urge you not to deepen our existing challenges by voting in the wrong leaders."
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Okwemba has urged these delegates to make decisions that align with the broader interests of Kenyan football, reminding them that they are entrusted to vote on behalf of millions of Kenyans who are unable to participate in the process.
“There’s hope if the delegates make choices that serve Kenya’s football interests. We entrust them to vote on behalf of all Kenyans, as the current system doesn’t allow a broader public vote,” he stated.
His concerns highlight the restricted nature of the FKF electoral process, which places significant influence in the hands of a small group rather than providing an avenue for wider public involvement.
Among the candidates vying for the FKF presidency are individuals with varied backgrounds in Kenyan football, including current FKF Vice President Doris Petra, FKF Youth Committee Chair Chris Amimo, Murang’a Seal Vice Chairman Hussein Mohamed, and former Nyanza NEC member Tom Alila.
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This field of candidates presents an opportunity for a fresh start; however, Okwemba’s criticism suggests skepticism about whether the current system can truly produce transformative leadership.
“My primary concern is that delegates can be swayed, resulting in leadership that lacks genuine commitment to the sport,” Okwemba concluded.
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