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Mystery surrounds Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy’s salary as FKF remains silent fueling speculation and raising transparency concerns.
Barely four days after the unveiling of Benni McCarthy as the new Harambee Stars head coach, one question remains unanswered—how much is he earning?
Despite the excitement surrounding his appointment, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has remained tight-lipped on the exact salary details, fueling speculation and debate.
McCarthy, a former South Africa international and UEFA Champions League winner, was presented to the media in Nairobi on Monday, alongside his technical team, which includes assistant coach Vasili Manousakis, goalkeeper coach Moeneeb Joseph, and performance analyst Pilela Maposa. However, what was missing from the grand unveiling was any mention of their collective pay package.
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Reports initially suggested that the new Harambee Stars boss would pocket up to Ksh8 million per month, a figure that sparked heated debate among football fans and stakeholders. Such a sum, if accurate, would make him the highest-paid coach in the history of Kenyan football. However, FKF CEO Harold Ndege quickly dismissed the figure but refused to reveal the actual amount.
“My job is to protect the federation, and I cannot disclose the salary of the coach, though I have seen the contract. What I can say is that the coach is not being paid Ksh8 million, but I cannot reveal the exact amount without permission,” Ndege said as per Nation.
His response only deepened the mystery. If not Ksh8 million, then how much? And who exactly is footing the bill? These are the pressing questions that FKF is yet to answer definitively.
Historically, the issue of coach salaries has been a thorny one for Harambee Stars. Previous head coaches have found themselves embroiled in disputes over unpaid wages, some even dragging FKF to FIFA for compensation. Engin Firat, McCarthy’s predecessor, reportedly earned between Ksh1.5 million and Ksh2 million per month. By the time he exited, he was allegedly owed 11 months’ worth of salary.
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The case of Adel Amrouche is another stark reminder of how unresolved salary issues can haunt the federation. The Algerian-Belgian coach, who was fired in 2014, won a six-year legal battle that resulted in FKF being ordered to pay him Ksh110 million. Similarly, former coach Bobby Williamson successfully sued for Ksh55 million after what was ruled as wrongful dismissal.
The lack of transparency around McCarthy’s salary raises concerns about whether FKF has learned from its past mistakes. While FKF Head of Media and Communications Jeff Kinyanjui has sought to clarify that the government is responsible for paying the coach, the exact amount remains a mystery.
“There have been false reports claiming Benni McCarthy will be earning Ksh8 million a month. To be clear, this is inaccurate,” Kinyajui stated.
“The coach’s salary is paid by the government and falls under the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) guidelines. Even the entire technical bench does not earn such an amount collectively."
He further called for responsible reporting on the matter, urging the media to focus on supporting the national team rather than fueling speculation.
“Let’s uphold responsible reporting and avoid misleading the public. Spreading misinformation not only misguides fans but also distracts from the real work of supporting our national team. Let’s focus on facts and back the team constructively,” he added.
But Kinyanjui’s clarification does not address the primary concern: how much is McCarthy earning? SRC guidelines typically regulate public sector salaries, but with the Kenyan government known for making exceptions in sports, especially for foreign hires, the lack of an official figure keeps the matter shrouded in secrecy.
What is clear, however, is that Kenya’s football leadership must handle McCarthy’s contract better than those of past coaches.
Failure to do so could lead to yet another costly legal battle down the line, something FKF can ill afford.
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