Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has introduced a Ksh 1 million reward as an incentive for excellence in grassroots football development.Announced by FKF president Hussein Mohammed, the reward will be granted to the best-performing FKF branch at the end of each season, with evaluation criteria focusing on the quality of league management and operations. This initiative aims to motivate county branches to enhance their football administration and development efforts.##NAJAVA_MECA_8710010##The announcement was made during a meeting held on Saturday, 15th February 2025, where FKF leaders and representatives from all branches convened to discuss strategies for advancing grassroots football in Kenya. Mohammed, vice president McDonald Mariga, NEC members, key secretariat staff, and branch chairpersons attended the meeting, which centered on strengthening county and regional football structures.The meeting discussed plans to restructure county and regional leagues, creating a more competitive and well-organised framework. Strategic partnerships to support sustainable football development were also explored, alongside the introduction of new competitions aimed at providing young players with better opportunities to grow within the football ecosystem.Former Tusker defender appointed FKF CEOMohammed also unveiled plans for a new county-based league, where each county will organise its structured competitions. The winners of these competitions will receive Ksh 100,000, with the top teams proceeding to an inter-county tournament that will crown the National Counties Champion.Infrastructure improvements were another key priority, with plans to upgrade football facilities across counties to enhance training and matchday environments. The meeting also tackled issues like hooliganism, spectator management, and the implementation of matchday security measures, with each branch required to submit a list of matchday stewards for training.Babu tips Rising Stars to shine in Ivory Coast, opens up on World Cup chances”Grassroots football is the heartbeat of our game,” Mohammed said after the meeting. “By introducing these rewards and competitions, we aim to inspire our branches to maintain high standards in football management and provide young players with a solid platform to grow. We will continue engaging stakeholders to implement these strategies and lay a strong foundation for the future of Kenyan football.”The meeting concluded with a collective agreement to push for a more vibrant and structured grassroots football environment, with FKF and its county branches working closely with stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of these strategies.Odada debuts in OFK Beograd’s defeat
