The AFC Leopards Corporate Taskforce has launched a capacity-building initiative that will see its members travel to Tanzania for a benchmarking visit with football giants Simba and Yanga Sports Clubs.Taskforce Chairman Vincent Shimoli stated, “This initiative will explore various corporate models and their potential impact on the professionalization of football in Kenya.”##NAJAVA_MECA_8342664##At the end of the month, the committee will embark on the tour, visiting Yanga and Simba—Tanzania’s most successful community clubs that have successfully transitioned into corporate entities.“This tour aims to provide invaluable insights into the transformation milestones achieved by these clubs,” Shimoli added.Mildred Cheche reveals Kenya U17’s advantage ahead of debut FIFA World CupBeginning in October and running through December 2024, they will also lead a three-month civic education campaign to engage Ingwe members and stakeholders.The campaign aims to explain the benefits of transitioning the club from its current society structure to a more investor-friendly corporate model.Taskforce Secretary Richard Ekhalie emphasized the importance of involving all stakeholders, ensuring that discussions remain focused and constructive.“Utilizing the club’s extensive branch network, we aim to reach over 5,000 registered members and more than 6 million fans across the country,” he said.In January 2025, the taskforce will hold a retreat to develop a comprehensive blueprint for the club’s preferred governance structure.This proposal will be presented for ratification at the club’s Annual General Meeting (AGM).Taskforce Treasurer and Club Patron Alex Muteshi encouraged members to engage in the process, as the club aims to improve Kenyan football.“I urge everyone to embrace this initiative. By February, we will have the right information for everyone,” Muteshi added.Swedish-based Stanley Wilson headlines Kenya’s provisional squad for AFCON U-20 CECAFA QualifiersMeanwhile, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, a staunch AFC Leopards supporter, has boosted the taskforce’s efforts by donating Ksh 2 million to support its operations.“We are grateful to Prime CS Mudavadi for his contribution, which will enable us to engage with members across the country,” said Assistant Secretary Laureen Aseka.Shimoli echoed these sentiments and called on other well-wishers to contribute towards the Taskforce’s Ksh 5 million budget. “We need further support to fulfill our mandate without setbacks,” he said.The initiative represents AFC Leopards’ commitment to enhancing its organizational capacity and creating a sustainable future for Kenyan football.
