The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has once again addressed the ongoing speculations regarding Harambee Stars’ head coach Benni McCarthy’s salary.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsFKF President Hussein Mohammed, however, declined to reveal the exact figure of the South African’s compensation package.##NAJAVA_MECA_8804789##McCarthy, a former Manchester United forward’s coach, was appointed as the head coach of Kenya’s national team earlier this month. His debut involved leading the team in two 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against The Gambia and Gabon.Kenya drew 3-3 with The Gambia and lost 2-1 to Gabon’s Panthers, a result that virtually ended the country’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada.##NAJAVA_MECA_8805298##For weeks, speculation around McCarthy’s salary has been a hot topic among Kenyans. While there were reports that the coach was earning Ksh8 million per month, the federation denied this figure. FKF claimed that McCarthy’s salary was determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), a statement that the commission later refuted.The topic resurfaced on Tuesday during a press conference convened by FKF President Hussein Mohammed. When asked directly about McCarthy’s earnings, Mohammed sidestepped the question, only assuring the public that the technical staff would receive their pay as per their contracts.Gor Mahia issue update on Benson Omala’s availability for Mashemeji Derby“Regarding the national team coach, Benni McCarthy, and the technical team, I just want to assure you that they will be paid. We will pay them,” he said, smiling.When pressed for more details on the exact figures, Mohammed emphasized the privacy of remuneration matters, suggesting that only McCarthy could disclose his salary if he chose to do so.AFC Leopards confirm ticket sales for Mashemeji Derby against Gor Mahia“As you know, with contracts and remuneration, there is a privacy element. However, if the individual is willing to disclose their earnings, that is up to them. Payroll is a private matter, and we cannot infringe on anyone’s privacy. The important thing is, there is no issue regarding their payment,” he explained.McCarthy’s attention now turns to preparing the team for the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN), which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania in August.Musonye warns fans ahead of Mashemeji Derby at Nyayo Stadium
